Job Post – 01
Job Title: National Sales and Marketing Manager
Organization: thetechjournalist.com
Location: Remote (India-wide)
Employment Type: Full-time
About Us:
At thetechjournalist.com, we’re not just another online media platform. We are on a mission to transform the way small and medium-scale businesses operate in India. Our goal is to make the internet a more reliable and accessible space for everyone. We aim to empower every business owner—from real estate agents to rural entrepreneurs—by helping them establish their own dynamic, engaging, and functional websites. No more reliance on costly online classifieds or subscription-based services. We provide businesses with the freedom to manage their online presence independently, starting with our affordable package of just ₹5,000 per year.
Role Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic and driven National Sales and Marketing Manager to join our growing team. This is not just a sales role; it’s an opportunity to be at the forefront of a digital revolution. You will be responsible for driving sales, building relationships, and spreading awareness about our unique value proposition to businesses across India.
Key Responsibilities:
- Sales Leadership: Lead the sales strategy and operations at a national level, targeting small and medium-scale businesses across various sectors like real estate, education, healthcare, hospitality, and more.
- Client Education: Educate potential clients about the benefits of owning and managing their websites. Explain how our solutions offer them independence from subscription-based services and empower them to run their businesses more efficiently.
- Business Development: Identify and pursue new business opportunities, focusing on areas that can benefit most from digitalization, including rural and underrepresented markets.
- Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring they understand the full scope of our offerings and how we can support their business growth.
- Market Expansion: Work closely with our marketing team to develop campaigns that resonate with our target audience and expand our reach across India.
What We’re Looking For:
- Proven experience in a sales and marketing role, preferably within the tech or digital services industry.
- A deep understanding of the challenges faced by small and medium-scale businesses in India, particularly regarding digitalization.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and educate clients.
- A strategic thinker who can drive results and lead a team to success.
- Passionate about technology and its potential to transform livelihoods.
Why Join Us?
- Be a part of a groundbreaking mission to digitalize India’s businesses and make the internet a better place for everyone.
- Work with a passionate team dedicated to making a real impact.
- Enjoy a competitive salary and the opportunity to grow with a company that values innovation and independence.
Closing Thoughts:
If you’re ready to take on a challenging yet rewarding role where you can make a significant difference in the lives of business owners across India, we’d love to hear from you.
How to Apply:
Send your resume and a cover letter detailing why you’re the perfect fit for this role to editor@thetechjournalist.com or apply directly in the LinkedIn job post here
Time: 30 to 45 minutes
Interview round 01 – Telephonic round:
- Have you ever heard or seen anything that belongs to thetechjournalist organization?
- Discuss about job roles and responsibilities
- Skill-sets required
- sales presentation
- quick self-introduction (60 seconds only)
- Why are you applying for this job?
- How do you think you can help www.thetechjournalist.com?
Interviewer Expectations
- Try taking a call in a no-disturbance place
- Stable internet connection (in case of network failure)
- Make sure you are available for the next 1hr during the interview process
- Make sure the mobile phone has sufficient charging (50% at least)
- Notepad, and pen to make important notes
Interview round 02 – Assessment round
This round consists of 2 simple questions. Each question requires a certain set of skills and points of interest and how well your knowledge and IQ is.
Question no 1:
Think as a National Sales and Marketing manager for thetechjournalist organization, You are responsible for generating a revenue of 500,000/ INR per Month
Product: Website development (app in future)
Cost: There are three different packages
| Name of the package | 1 year | 2 year |
| Basic | 5000 | 8000 |
| Advance | 15,000 | 25,000 |
| Professional | 50,000 | 90,000 |
Prepare a whitepaper marketing plan on the possibilities to generate a minimum monthly revenue of 500,000/ INR per Month.
Question 02:
As a Sales and Marketing executive, your job is to help a downfall “Business A” who are going through terrible loses and are on the verge of business shutdown or extinction.
You have to make this “Business A” trust thetechjournalist.com and invest their money in our organization and be our loyal client.
The skill sets required here are logical thinking and Empathetic thinking.
Prepare a presentation of your strategic approach and methodology to gain the trust of the potential client and convert it into a sale.
You are free to use your own approach, methods, creative marketing, and almost anything there are no limitations here.
Please don’t waste your valuable time in graphical representation
Note: There is no time limit for this round so please take your own time and reply to this email with your answers.
Job Post: 02
Job Title: Freelance Recruiting/Training Manager
Company: TheTechJournalist.com
Location: Remote
Job Type: Freelance
Pay: ₹1000/day + Organization Perks
Job Summary: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Freelance Recruiting/Training Manager who is passionate about talent acquisition, training, and creating opportunities for the unemployed. If you have a keen eye for identifying talent, strong communication skills, and a knack for effective training, we want you on our team! This role is crucial in shaping our workforce by recruiting top-notch candidates and ensuring they are well-prepared for their roles.
Key Responsibilities:
Talent Acquisition & Recruitment:
- Develop and execute innovative strategies for sourcing and recruiting candidates.
- Screen, evaluate, and shortlist candidates based on their skills, experience, and fit for the organization.
- Conduct voice, communication, and personality evaluations to assess candidates’ suitability.
Training & Development:
- Design and implement training programs tailored to the needs of new recruits.
- Provide ongoing support and mentorship to employees, ensuring continuous improvement and growth.
- Monitor the effectiveness of training programs and adjust strategies as needed.
Communication & Coordination:
- Effectively communicate with candidates through email, phone, and video calls.
- Coordinate interviews, follow-ups, and joining formalities with precision.
- Maintain open lines of communication with the management team regarding recruitment progress and challenges.
Job Delegation & Monitoring:
- Assign tasks to team members and monitor their progress.
- Ensure that all tasks are completed within the given deadlines and meet the organization’s standards.
Administrative Responsibilities:
- Maintain a comprehensive resume repository and keep it updated with new applications.
- Perform background checks and loyalty assessments using online resources.
- Prepare and maintain detailed records of recruitment and training activities.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Proven experience in recruiting, training, and talent acquisition.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong knowledge of MS Office and online recruitment tools.
- Ability to evaluate candidates’ IQ, communication skills, personality, and overall suitability.
- Creative, witty, and smart with a strategic approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
Requirements:
- Must be available for at least 4 hours a day.
- This role is strictly for freelance candidates who are currently unemployed. Applications from currently employed individuals will be canceled immediately.
- A strong academic background and real-time experience in recruitment and training are essential.
Why Join Us?
- Be part of an innovative organization that values creativity and talent.
- Work remotely with a flexible schedule.
- Opportunity to make a significant impact by helping the unemployed secure meaningful work.
- Competitive daily pay with additional perks and benefits.
How to Apply: Please submit your resume, a brief cover letter, and any relevant certifications. Only candidates who meet the qualifications and are currently unemployed will be considered. Send your resumes to admin@thetechjournalist.com
Interview Process
Round 1: Telephonic Round
Objective: To gauge the candidate’s background, communication skills, and overall fit for the role.
Questions:
Can you briefly introduce yourself and your professional background?
Purpose: Understanding their experience and communication style.
What drew you to a freelance recruiting and training manager role?
Purpose: Assessing their motivation for choosing a freelance path.
Can you describe your experience in hiring and recruiting?
Purpose: Evaluating relevant experience in the core areas of the role.
How do you prioritize and manage your tasks as a freelancer?
Purpose: Understanding time management and organizational skills.
What is your availability like during a typical day?
Purpose: Ensuring they can meet the minimum 4-hour availability requirement.
Key Points to Note:
- Clarity in communication.
- Relevant experience and knowledge of the recruiting field.
- Alignment with the freelance working style.
Round 2: Activity Test
Objective: To assess the candidate’s practical skills in problem-solving, decision-making, and handling multiple tasks under pressure.
Tasks/Questions:
Scenario: You have two equally qualified candidates for a role. One is a better cultural fit, but the other has a unique skill that could be valuable in the future. Who would you recommend for the position, and why?
Purpose: Decision-making and cultural fit assessment.
Problem-Solving: A candidate you’re interested in is delaying their response to an offer. How would you handle this situation?
Purpose: Evaluating problem-solving and communication strategies.
Multi-Tasking Test: Describe a time when you had to manage multiple candidates at different stages of the recruitment process. How did you ensure everything stayed on track?
Purpose: Assessing multitasking and organizational abilities.
Pressure Handling: Describe a situation where you had to make a quick hiring decision. What was the outcome?
Purpose: Evaluating pressure handling and decision-making skills.
Vocabulary and Limit Testing: Describe how you would train a team member who is consistently underperforming.
Purpose: Assessing training capabilities and communication precision.
Key Points to Note:
- Practical application of their experience.
- Creativity in problem-solving.
- Ability to handle pressure and multiple tasks.
Recruitment Activity
Fact: In the fast-paced world of recruitment, handling a large volume of applicants for a single job role can be overwhelming. However, it’s crucial to manage the process efficiently to ensure that the best candidates are selected, and all applicants feel respected, regardless of the outcome.
Scenario Question: Imagine you are responsible for closing a job role that has received over 200 applications from candidates around the globe. You need to plan and decide how to handle and communicate with these many applicants. You are free to make decisions but remember that your choices can significantly impact someone’s career or life. How would you manage the process of communicating with all these applicants? Specifically, how would you send out communication emails, maintain the momentum as new applications continue to arrive, and ensure that the entire process runs smoothly? Additionally, how would you prepare to handle a similar situation with multiple job positions or listings in the future?
Purpose:
Evaluating Organizational and Strategic Planning Skills: This question assesses how the candidate approaches large-scale tasks and manages communication with multiple stakeholders.
Decision-Making and Prioritization: Understanding the candidate’s decision-making process, especially when dealing with high stakes.
Communication and Efficiency: Gauging their ability to maintain clear and effective communication throughout a complex recruitment process.
Scalability: Assessing their readiness to handle an increasing workload or multiple similar tasks simultaneously.
This question gives insight into how a candidate would handle real-life challenges that are common in recruiting, ensuring they can manage both the practical and emotional aspects of the job.
Round 3: Final Discussion
Objective: To finalize the candidate’s understanding of the role, assess their fit with the organization’s values, and discuss their ideas for the future.
Questions:
What value do you believe you can bring to our organization as a Freelance Recruiting Manager?
Purpose: Understanding their unique contributions.
How do you see yourself growing in this role?
Purpose: Gauging their future plans and potential longevity with the organization.
Do you have any ideas or strategies you would like to implement if hired?
Purpose: Assessing creativity and initiative.
How do you handle client or candidate rejections or difficult conversations?
Purpose: Evaluating emotional intelligence and conflict resolution.
Given that this is a freelance role, how do you manage your workload across multiple clients?
Purpose: Ensuring their ability to juggle multiple responsibilities.
Key Points to Note:
- Alignment with organizational values.
- Their proactive approach to the role.
- Understanding their availability and commitment level.
This structured approach will help ensure you select a candidate who is well-suited for the Freelance Recruiting/Training Manager role.
Good luck and welcome to the team thetechjournalist
