Job type: Full-time

Job Title: Business Development Specialist

Location: Dar es salaam, Tanzania

Job type: Contract based.

Job Brief

We are looking for a talented and motivated Business Development Specialist to join our team. As a key player in our organization, you will play a crucial role in driving business growth and revenue by identifying and pursuing new business opportunities. This is a unique opportunity for an individual with a passion for business development and a desire to make a meaningful impact.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Analyzing and expanding business operations toward sustained growth.
• Monitoring revenue streams and identifying opportunities to increase profitability.
• Evaluating and improving sales, marketing, and branding strategies.
• Identifying and developing new lines of business based on consumer behavior.
• Performing competitor analysis toward obtaining an increased market share.
• Developing client relationships and strengthening industry partnerships.
• Identifying new clients by researching and creating networking opportunities.
• Negotiating and closing business deals that promote sustained revenue.
• Liaising with Sales, Marketing, and Management to align strategies aimed at increasing revenue.
• Assessing and advising on potential joint ventures, mergers, and acquisitions.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:  

Remote work opportunities

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Development or Sales, or similar.
• Master’s degree or MBA is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 4+ years of experience as a Business Development Specialist.
• Experience in the related industry is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in integrated business management and CRM software.
• Advanced knowledge of business development, marketing strategies, and brand expansion.
• Experience in identifying profitable business opportunities and potential clients.
• Exceptional ability to analyze market trends and competitor behavior.
• Ability to maintain strong client relationships and establish industry partnerships.
• Competency in negotiating and closing business deals.
• Ability to advice on possible joint ventures, mergers, and acquisitions.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

Personal Characteristics:

• Strong sense of personal integrity.
• Attention to detail.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Team spirit and problem solving abilities.
• Flexibility and adaptability

Success Criteria

To excel in this role, we expect you to:

• Increase client portfolio by 35% within the first year of contract.
• Maintain a customer satisfaction score of 95% or higher in post-sale surveys.
• Consistently exceed monthly and quarterly sales goals while maintaining high client satisfaction scores.
• Build long-term relationships with clients, demonstrated by repeat business and referrals.
• Deliver accurate sales forecasts, identifying potential opportunities for business growth.

How to Apply:

Qualified candidates are encouraged to submit their applications to [email protected].  Please mention the job title in the subject line of your email. Only candidates who meet the requirements will be contacted.

Deadline: 30^th January 2025