Business Development Specialist

About the role

A Business Development Specialist is needed in Harare, Zimbabwe. The role focuses on growing the customer base, building partnerships and driving revenue through research, strategy and relationship work.

Key responsibilities

• Research market trends, competitor activity and emerging markets, and identify new business opportunities and partnerships
• Develop and implement revenue-growth strategies aligned with the company's strategic goals
• Build and maintain relationships with existing clients and potential customers and partners
• Create and deliver presentations and proposals, coordinating with the marketing team to close deals
• Negotiate terms, prepare proposals and manage existing contracts
• Work with customer service, learning, IT, marketing, registry, admin and finance teams
• Monitor and report performance and key metrics to senior management

Required profile

• Undergraduate degree in a business-related field
• At least 3 years' experience in a similar role
• A Master's degree in a business field or a professional marketing qualification is an added advantage

Required skills

• Communication with clients and internal teams and relationship building
• Analyzing market data and identifying trends and opportunities
• Strategy development and negotiation of contracts and agreements
• Project management and tracking progress