Government Relations and Business Development Supervisor at Sahara Group

Sahara Group is a leading international energy and infrastructure conglomerate with operations in over 38 countries across Africa, Middle East, Europe and Asia. Spanning three decades, we have broken ground and challenged stereotypes across the global business landscape. The women and men who make up our organization are our strongest levers for growth.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Government Relations and Business Development Supervisor

Job Identification: 131
Location: Ijora, Lagos
Job Schedule: Full time

Responsibilities

• Build and manage professional relationships with all existing customers, prospective customers, governmental agencies/bodies and other stakeholders. 
• Oversee the process of statutory documentation and regulatory oil & gas license renewals with government agencies. 
• Research and monitor government activities that could affect the organisation’s business and clients. 
• Develop and maintain an excellent understanding of the key customers/target audience to ensure that their needs are being met and that their business is retained.
• Promote Asharami’s products/services to address and predict clients’ objectives. 
• Collaborate with sales & marketing team to ensure requirements are met, such as sales numbers and profit goals.
• Maintain a strong ethical relationship between Asharami and relevant institutions/ bodies with a view to ensure the long-term viability of the business. 
• Maintain effective corporate relationship with key stakeholders at the Federal, State and Local Government level. 
• Stay abreast of recent industry trends and seek opportunities that exist with government agencies. 
• Provide support and advise leadership team in identifying and resolving issues with the relevant stakeholders 
• Perform Adhoc duties as advised by the company.

Requirements

• B.Sc. Degree in Social Sciences or Management Science. 
• Minimum of 4 years work experience in similar role 
• Proficiency in Hausa Language is an added advantage 
• Good communication and interpersonal skills 
• Detail oriented 
• Process oriented 
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks. 
• Conscientious in approach to work 
• Confidence and discretion 
• Good communication skills (oral and written) 
• Good attitude and approach to work. 
• A team player with an international outlook. 
• Good use of Microsoft Office.

Application Closing Date
28th May, 2023; 10:59 PM