Corvus Health Business Development and Partnerships Director Jobs in Ethiopia
Corvus Health Business Development and Partnerships Director Jobs in Ethiopia
We are hiring for a private company established to provide technical and operational support to consultancies, surveys, education, training and implementation of projects and programs.
The company may undertake other businesses as deemed appropriate by the management.
Job Title:
Business Development and Partnership Director
Duty Station:
Addis Ababa
Line Manager:
Chief Executive Officer
Direct Reports:
Business Development Officer/Manager(s), Admin Assistant(s)
Overall Objectives
The Business Development and Partnership Director will be responsible for developing and implementing a business development strategy across a variety of clients (including bilateral, multilateral, foundation, corporate donors and government agencies);
The ideal candidate will have experience and expertise across all of these areas, but particularly with institutional donors.
In addition, s/he will serve as the principal proposal lead, for all aspects of proposal development, and liaison with partners for teaming agreements and collaborative bids.
Reporting directly to the CEO, the Business Development and Partnership Director is a member of the Executive Management Team, and as such, is charged with having a role in the overall direction and management of the organization.
The nature of the position requires interaction with company staff (including overseas-based Country Representatives), finance; administrative staff and communications staff, along with a wide range of external stakeholders.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
Lead on business development and communications activities, including design or adaptation of necessary systems in these areas
Compile and maintain database of consultants, associates, affiliates and partner institutions
Manage relationships with leadership teams at client, partner and vendor organizations
Forge strategic alliances with organizations across the ecosystem of the company’s service pillars
Coordinate the company’s use of professional networks
Conduct market research and generate leads; complete or coordinate needs-assessments in the company’s service areas
Lead the preparation and coordination of proposals and bid responses
Corvus Health
Oversee staff that manages website, social media sites, newsletters and other communication materials
Produce quarterly newsletter
Lead development and practice of think-tank groups in Ethiopia and beyond on key sectors such as health, economic development, investment,
gender and other areas
Represent the company at key events such as annual meetings of professional associations, government agencies and event
Serve as the principal liaison for branch offices and international branches
Undertake market research for opening of international and national branch offices
Create a culture of continuous improvement through regular analysis of the team's performance – being reactive and inspiring change
Assist the CEO and Executive team with analytics and decisions
Follow-up and enforce the application of corporate branding and communication guidelines
Create and maintain supplier/vendor registration accounts with clients
Look for business opportunities from different sources including websites, newspapers and personal/institutional contacts
To carry out any other duties and/or responsibilities assigned by the immediate supervisor.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
10 or more years of international NGO, consulting firm or related experience with field experience preferred.
Knowledge of or expertise in international public health, small enterprise development, and/or local capacity-building.
Demonstrated self-reliant problem-solver with excellent interpersonal skills; outstanding written and oral skills; budgeting knowledge; proven success in liaison and negotiation with prospective partners and donors; and cultural sensitivity.
Demonstrated success in hands-on proposal development with USAID, USDA, CDC, UN agencies, BMGF and other multi-laterals, bi-laterals, private sector, and foundations.
Skills in social media and various software applications, including in design (preferred)
Dedicated team player proficient in multiple-deadline environment who possesses the ability to move quickly from conceptualization and networking to superior writing and who enjoys working in a small office
Willingness to travel within Ethiopia and internationally, including potentially to complex emergency environments
Computer proficient
Relevant advanced degree
English language proficiency is a must
Additional language proficiency is a plus
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online by 26th April 2019
Interested applicants should send a CV and cover letter to recruitment@corvushealth.com.
We are hiring for an equal opportunity employer who does not discriminate in hiring or employment, in accordance with the requirements of all applicable laws, including race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, gender, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, disability, or medical condition.
