We are recruiting to fill the position below:
Job Title: Strategy and Partnership Lead
Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Job Summary
- As we expand our footprint, we are seeking an innovative and results-driven Strategy and Partnership Lead to enhance our strategic initiatives and partnership development in the EdTech sector.
- The successful candidate will be crucial in identifying growth opportunities both locally and globally while driving business success through strategic planning and collaboration.
Responsibilties
Research and Analysis:
- Conduct in-depth research and analysis to identify growth opportunities in the EdTech sector, both locally and globally.
- Leverage market data to inform strategies that align with industry trends and customer needs.
Strategy Development and Implementation:
- Develop and implement comprehensive strategies to drive business success across various domains, including marketing, branding, pricing, and product development.
- Ensure alignment with organizational goals while adapting to market changes.
Cross-Department Collaboration:
- Collaborate with key departments such as technology, communications, finance, and legal to ensure the successful implementation of strategies.
- Foster a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and efficiency.
Market Monitoring:
- Continuously monitor and analyze market trends, customer feedback, competitor actions, and industry best practices.
- Stay ahead of the curve by adapting strategies based on insights gathered from these analyses.
Business Opportunity Identification:
- Identify new business opportunities and work closely with the sales team to convert leads into successful partnerships.
- Develop actionable plans to close deals that align with the company’s strategic objectives.
Performance Assessment:
- Assess the company’s operational and strategic performance by providing data-driven insights and recommendations for improvement.
- Use metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of implemented strategies.
Funding Frameworks Development:
- Create frameworks to prepare for funding rounds, focusing on sourcing and securing grants and non-equity-based funding opportunities in the USA, UK, Europe, and other global markets.
Partnership Growth Initiatives:
- Drive public and private partnerships aimed at fostering growth across B2G (Business-to-Government), B2C (Business-to-Consumer), and B2B (Business-to-Business) sectors.
Concept Note Development:
- Craft professionally written concept notes that clearly articulate project ideas to potential stakeholders and funders.
- This includes outlining project objectives, methodologies, expected outcomes, and budgetary considerations.
Strategic Direction Contribution:
- Contribute to the company’s strategic direction and vision as a key member of the leadership team.
- Participate in high-level discussions to shape the future trajectory of Talent Code Africa.
Qualifications
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Analytics, Finance, or a related field; an MBA Degree is required.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in strategic partnership development or business strategy within the EdTech sector or related industries.
- Proven track record of driving growth through successful partnerships.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with proficiency in market research methodologies.
- Excellent communication presentation, and interpersonal skills for effective stakeholder engagement.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Suite (particularly Powerpoint) is essential.
- Proficiency in data analytics tools, such as Excel, SQL, Python, etc
- Proficient in project management tools and strategies.
- Ability to work collaboratively across various departments while managing multiple priorities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
- A passion for education and innovation
- Strategic thinker with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Highly adaptable and resilient in a dynamic work environment.
- Passionate about leveraging technology to transform education locally and globally.