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AI Business Development Intern

Sell Africa's most advanced AI to those who need it most

Nairobi, Kenya (Hybrid)InternshipIntern

Monthly Stipend

KES 15,000 – 25,000/mo + performance bonus

About This Role

Drive growth and strategic partnerships for Pawanax. You'll identify and close partnerships with hospitals, clinics, health ministries, and NGOs — and help unlock grant funding from organizations like Gates Foundation, Wellcome Trust, and USAID that are investing billions in African digital health.

What You'll Do

  • Identify and qualify potential hospital, clinic, and NGO partners across Africa
  • Support grant applications to Gates Foundation, Wellcome Trust, USAID, and NIH Fogarty
  • Build and maintain relationships with health ministry stakeholders
  • Create compelling sales collateral, pitch decks, and proposals
  • Attend health conferences and represent Pawanax (HIMSS Africa, Health Innovation Summit)
  • Track and report on partnership pipeline and conversion metrics

Requirements

  • Excellent communication and presentation skills
  • Strong interest in AI, digital health, or social impact
  • Self-starter with ability to work autonomously
  • Research skills to identify and qualify leads
  • Proficiency in Google Workspace and CRM tools

Nice to Have

  • Prior experience in B2B sales, partnerships, or healthcare consulting
  • Existing network in African healthcare or tech ecosystems
  • Experience writing grant proposals or funding applications
  • Understanding of African health financing landscape

What You Get

  • Performance-based bonuses
  • Attend major health conferences
  • Build your professional network in African health-tech
  • Equity consideration for high performers

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