Main Purpose of the Job: Developing and leading in the formulation and implementation of the Group Business Development strategy, policies and processes while leading and influencing teams to achieve overall business objectives
Main Responsibilities
Formulating and implementing the business development & marketing strategy
Creating new business opportunities and expanding existing businesses to grow revenue streams while ensuring customer relations and innovation in line with the strategy
Continuous assessment of marketing opportunities and target markets while creating strategic partnerships to enhance and sustain positive business growth
Preparation and implementation of short-term & long term/annual operating and management plans and budget
Build and sustain positive business image including representing the company at events & other brand building initiatives
Conducting feasibility studies for various products and services including intelligence gathering on customers and competitors for decision making
Creating new business leads by promoting the awareness of company products and services
Talent management including coaching, mentoring, developing, motivating, training and evaluating staff to achieve highest levels of performance and culture
Managing and implementing change initiatives to achieve desired business results and culture
Conducting feasibility studies for various products and services including intelligence gathering on customers and competitors for decision making
Preparing and presenting periodic reports including recommendations and actions
Job Skills: Business Development Strategy formulation and implementation, Performance reporting and management, Financial Management, Ability to lead and influence leadership teams, Change Management, Negotiation and influencing skills, Application & exploitation of IT
Person Competencies: Professionalism and ethics, Team Player, Leadership, Innovative, Change Champion, Interpersonal & communication skills, Analytical skills, Organizational skills, Business Acumen
Academic Qualifications & Experience
Master’s Degree in a Business related field, preferably Marketing.
At least 7 years relevant experience
Professional certification, CIM
