Job Purpose/Summary
To initiate and support the development of business opportunities that support the company’s growth and profitability. The role provides business development support under the farmers training output.
Responsibilities for the Business Development Job
Work with the company’s employees to identify new business opportunities.
Undertake market research and stakeholder’s engagement to turn opportunities into implementable projects.
Write investment-ready business plans.
Track local investors and donors to target potential investors.
Prepare business investment proposals for board review targeting financing from banks,donors.
Source for new investors to support the company’s initiatives.
Qualifications for the Business Development Job
Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Commerce or any business related field.
An MBA will be an added advantage.
Professional qualifications in CFA, CPA or ACCA with registration with either of the
professional bodies.
Minimum 6 years’ experience in economic development.
Ability to collect and analyze field data.
Experience in engaging with C level executives and financiers in negotiations is highlydesirable.
Proven experience in investment analysis, capital arising and investment structuring
Turn new business opportunities into viable cost centers.
Make contributions to revenue generation.
Experience in setting up agribusiness value chain.
Experience in economic developing working with development partners highly desirable.
Skills Required for the Business Development Manager Job
Report writing skill
Business plan writing skills
Investment proposal writing skills
Project management skills.
Business acumen
Qualitative and budgeting skills
Market research skills
Salary budget: 250, 396 – 279, 853 Basic Pay
