2.0. Scope of Work
The Business Development Manager will lead the Projects and Business Services unit which includes Marketing and Communication and Monitoring and Evaluation.
The Manager will report to the Rector and will be responsible for the following activities:
Coordinate the implementation and monitoring of the AVU Business Plan 2014-2019 and responsible for the coordination of the development of the next business plan
Supervise the Marketing and Communication Officer
Supervise the Monitoring and Evaluation Officer
Write proposals to secure new projects
Increase sale of existing AVU services
Diversify AVU services’ portfolio
Manage AVU membership and clients as well as all sale communications
Ensure that the implementation of projects and services is well coordinated with other units such as Academic Programs, Information Technology, Finance and Administration, the AVU Multinational II project coordinating unit, as well as the AVU office in Dakar Senegal
Manage budget, including preparation of regular cash flow forecasts and ensuring timely submission of reports and reconciliation of funds with Finance and Administration;
Providing regular reports to Management;
Any other task that may be requested by the Rector;
3.0. Expected Deliverables
AVU Business Plan coordinated and monitored ; the development of the new business plan well-coordinated
Implementation of projects and services well-coordinated with other AVU units
AVU partnerships well managed
Marketing & Communication and Monitoring& Evaluation well implemented
New projects secured
Sale of AVU services increased significantly
AVU Services diversified
A well-managed budget for all projects and services
Regular reports provided
4.0. Qualifications
A master Degree in Business Administration, project management, Education or related field. A PhD qualification is an added advantage.
At least 5 years proven record of strategic planning, business development and project management
Proven record of proposals writing
Strong organizational skills.
Proven record of partnerships and sales management in an multicultural international organization
Experience in Marketing and Communication
Experience in Monitoring and Evaluation an asset
Computer skills; Microsoft Office, Power Point, Excel, Access, MS Project, Internet skills, Proficiency in Learning Management Systems.
Knowledge of Open, distance and eLearning is an asset
Knowledge of and/or experience in higher education in Africa is an added advantage
Strong writing and communications skills in English. Knowledge of French and/or Portuguese is and added advantage
5.0. Modalities of Work: The Manager will work full time dedicating 8 hours in a day for 5 days a week.
6.0 Duration: 24 Months
7.0 Reporting: The Manager will work under the supervision of the AVU Rector or such other person as the client may designate from time to time in writing.
8.0 Payment: The salary will be commensurate with the qualification and experience of the successful candidate
Business Development Manager
