HR & Business Development Assistant at CVPeople Tanzania
Job snapshot
HR & Business Development Assistant vacancy at CVPeople Tanzania. The position supports the advertised employer's core operations. The post is based in Tanzania, closing on Sep 16, 2026.
| Role | HR & Business Development Assistant |
|---|---|
| Employer | CVPeople Tanzania |
| Location | Tanzania |
| Deadline | Sep 16, 2026 |
CVPeople Tanzania is the advertised employer for this vacancy.
Role overview
The role is suitable for someone with practical HR knowledge who is also confident in sales, client engagement and business development.
The successful candidate will support recruitment and HR consulting assignments while actively generating leads, following up with prospects, supporting proposal development, and helping convert opportunities into paying clients.
The role will be approximately 50% HR and recruitment support and 50% business development, sales and client relations.
1. Business Development and Sales.
Identify potential clients for recruitment, training, HR advisory, payroll, outsourcing and related HR services.
carrying out direct outreach through calls, emails, LinkedIn, referrals and networking.
Generate and qualify new business leads and schedule meetings with decision-makers.
supporting preparation of proposals, quotations, presentations and service agreements.
Follow up with prospects consistently and support negotiations through contract closure.
maintaining an accurate sales pipeline and update the CRM regularly.
Identify cross-selling opportunities among existing clients.
Work towards agreed monthly and quarterly sales targets.
2. Recruitment Support.
Receive and review client recruitment requirements.
preparing vacancy advertisements and job descriptions.
Source, screen and shortlist candidates using databases, LinkedIn, job boards and referrals.
carrying out preliminary candidate interviews and prepare assessment summaries.
coordinating client interviews, references and candidate communication.
Update candidate and recruitment records in the recruitment system.
supporting successful placement and onboarding of candidates.
3. HR Consulting Support.
assisting with HR advisory and consulting assignments.
supporting development and review of HR policies, procedures and employee handbooks.
assisting with job descriptions, organizational structures, performance management and employee-engagement projects.
taking part in HR audits, salary benchmarking and organizational assessments.
carrying out research and prepare HR reports, presentations and recommendations.
Gradually manage smaller HR advisory assignments independently.
4. Training and Development.
supporting training needs assessments and preparation of training proposals and materials.
coordinating trainers, venues, participants and logistics.
supporting participant registration and training administration.
Collect and analyze training evaluations.
Identify follow-on training and consulting opportunities.
Facilitate selected training sessions where appropriate.
5. Client Relationship Management.
building strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.
maintaining regular communication with assigned corporate accounts.
Follow up after assignments to assess satisfaction and identify additional needs.
supporting client retention, repeat business, referrals and cross-selling.
Respond promptly and professionally to client enquiries and concerns.
6. Proposals, Tenders and Reporting.
supporting preparation of expressions of interest, proposals and tenders.
carrying out research required for business proposals.
preparing client presentations and capability statements.
maintaining records of submitted proposals and follow-up dates.
Produce weekly sales and business-development reports.
Track leads, meetings, proposals, conversion rates, and revenue.
7. Market Development and Brand Visibility.
Research potential clients and emerging HR market opportunities.
monitoring competitors and industry developments.
Identify relevant corporate events, conferences and networking opportunities.
supporting the company's LinkedIn and professional visibility activities.
Represent the company professionally at selected networking events.
Identify potential strategic partnerships and referral opportunities.
Knowledge and Experience.
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, Marketing or a related field.
Minimum 3 years of relevant professional experience.
Experience in HR, recruitment, business development, sales or client relationship management.
Good understanding of recruitment and basic HR processes.
Experience preparing proposals, reports and presentations.
Good computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office.
Familiarity with CRM or recruitment systems will be an advantage.
Strong sales and business-development ability.
Confidence approaching new clients.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong follow-up and persistence.
Basic HR and recruitment knowledge.
Proposal-writing and negotiation capability.
Client relationship management.
Ability to work with targets and deadlines.
Strong organisation and attention to detail.
Professionalism and confidentiality.
Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn.
Key responsibilities
- CVPeople Tanzania | Full time.
- Dar es Salaam, Tanzania | Posted on 09/10/2026.
Key skills
- Safety & Compliance Auditing
- Payroll Management
- Human Resources Management
- Talent Acquisition
- Performance Management
- Logistics & Fleet Operations
- Sales & Business Development
How to apply
Apply through the CVPeople Tanzania careers portal for this HR & Business Development Assistant.
Apply on the CVPeople Tanzania site
Common questions
- What role is open?
- CVPeople Tanzania is recruiting a HR & Business Development Assistant.
- Where is the job based?
- The post is based in Tanzania.
- When does it close?
- The closing date is Sep 16, 2026.
- How do I apply?
- Submit your application directly on the employer's official portal: Apply on the CVPeople Tanzania site
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Refer to the letter heading above, I am writing to apply for the HR & Business Development Assistant position. After reviewing the advertised requirements, I believe my skills, experience, and commitment to professional results make me a strong candidate for this opportunity.
My background has prepared me to contribute effectively in work relevant to HR & Business Development Assistant. I can bring relevant experience, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work responsibly with teams, clients, and organizational priorities. In tailoring this application, I would highlight evidence related to The HR & Business Development Assistant will support the delivery of HR services. The role is suitable for someone with practical HR knowledge who is.
I am especially interested in this role because it gives me an opportunity to apply my strengths, support the organization objectives, and continue growing professionally while delivering reliable results.
I have attached my CV and supporting documents for your review. I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss how my qualifications match this position before the application deadline of Sep 16, 2026.
Thank you for considering my application.
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