Head of Business Development (Africa)

Recruiter:

Paton Personnel

Job Ref:

Karen/Khatija

Date posted:

Friday, January 17, 2025

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Market Related

SUMMARY:
An amazing opportunity to join a rapidly growing talent marketplace start-up to lead their efforts in expanding their presence in the African climate and clean energy market.

POSITION INFO:

You will lead and mentor a growing team, develop strategic relationships with key clients, and drive revenue growth across diverse sectors including DFIs, climate-focused corporations, and NGOs. Other responsibilities include identifying and pursuing new business opportunities in the climate space, overseeing the business development team by setting goals and fostering a collaborative culture, managing CRM systems and reporting on sales performance and client engagement, and standing in as a representative of the organisation in industry events.

The successful individual must possess 5-10 years of experience in heading up/managing a business unit and 8-10 years of experience in sales and business development. Experience in climate, clean energy, or development sectors, particularly across Africa is extremely advantageous.

Please note that if you do not hear back from us within two weeks, your application has been unsuccessful.

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