The Business Development Manager will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, and promoting trade between countries. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of international trade, excellent business development skills, and the ability to work with diverse stakeholders.
Responsibilities
Drive business development activities for the company in Nigeria, plan marketing strategies and support the formulation of a long-term business development strategy in the region.
Market the company’s various economic development programs and lead its growth initiatives to expand outreach in Nigeria and West Africa.
Identify and pursue new business opportunities, including trade missions, exhibitions, and conferences
Conduct market research and analysis to identify trade opportunities and trends
Follow-up with clients, track progress on opportunities and keep abreast of new developments in the market.
Build and maintain strategic partnerships and relationship with key stakeholders, including government agencies, trade associations, and private sector companies.
Develop access to top government officials, senior management level in private sector organizations and international multilateral agencies supporting trade and export development in Nigeria.
Produce content, infographics, layouts, charts, and templates for proposals
Create innovative and compelling PowerPoint presentations and support materials
Maintain marketing databases and carry-out other duties as assigned.
Develop and deliver trade promotion services, including market intelligence, trade leads, and business matchmaking
Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including trade specialists, market researchers, and communications staff
Represent the agency at trade events, conferences, and meetings
Develop and manage budgets for business development initiatives
Monitor and report on business development activities and results
Qualifications & Qualification
Master’s Degree or its equivalent in Law, Marketing, Business Administration, or any other related field.
At least five years of experience in business development at a reputable company in Nigeria.
Demonstrable ability to interact with senior executives, developing and fostering key relationships at senior level in government, private sector and with international organizations in Africa.
High degree of business acumen with evidence-based track record of success in business development, increasing company sales and securing contracts.
Strong understanding of international trade agreements, policies, and procedures.
Excellent writing, marketing, communication (additional languages an asset), and negotiation skills. Able to write, edit and proofread proposal contents.
Must display sound judgment, strong attention to detail, relate well with others, have a professional attitude, be well-organized, self-motivated and ability to work independently.
Interest in economic development, international business, trade, and investment.
Willingness to pursue career growth within the organization and assume higher responsibility.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and prioritize multiple tasks and projects.
Ability to travel internationally (up to 20% of the time)
Salary Expectation
N500,000 Monthly gross
Application Closing Date
24th January, 2025.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Applications to:[email protected]using the Job Title as the subject of the mail.