Sponsorship Sales & Business Development Executives at House of Aetheris - 4 Openings

House of Aetheris is a Lagos-based creative conglomerate building brands at the intersection of culture, empowerment, and excellence. Founded with a long-term vision spanning fashion, beauty, community, and cultural programming, House of Aetheris is dedicated to creating spaces where African women are seen, celebrated, and elevated.

House of Aetheris is known for its premium, values-driven approach to brand building, combining cultural intelligence with strategic vision to create experiences that outlast a single edition or event.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Sponsorship Sales & Business Development Executive

Locations: Abuja (FCT), Imo, Akesan - Lagos, and Rivers
Employment Type: Contract

Role Description

• Looking for result-driven Sponsorship Sales & Business Development Executives to join our team across Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, and Imo.
• This is a role for a Sponsorship Sales & Business Development Executive based in any of the aforementioned staes.
• The individual will be responsible for identifying and generating new business opportunities, managing client accounts, and building strong relationships with potential sponsors and partners.
• The role requires strategizing and implementing business development plans, ensuring client satisfaction, and achieving sales targets.
• Day-to-day tasks also include lead generation, crafting sponsorship proposals, conducting presentations, and fostering communication with stakeholders.

What You Will Do

• Identify and prospect corporate sponsors, SMEs, NGOs, and embassies aligned with women's empowerment
• Pitch the organisation's sponsorship deck to decision-makers via phone, email, and in-person meetings
• Negotiate and close sponsorship agreements at Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Title Sponsor tiers
• Maintain a live pipeline tracker and report weekly to the Founding Director
• Represent the organisation professionally at every touchpoint; you are the first impression
• Coordinate handoff to legal and operations once a sponsor is confirmed.

What We Are Looking For

• Proven track record in B2B sales, corporate partnerships, or NGO fundraising
• Existing network of contacts in Lagos, Abuja, Port Harcourt, or Imo corporate or development finance circles
• Comfortable working purely on commission with no guaranteed base
• Comfortable working with a Start-up
• Self-directed: you set your own meetings and manage your own pipeline
• Deep understanding of how to position a cause or brand as a sponsorship opportunity
• Proficiency in New Business Development and Lead Generation strategies
• Strong skills in Business Development and Account Management
• Excellent Communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present ideas effectively
• Ability to analyze market trends and identify sponsorship opportunities
• Proven track record of meeting sales targets and building long-term client relationships
• Experience in a related field or industry is advantageous
• Must be highly organized, self-driven, and capable of working on-site in Lagos State.

Nice to have:

• Previous experience selling sponsorships for events, sports, or media
• Familiarity with UN SDG-aligned programming and impact reporting.

Application Closing Date
30th April, 2026.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their applications to: houseofaetheris@gmail.com using "Sponsorship Executive Application" as the subject of the mail.
Or
Click here to apply online

Note

• Fill the form and send a short video telling us about one sponsorship or partnership deal you closed; what it was, how you got in the room, and what happened.