Business Development Team Lead at Green Concern for Development (GREENCODE)

Green Concern for Development (GREENCODE) is a national non-governmental organization registered in Nigeria since 2007 and implementing a range of humanitarian and developmental programs in different parts of Nigeria. GREENCODE programs are in the areas of Nutrition, Protection (GBV) / Sexual and Reproductive Health, WASH, Shelter / NFI / CCCM, Food Security / Livelihood, Accountable Governance, Environmental Management, and Peace Building.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Development Team Lead

Location: Maiduguri, Borno
Employment Type: Contract
Reports to: Executive Director / Program Manager
Duration: 4 months with possible extension

Job Summary

• The Business Development Team Lead will drive GREENCODE’s growth by developing strategic partnerships, securing funding opportunities, and strengthening stakeholder relationships. 
• This role requires a dynamic leader with a strong background in business development, donor engagement, and revenue generation. 
• The ideal candidate will be proactive, results-driven, and capable of identifying and leveraging opportunities to expand GREENCODE’s impact.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, including donor funding, grants, and strategic partnerships to enhance GREENCODE’s sustainability.
• Develop and implement fundraising strategies to increase organizational revenue, including proposal writing, donor engagement, and grant applications.
• Establish and maintain relationships with donors, government agencies, corporate sponsors, and development partners.
• Lead the negotiation and management of funding agreements, ensuring compliance with donor requirements and organizational goals.
• Collaborate with internal teams to design innovative programs and initiatives that align with GREENCODE’s mission and attract funding.
• Monitor funding trends, market developments, and policy shifts to identify new opportunities and potential risks.
• Represent GREENCODE at high-level meetings, conferences, and networking events to strengthen visibility and credibility within the development sector.
• Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to business growth, funding acquisition, and partnership success.
• Support internal capacity-building efforts by training staff on resource mobilization, donor relations, and proposal development.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Development Studies, International Relations, or a related field. A Master’s Degree is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in business development, fundraising, or strategic partnerships, preferably in the nonprofit or development sector.
• Proven track record of securing grants, managing donor relations, and driving revenue growth.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Excellent proposal writing, fundraising, and business development abilities.
• Ability to identify and capitalize on emerging funding and partnership opportunities.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Application Closing Date
18th April, 2025.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: jobs@greencodeng.org and copy: greencodeng@gmail.com using the Job Title as the subject of the email.