Business developer

Responsibilities:

Market research strategy:

Identify new opportunities: new specialties, underserved areas, telemedicine, diagnostics, insurance partnerships Analyze competitors, patient needs, funding trends, and health policies Spot gaps: e.g., "Lagos mainland needs more dialysis centers" or "corporates need annual staff health checks"

Partnerships and relationship building:

Build ties with HMOs, insurance companies, NGOs, government agencies, and corporate clients for staff health plans Partner with pharmacies, labs, hospitals for referrals and service agreements Collaborate with international donors, NGOs, and health programs for grants/projects

Sales and revenue growth:

Pitch hospital services, medical devices, health tech platforms, or pharma products to clinics, schools, companies Negotiate contracts with HMOs, employers, and suppliers Drive adoption of new services: e.g. launching a new radiology unit or telehealth app

Product/service development

Work with doctors and ops teams to design new service packages: maternity bundles, chronic care programs, wellness screenings Help adapt offerings to meet NAFDAC, NHIA, and other regulatory requirements

Brand and community engagement:

Organize health outreaches, medical fairs, and CSR programs to build trust Represent the organization at health conferences, with government, and with stakeholders Educate the market about new treatments, tech, or preventive care

Compliance and data:

Ensure all partnerships and marketing follow medical ethics + health regulations Track KPIs: patient volume, revenue, partnership ROI, and report to leadership

Requirements:

A minimum of 3 years of experience  A minimum of a degree in a related field  Strong networking, communication, and interpersonal skills. Excellent negotiation and stakeholder management abilities. Good understanding of healthcare systems and industry practices. Knowledge of relevant healthcare regulations and compliance requirements. Ability to analyze data and use insights to support informed decision-making.