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We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Business Development Lead (Kaduna Business District Zone)
Locations: Kaduna and Jigawa
Employment Type: Full-time
Role Description
The ideal candidate should demonstrate a high level of commercial awareness with a minimum of 5 years’ of progressive business development experience working with international donors or implementing partners (USAID, BMGF, JSI, HSDF, Solina etc.).
Experience with government agencies and parastatals in a business development/grants management position can be considered.
Responsibilities
Identify and source for innovative and impactful projects/programs in line with Sydani’s objectives and goals
Engage C-level decision-makers at conferences, forums and meetings to build strategic relationships
Forge MOUs and partnerships with similar organizations to execute projects or programs
Lead market penetration activities into new countries in the Eastern/Western Africa region
Coordinate responses to RFPs and RFQs from government and international donor agencies
Lead negotiations and discussions with government stakeholders to ensure project continuity and expansion
Develop frameworks, approaches, and procedures to enhance the efficiency of business development support processes.
Successful candidates will possess the following qualifications and competencies
A minimum of Bachelor's Degree from a reputable university
Master's in Business Administration (MBA) from an internationally renowned university is desirable
Membership of a professional body is an added advantage
Have evidence of actual proposals/grants developed, led, and won (combined minimum of $1m)
Have led a business expansion into other countries preferably in West and East Africa
Possess a deep understanding of the business landscape and market entry requirements in West and/or East African countries
Possess advanced proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
Understand data and market research tools including Bloomberg, BMI, etc.
Be exceptional at networking, presentation and strategic communications
Demonstrate business intelligence skills evidenced by longstanding contacts in government, partners locally and internationally.
What We Offer
Sydani offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance, competitive compensation, generous bonuses, rapid career growth, and the opportunity to work with a team of seasoned consultants and an ever-expanding network of industry experts.
This position offers the opportunity for highly motivated individuals to assume pivotal roles in the evolution of a fast-growing and highly respected organization.
As such, compensation is competitive. The starting salary will be commensurate with the candidate's experience.
Application Closing Date
31st December, 2024.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.
Note
Candidates should provide 5 character reference (a person, or persons), that can be contacted to give a statement of the employee's good qualities values, and work ethics using the following information: