Senior Business Development and Strategic Partnership Manager
Organisation: Africa International Housing Show (AIHS) / Housing TV Africa
Location: Abuja, Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-Time
Position Level: Senior Management
About the Opportunity
We are seeking an ambitious, commercially driven and highly experienced Senior Business Development & Strategic Partnerships Manager to drive business expansion, build high-value corporate relationships, secure strategic partnerships and accelerate revenue growth across our media, events and housing industry platforms.
This position is designed for a high-performing professional with an exceptional ability to identify business opportunities, negotiate major commercial agreements, build influential networks and consistently deliver measurable financial results.
The successful candidate will play a leading role in expanding the commercial reach of Africa International Housing Show, Housing TV Africa and other business initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Business Development & Revenue Generation
- Develop and execute strategies to increase organisational revenue.
- Identify and secure new business opportunities across the corporate, public and international sectors.
- Generate revenue through sponsorships, advertising, exhibitions, corporate partnerships and other commercial initiatives.
- Develop and manage a strong pipeline of high-value business prospects.
- Meet and exceed agreed monthly, quarterly and annual revenue targets.
- Strategic Partnerships & Corporate Relationships
- Build relationships with CEOs, Managing Directors, government agencies, financial institutions, multinational companies and development organisations.
- Identify and negotiate mutually beneficial strategic partnerships.
- Attract local and international corporate partners to organisational programmes and platforms.
- Maintain strong relationships with existing clients and develop opportunities for repeat business.
- Sponsorship & Commercial Opportunities
- Develop compelling sponsorship and partnership proposals.
- Secure corporate sponsorships for conferences, exhibitions, television programmes, awards and other initiatives.
- Identify advertising and branded-content opportunities for Housing TV Africa.
- Expand exhibitor participation and commercial partnerships for Africa International Housing Show.
- Negotiate and close major business transactions.
- Market Expansion & Business Strategy
- Identify new markets, commercial opportunities and potential revenue streams.
- Develop strategies for attracting international exhibitors, investors and business partners.
- Conduct market intelligence and competitor analysis.
- Represent the organisation at high-level business meetings, conferences and industry events.
- Performance & Accountability
- Develop business development plans with measurable revenue targets.
- Prepare regular reports on sales pipelines, business opportunities and closed transactions.
- Maintain effective client relationship management systems.
- Work closely with management, marketing and events teams to achieve organisational growth objectives.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Economics, Communications or a related discipline. An MBA or relevant professional qualification is an advantage.
- Minimum of 7 years' relevant experience, including significant responsibility for business development, corporate sales, sponsorships or strategic partnerships.
- Proven track record of securing high-value commercial deals and achieving revenue targets.
- Strong network of corporate decision-makers and business leaders.
- Excellent negotiation, presentation, relationship management and communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to independently originate, develop and close business opportunities.
- Experience in media, exhibitions, conferences, real estate, financial services or corporate marketing will be an added advantage.
- Strong leadership, strategic thinking and commercial problem-solving abilities.
Who We Are Looking For
We are particularly interested in professionals who:
- Have a strong record of generating substantial business revenue.
- Can open doors to major corporate organisations and decision-makers.
- Have successfully negotiated sponsorships and corporate partnerships.
- Understand how to convert business relationships into sustainable commercial opportunities.
- Are proactive, target-driven, accountable and comfortable working with senior executives.
- Can demonstrate verifiable business achievements from previous employment.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to work with established African housing, media and business platforms.
- Exposure to influential industry leaders, international organisations and corporate decision-makers.
- Competitive remuneration commensurate with experience.
- Performance-based incentives linked to agreed business results.
- Opportunities for professional growth and international business engagement.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates should submit:
- An updated CV.
- A brief cover letter highlighting relevant business development achievements.
- Examples of significant partnerships, sponsorships or commercial transactions successfully secured.
Application Email: employmenthousingtv@gmail.com
Only candidates with demonstrable business development achievements are encouraged to apply.
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