Growing Bussiness Foundation Recruits - Business Development Officer

Growing Bussiness Foundation is a leading platform for Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Sustained Economic Development in Nigeria, through non-governmental, non-profit operations. As part of its expansion programme, application are invited for the following positions 1. Business Development Officer - Abuja 2. Business Development Officer - Lagos Job Interview: - Identifying 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 of potential funding sources such as funding agencies, foundations and corporations. This database should include a network of contact and development strategies for each respective source - Prepare and assist in negotiating teaming agreements, MOU, sub-contracts with existing and new partners/funding agancies Work Experience: - Suitable candidates must have at least 2 years experience in proposal and bankable business plan writing. Experience in business consulting will be an added advantage Skills & Qualification: - A First Degree, MBA will be an added advantage - Excellent skills in technical writing, budgeting, research, negotiation. Must have superior verbal and written communication skills in English - Excellent quantitative & analytical skills - In-depth knowlwdge in MS Office products; woed, excel, access and powerpoint - Commitment to international development and to a value-driven work environment - Ability to travel domestically and internationally How to Apply: Interested candidates should visit www.gbfng.org for more information or forward CV and cover letter to joan@gbfng.org or erecruitment@gbfng.org Deadline is 21st of September, 2010.