Business Development Officer at the African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE)

The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) Abuja is a 500-bed specialty hospital offering world-class comprehensive diagnostics and treatment in oncology, cardiovascular, and haematological care, and general medical and surgical services, along with top notch research and education. The AMCE will provide exceptional care to people on the African continent, regardless of their financial means. Developed by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in clinical partnership with King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust., AMCE Abuja is the first of five centres planned for development in Africa.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Development Officer

Location: Abuja

Job Purpose

• The Business Development Officer will be responsible for supporting the implementation of AMCE’s strategic growth initiatives through effective market engagement, client relationship management, and business performance monitoring.
• The role involves identifying new business opportunities, facilitating partnerships, conducting market research, and contributing to revenue forecasting and reporting.
• The position plays a key role in expanding AMCE’s footprint and ensuring sustainable business growth in line with organizational goals.

Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities
Business Development and Client Management:

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities and strategic partnerships to drive patient and client acquisition.
• Support the preparation of proposals, presentations, contracts, and partnership documents.
• Maintain a comprehensive database of clients, partners, and prospective collaborators.
• Engage with stakeholders to strengthen relationships and ensure service satisfaction.
• Participate in planning and executing promotional activities and networking events.

Market Research and Strategy Support:

• Conduct research on market trends, competitor activities, and potential growth areas within the healthcare sector.
• Analyze service utilization data and patient trends to inform business decisions.
• Support the development and review of business strategies aimed at increasing revenue and market share.
• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations for improving business performance.

Financial Planning and Reporting:

• Assist in the preparation of departmental budgets, business forecasts, and performance reports.
• Track revenue performance and key performance indicators for ongoing projects and initiatives.
• Support cost-benefit analysis and financial modeling for proposed business ventures.
• Collaborate with the finance team to ensure accurate revenue tracking and compliance with financial procedures.

Risk and Compliance Management:

• Ensure adherence to internal policies and external regulatory requirements governing business operations.
• Support the development of risk mitigation strategies and maintain records of contractual obligations.
• Work closely with the Legal and Finance teams to ensure ethical and compliant business practices.

Administrative and Reporting Support:

• Prepare and maintain reports, dashboards, and documentation of business development activities.
• Coordinate departmental communication and assist in organizing internal and external meetings.
• Provide administrative support to the Business Development and Marketing team to ensure efficient workflow.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Mass Communication, Economics, or a related field.
• Certification in Marketing, Business Development, or Project Management (e.g., CIM, PMP, NIMN) is an added advantage.

Experience:

• 1–3 years of relevant experience in business development, marketing, or client management, preferably in healthcare or a service-based organization.
• Demonstrated experience in proposal development, client engagement, and market analysis.
• Strong understanding of business development strategies, market research, and performance metrics.
• Knowledge of financial planning, budgeting, and reporting.
• Familiarity with healthcare industry dynamics and service marketing (desirable).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.

Application Closing Date
5th February, 2026.

How To Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs to: careers@amce.net using the job title in the subject of the email.

Additional Information:

• The African Medical Centre of Excellence (AMCE) aims to be an Employer of Choice, providing equal opportunity for everyone regardless of their background, gender, race and other protected characteristics.