The Foundation for Partnership Initiatives in the Niger Delta (PIND) is a non-profit organization established by Chevron Corporation to provide support for socio-economic development programmes in the Niger Delta. The Foundation is funding programmes in partnership with other donors and implementing organizations from the public and private sector. PIND seeks to create a dynamic, multi-stakeholder partnership that takes full advantage of the synergies involving diverse organizations and interests.

The Foundation is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the vacant position below;

Business Development Manager
Job Location – Abuja

The position holder will improve the organization’s market position and achieve financial growth. S/he defines long-term organizational business goals, builds key relationships, identifies and develops business opportunities, negotiates and closes funding/grant opportunities. S/he will be profit-oriented and will possess extensive knowledge of current market conditions.

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Communications Officer at PIND

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Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities focusing on income generation from economic
  development services
• Research and approach private foundations & trusts, development organizations, multinationals, government agencies and other bodies to explore funding/grant opportunities
• Assist programme managers to develop business relationships with potential funding agencies, corporate partners, community organizations and other relevant stakeholders with a focus on organizational sustainability.
• Leverage the key assets and core capabilities of the Economic Development Centres in marketing and fundraising for the foundation.
• Deploy knowledge of the development marketplace and competition, in identifying and developing the foundation’s unique selling points and differentiators.
• Develop and implement marketing strategies, road shows and other options that project compelling business value for identified services to potential clients.
• Any other duty as assigned by supervisor or management.

Educational qualification
A graduate degree. A postgraduate degree is an added advantage.

Knowledge, skills & experience
 Minimum of 12 years relevant experience
 Ability to market and sell the services of a non-profit organization.
 Strong entrepreneurial skills
 Sound understanding of business development and project management principles
 Good networking, interpersonal and negotiation skills
 Excellent communication skills
 Good proposal writing skills
 Personal effectiveness and team building skills
 Excellent relationship management skills with client focus

Method of Application
Application and CV with the job title clearly indicated as the subject of the mail should be sent to; pind@rhizomeng.com. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, January 22nd, 2018