Business Development Manager

Business Development ManagerABOUT THE ROLEJouri for Research and Consulting is recruiting a Business Development Manager (BDM) on behalf of a leading international development consultancy. The BDM will play a strategic role in driving business growth across the MENA, Europe and African regions by securing new opportunities, building partnerships, and positioning the firm as a trusted partner to major international donors.The successful candidate will manage the full business development cycle — from pipeline development and capture planning to proposal submission and client engagement — ensuring the firm maintains its competitive edge in a fast-evolving consulting landscape.BD management Responsibilities:* Facilitating development of the Business Development strategy and operational plan for the firm * Managing all aspects of the bidding process (technical and financial tenders in coordination with the commercial lead). * Coordinating and implementing the preparation and submission of key proposals. * Collaborating with Head of MEAL, Founding Director and the managing partner to drive the opportunity pipeline, including identifying bidding opportunities and advising on Go/No-Go decisions * Monitoring and guiding the bidding process and strategy for success. * Expanding our network and marketing our firm to secure external partnerships and associates. * Coordinating the work of the Business Development team (both internal and external resources) * Maintaining and continually enhancing our proposal processes, systems, tools * Support the firm in determining strategic directions and identifying priority opportunities and countries. * Research and identify new business opportunities - including new markets, growth areas, trends, customers, partnerships, products, and services - or new ways of reaching existing markets. * Serve as a resource for executive leadership for developing practice areas and strategy, relationship management, SOPs, staff capacity building, and client diversification. * Strategic Leadership and People Management.Marketing Responsibilities:* Build relationships with clients and with potential partner organizations. * Assist in marketing and public relations efforts to promote company services and capabilities to current and potential clients, partners, and consultants. * Attend seminars, conferences, and events where appropriate, and meet with customers/clients face to face or over the phoneQualifications and Experience* At least 3 years working in business development, preferably within a development consultancy organization, facilitating the development of business development strategy, overseeing the preparations of technical and financial business tenders * Comprehensive experience in designing and implementing projects relating to humanitarian interventions with strong experience in business development for opportunities related to third-party monitoring and external evaluations for interventions implemented by humanitarian actors and programmed supported by the EU and other donors. * Excellent understanding of the international development landscape, including knowledge of the business/procurement processes of at least one client system (International Financial Institutions, UN agencies, bilateral agencies, other) * Clear and concise writing style in English; and in other official languages of the UN is desirable * Excellent organization skills with strong attention to detail * Ability to manage and work in a team, including working with staff and partners from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures. * Time management skills and an ability to prioritize in times of heavy workload * Excellent IT skills, including high level of competence with Microsoft Office * An understanding of the planning, budgeting, and execution needs of research, monitoring and evaluation, strategic planning and capacity building projects * Post-graduate degree and academic credentials or equivalent experience.LOCATIONThe position will be fully remote with a preference for those in the MENA region.WHY APPLY?This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic international consultancy, working at the forefront of development programming. As Business Development Manager, you will play a strategic leadership role in shaping the firm’s future impact, building influential partnerships, and contributing to sustainable solutions for some of today’s most pressing challenges.HOW TO APPLYAPPLICATION PROCESSInterested candidates should submit their CV and cover letter to Jouri for Research and Consulting by filling in the link:https://ee-eu.kobotoolbox.org/x/HTy9DGgf📅 Deadline: Friday, 24th April