Business Development Manager at Under 40 CEOs

Under 40 CEOs is a Pan- African social enterprise focused on building the African economy on the shoulders of young African business leaders. Under40CEOs is a community of young entrepreneurs and business leaders passionate about growing their businesses and achieving success. We support young African Businesses to build bigger sustainable businesses. We remove the barriers of inadequate resources, information and community to set up young business leaders and their businesses on the path to global success. Poor foundations lead to building collapse. At Under 40 CEOs, we think of your business as we would a building and have supported 100s of businesses at different growth phases in building a business that will outlive them.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Development Manager

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports to: Executive Director, Africa.

Description

• Are you passionate about fostering growth and building strategic partnerships? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where innovation and leadership are at the forefront? Under 40 CEOs is looking for a highly motivated Business Development Manager to join our team

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and Execute Growth Strategies: Create and implement strategies to drive business growth, including identifying new market opportunities and developing plans to capitalize on them.
• Lead Generation and Partnership Building: Identify, approach, and secure strategic partnerships that align with Under 40 CEOs' vision and goals.
• Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential partners, sponsors, and clients.
• Market Research and Analysis: Conduct market research to identify trends, competitor activities, and emerging opportunities. Analyze data to inform strategic decisions.
• Sales and Revenue Generation: Develop and implement sales strategies to meet revenue targets, including pitching to potential partners and closing deals.
• Event Coordination and Management: Collaborate with the events team to plan and execute high-impact events that drive engagement and business growth.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the marketing, content, and operations teams to ensure alignment and support for business evelopment initiatives.
• Reporting and Analysis: Prepare regular reports on business development activities, including progress on goals, challenges, and opportunities.

Qualifications and skills

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field. An MBA or equivalent is a plus.
• Experience: 3-5 years of experience in business development, sales, or a similar role, preferably within a network or membership-based organization.
• Proven track record of successfully driving business growth and meeting revenue targets.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain strategic relationships.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Proficiency in CRM software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Why Join Us:

• Impactful Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization that is shaping the future of business leadership.
• Dynamic Environment: Work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth.
• Networking Opportunities: Engage with top industry leaders, entrepreneurs, and business professionals.

Application Closing Date
31st August, 2024

How to Apply
Interested candidates should submit their CV and a cover letter detailing their experience and why they are a good fit for this role to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the mail.