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Hulder Khalayi Khamala

Business Development Professional

Nairobi, Kenya

ABOUT

Business Development professional with experience in outbound lead identification, market research, proposal coordination, and pipeline support within corporate and insurance environments. Proven ability to research prospective customers, engage stakeholders, and support revenue-generating initiatives. Strong communicator with a passion for business, technology, and continuous learning, seeking to grow into a high-impact Business Development Representative role in a global technology organization.

SKILLS

Proposal and Bid managementProposal and RFP coordinationMarket industry and researchReporting and performance tracking of proposals and bids
Project coordinationTime managementCross-function collaboration
Microsoft ExcelWordCC++R
Analytical thinking and problem-solving skillsGrowth mindset and zeal for continuous learningExcellent written and spoken EnglishProfessional presentation skillsStrong cultural awareness and adaptability

EXPERIENCE

Business Analyst (Business Development)

2024-04 - Present

Kenbright Group Holdings • Kenya

• Identified and qualified new business leads through various sources, including websites, newspapers, and industry publications. • Coordinated proposal timelines, inputs, and deliverables for RFPs, ensuring timely and compliant submissions. • Drafted, edited, and formatted proposal documents to ensure clarity, consistency, and alignment with client requirements, while maintaining brand standards and submission guidelines. • Collaborated with and supported cross-functional team initiatives, facilitating efficient communication and timely task execution across departments. • Tracked and reported on proposal status, win/loss ratios, and client feedback to drive continuous improvement. • Provided administrative and analytical support for strategic insurance solutions and client relationship management. • Engaged internal and external stakeholders professionally, supporting relationship building and business growth efforts.

Actuarial Trainee

2023-09 - 2023-12

Kenbright Insurance Brokers Limited • Kenya

• Participated in data-driven projects focused on insurance modeling and financial forecasting. • Applied statistical tools and programming in R to analyze market trends, product performance, and risk exposure. • Reported development and internal presentations based on data findings.

EDUCATION

Daystar University

2019 - 2023

Bachelor of Science in Actuarial Science