Open call: British Council SSA business development lead

The successful candidate will be based in Lagos, Nigeria.

Role purpose

The successful candidate will lead the identification, positioning for and pursuit of donor, trusts, foundations and corporate funding for TVET, non-formal education (NFE) and arts in sub-Saharan Africa in line with regional, country and business unit/sector priorities. The role holder will lead on relationships with key donors and partners in the sectors as well as assess the current market, identify market opportunities/needs and develop position plans in line with the country strategy using marketing insights to develop and deliver audience-led BD strategy, priorities and plan.

Role specific knowledge and experience

The main essential knowledge and experience points required are:

• Graduate degree in relevant field or work equivalent experience.
• Strong background in winning client and partnership contracts exceeding £500k.
• Demonstrable track record in successful proposal development and management.
• Ability to identify opportunities, write technical bids for them and speak credibly to donors/clients

Desirable

• Financial control or programme management qualifications.

 Role specific skills

• Stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Attention to details and processes.
• Analytical skills and financial literacy.
• Negotiation skills.
• Goal focused.
• Eagerness to learn and ability to be flexible.

 Further information

• Pay band – Eight.
• Contract duration – Two-year fixed term contract with possibility of extension based on mutual agreement.
• Contract type – Locally engaged.
• Location – Nigeria.

Requirements

All applicants should have a pre-existing legal status to live and work in the country of application. The British Council will not facilitate/sponsor visa applications and work permits.

Interested applicants should apply here before 15 October.

“We support peace and prosperity by building connections, understanding and trust between people in the UK and countries worldwide,” the British Council said. “We work directly with individuals to help them gain the skills, confidence and connections to transform their lives and shape a better world in partnership with the UK. We support them to build networks and explore creative ideas, to learn English, to get a high-quality education and to gain internationally recognised qualifications.”

View the original call here.