Regional Business Development Officer (Rivers) at 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: Regional Business Development Officer

Location: Port Harcourt, Rivers & Southern Nigeria
Job type: Full time

Job Purpose

• The Regional Business Development Officer will be responsible for driving AMCE’s referral growth, strategic partnerships, and regional market presence across Port Harcourt & Southern Nigeria.
• The role executes AMCE’s regional sales strategy by developing high-value referral networks, strengthening clinician and institutional partnerships, and delivering measurable growth aligned with AMCE’s Centres of Excellence and non-communicable disease (NCD) agenda.

Key Accountabilities/Responsibilities
Territory Sales Execution (Port Harcourt & Southern Nigeria):

• Develop and execute a strategic territory plan covering key commercial hubs: Port Harcourt, Warri, Benin City, Calabar, Uyo, Yenagoa, and Asaba etc.
• Proactively prospect and onboard new referring partners (private hospitals, specialist clinics, diagnostic/imaging centers, and influential consultants) across the six South-South states.
• Conduct strategic sales engagements (blended virtual and intensive in-person visits during travel cycles) to present services and secure formal referral agreements.
• Achieve and exceed all monthly and quarterly targets for new partner acquisition and referral volume from the South-South region.

Relationship & Strategic Partnership Development:

• Build deep, trust-based relationships with healthcare providers, understanding the unique business culture, referral patterns, and professional networks within the South-South region.
• Act as the primary ambassador for our services in the zone, identifying and engaging with key opinion leaders (KOLs) in major private hospitals and medical groups.
• Facilitate seamless coordination between referring partners in the South-South and our central clinical teams, ensuring an exceptional partner and patient experience.

Market Intelligence & Regional Reporting:

• Monitor the competitive landscape across the South-South, providing insights on local competitors, pricing models, and healthcare trends specific to the region.
• Prepare detailed weekly reports focusing on activity, pipeline health, and market intelligence from the South-South zone.
• Maintain meticulous records of all partnerships and interactions in the hospital’s CRM.

Remote Work & Regional Travel:

• Manage a dynamic schedule blending remote administration from Port Harcourt with planned, intensive travel cycles to other key states in the territory.
• Demonstrate exceptional planning and communication skills to maximize impact during travel periods and maintain engagement remotely.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years’ proven B2B field sales experience. Experience in the healthcare, pharmaceutical, medical equipment, or insurance sector within the South-South region is mandatory.
• A verifiable track record of meeting sales targets and experience managing a multi-state territory.
• Non-negotiable: Must be based in Port Harcourt and have an existing network or proven experience calling on healthcare providers in Rivers, Delta, Bayelsa, Akwa Ibom, Cross River, and Edo states.

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent Communication & Negotiation: Ability to engage confidently with clinic owners and senior consultants.
• Regional Expertise: Strong understanding of the business culture, healthcare infrastructure, and economic drivers of the South-South region.
• Tech-Savvy & Independent: High proficiency in CRM software, Microsoft Office, and virtual meeting platforms. Must thrive with minimal supervision in a remote/field setting.
• Resilient & Results-Oriented: A persistent “hunter” mindset to navigate a competitive market and close deals. Must be comfortable with frequent local travel within Port Harcourt and to neighboring states.
• High Integrity: Professionalism and ethical standards appropriate for the healthcare sector.

Working Conditions:

• Work Mode: Field-based in Port Harcourt. This is a remote role with a home-base in Port Harcourt but defined as covering the South-South zone, requiring significant intra-regional travel.
• Schedule: Flexible hours based on partner availability, with mandatory weekly virtual check-ins and team meetings.
• Travel: Extensive daily/ local travel within Port Harcourt is required. Occasional travel to other states in South-South Nigeria may be necessary.

Remuneration
Attractive competitive package consisting of a Fixed Base Salary + Significant Performance-Based Commission. Commission is directly tied to achieved sales targets for the territory.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualification candidates should send their CV to: careers@amce.net using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note: 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.