Business Development and Partnership Officer at Africa Youth Growth Foundation (AYGF)

Africa Youth Growth Foundation (AYGF) is a regional non- Governmental Organisation that focuses on the following thematic areas ; Migration, Public Health, Education, Democratic Governance, livelihood, Climate Change and Environment.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Development and Partnership Officer

Location: Abuja (FCT)
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Identification

• The Business Development & Partnerships Officer will support the organization’s business development efforts by identifying funding opportunities, developing strategic partnerships, and maintaining donor relationships to support the organization’s growth and sustainability.

Job Responsibilties

• Develop and implement a comprehensive global business development strategy that aligns with AYGF's overall goals and objectives.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate strategies for securing funding through grants, partnerships, donations, and other revenue streams globally.
• Identify and secure global funding opportunities from a diverse range of sources, including international governments, multilateral agencies, private sector, and foundations.
• Develop compelling proposals for potential funders and partners to support AYGF’s global initiatives.
• Lead the development of high-quality proposals, concept notes, and partnership agreements tailored to funding opportunities
• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective donors and partners to ensure ongoing support.

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, International Relations, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a related field.
• 4 years of experience in business development, partnerships, or fundraising within the NGO sector.
• Familiarity with proposal writing and donor engagement strategies.
• Master’s Degree in Business Development, International Development, Public Administration, or a relevant field (preferred).
• Professional certifications in fundraising, business development, or donor engagement (e.g., Fundraising Certification, PMP) (preferred).

Application Closing Date
7th February, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Application and Cover Letter (not more than one page, specifying the motivation for the Application) to: recruitment@aygf.org using “Business Development and Partnership Officer” as the subject of the mail.