Business Development Manager

Overall, the Business Development Manager is responsible for successfully generating business opportunities and overseeing the marketing of the company including identifying new client-leads and maintaining a profitable client base.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• An advanced degree, MBA preferred or MS in business, management, finance, economics, human
  resource, sociology, marketing or related area


• 5-year business development functional experience in a service industry, preferably management consulting
  and training.


• Proven ability in management and retention of client base through repeat business, cross-selling and
  down-stream work; identify leads and capture new business, strategic selling and marketing.


• Demonstrated competence to assess priorities and manage a variety of activities in a time-sensitive environment
  and meet deadlines with attention to detail and quality


• Excellent interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to interact professionally with culturally diverse
  staff, clients, and consultants within the context of groups and technical teams


• Knowledge of public procurement/acquisition processes, financial management, economic analysis, cost
  estimating, strategic planning, and OD a plus


• Computer skills in word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation, and Internet applications


• Excellent skills in technical writing, editing, and oral/written communication;


• Strong analytical and decision-making skills


• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment


• Ability to develop and monitor budgets


• Proficiency in verbal and written English and Kiswahili--knowledge of French is a big plus

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