Agent Welfare Associate (m/w/d)
Sun King
Company Overview
What They Do
Sun King specializes in off-grid solar energy solutions, evolving from basic solar lanterns to comprehensive home and business systems that include pay-as-you-go financing options. Their product range includes solar lanterns, solar home systems (SHS), solar inverters, and energy storage solutions utilizing lithium-iron-phosphate (LFP) batteries, which boast a lifespan of over 10 years and more than 2,500 cycles (source: cbinsights.com). The company targets the 1.8 billion people globally who lack reliable grid access, providing affordable alternatives to kerosene and diesel for low-income households, small businesses, schools, and health centers across Africa and Asia (source: sunking.com). Sun King's proprietary EasyBuy technology allows customers to pay for their solar products in installments, making clean energy accessible to a broader audience (source: sunking.com). With a strong competitive position as the world's largest off-grid solar company by distribution scale, Sun King differentiates itself through its extensive field agent network and innovative product offerings (source: citigroup.com).
Projects & Track Record
Sun King has made significant strides in expanding solar access, having powered over 82 million people historically, with 18 million Kenyans benefiting from their products over the past decade. Notably, one in five Kenyans currently uses Sun King's solar solutions, and the company has seen its user base in Nigeria triple within the last year (source: physics.illinois.edu). The company has partnered with Imagine Worldwide to install solar systems in every primary school in Malawi, managing the entire value chain from manufacturing to installation (source: sunking.com). Additionally, a recent $156 million securitization deal closed in 2025 aims to provide solar access to 1.4 million Kenyan households and businesses through distributed rooftop systems (source: citigroup.com). The company is also expanding its manufacturing capabilities with a new 10,000-square-meter facility in Tatu City, Kenya, which will initially produce 700,000 solar units annually (source: expogr.com).
Recent Developments
In the past two years, Sun King has successfully closed a landmark $156 million local currency securitization with Citi and partners, aimed at delivering solar solutions to 1.4 million Kenyans, thereby supporting the country's electrification goals (source: citigroup.com). The company also inaugurated its first African manufacturing plant on December 1, 2025, in Tatu City, Kenya, which will produce solar products including TVs and smartphones, creating hundreds of jobs and an initial capacity of 700,000 units annually (source: pvknowhow.com). Earlier, a $260 million financing round provided $100 million specifically for the expansion into larger AC systems and appliances, further solidifying Sun King's market position (source: physics.illinois.edu). The company has maintained consistent profitability while scaling operations and rebranding fully to Sun King (source: physics.illinois.edu).
Working There
Sun King offers a variety of roles across different departments, including sales, operations, customer service, training, risk management, and research/procurement. The company employs over 34,000 field agents who are involved in sales, installation, and service, with a focus on hiring at their Nairobi headquarters and the new Tatu City manufacturing facility (source: sunking.com). The company culture emphasizes grassroots distribution and innovation tailored to off-grid needs, while also ensuring job stability and local economic impact through job creation and supply chain localization (source: physics.illinois.edu). Documented employee benefits include flexible financing options, comprehensive warranties on products, professional installation, after-sales support, and free maintenance checks, all contributing to a supportive work environment (source: sunking.com).
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Job Description
The Agent Welfare Associate will be the HR point of contact for Sun King's sales agents, fostering relationships, offering immediate assistance, and gaining insight into their experiences and difficulties. They will monitor performance, build a talent pipeline, evaluate attrition trends, and improve agent retention and satisfaction. The role also includes ensuring adherence to company policies and providing aid during emergencies to ensure the well-being of sales agents.
What you would be expected to do
- Serve as the reliable point of contact for any HR-related concerns for Sun King's sales agents.
- Regularly visit the field to gain direct insight into the sales agents' experiences, satisfaction levels, and difficulties. This role requires traveling to different areas in the assigned zone about 50-60% of the time.
- Engage with agents through focus group discussions, one-on-one conversations, and shadowing their activities to ensure a comprehensive grasp of their operational environment.
- Facilitate and implement training plans with regional mentors to enhance awareness of the company's code of conduct and policies regarding dating, sexual harassment, inclusivity, and anti-discrimination.
- Provide immediate assistance and coordinate efforts with local teams for agents facing various emergencies, such as medical situations, accidents, customer assaults, and incidents of sexual harassment. Ensure swift and effective management of these situations to safeguard the well-being of our agents.
- Develop and implement crisis management protocols and training sessions to prepare agents to handle and de-escalate potentially dangerous situations safely and effectively.
- Monitor sales agents' performance, proactively build a talent pipeline, and oversee the recruitment and selection process for transitioning sales agents into full-time roles within Sun King.
- Evaluate and comprehend the underlying reasons and trends behind agent attrition. Develop and propose targeted improvement strategies to enhance agent retention and satisfaction.
- Assist agents with issues related to the insurance provider, including assistance during admission to medical facilities and the settlement of medical claims.
You might be a strong candidate if you
- At least 2 years of professional work experience in Human resource, people relations and management, or a related field.
- A drive to work with the field sales team on welfare, relations, and engagement activities.
- Strong data reporting and data skills.
- Outstanding communication with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Comfort with spending more than 50% of your time in the field and resolving people-related issues.
What Sun King offers
- Professional growth in a dynamic, rapidly expanding, high-social-impact industry
- An open-minded, collaborative culture with enthusiastic colleagues driven by the challenge of innovation and making a profound impact on people and the planet.
- A truly multicultural experience: you will have the chance to work with and learn from people from different geographies, nationalities, and backgrounds.
- Structured, tailored learning and development programs that help you become a better leader, manager, and professional through the Sun King Center for Leadership.
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About the role
February 26, 2026
Full time
Company
- Benin City, Nigeria
- Uyo, Nigeria
At least 2 years
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