GBF recruiting in Abuja and Lagos

Growing Business Foundation (GBF) is a leading platform for Corporate Social Responsibility (CRS) and sustained economic development in Nigeria through non-governmental, non-profit operations.

As part of its expansion programme, applications are invited for the following positions.

1.) Business Development Officer- Abuja
2.) Business Development Officer - Lagos

Job Overview

    * Identify new business and partnering opportunities
    * Business planning, presentations and budgets for development, expansion and management of specific GBF programmes across Nigeria
    * Develop and populate a non-traditional database of potential funding sources such as funding agencies, foundations and corporations. This database should include a network of contacts and development strategies for each respective source.
    * Prepare and assist in negotiating teaming agreements, Memoranda of Understanding, sub-contracts with existing and new partners/funding agencies.  

Work Experience

    * Suitable candidate must have at least 2 years experience in proposal and bankable business plan writing. Experience in business consulting will be an advantage.

Skills and Qualifications

    * A good first degree. MBA will be an advantage.
    * Excellent skills in technical writing, budgeting, research, negotiation. Must have superior verbal and written communication skills in English
    *  Excellent quantitative and analytical skills
    * In-depth knowledge of MS Office Products: Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint
    * Commitment to international development and to a values-driven work environment
    * Ability to travel domestically and internationally.
     

Application Deadline
28th September, 2010

Method of Application
Interested candidates should visit www.gbfng.org for more information or forward CV and cover letter to joan@gbfng.org or erecruitment@gbfng.org