GBF is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workplace diversity.
GBF is currently seeking application for the below vacancy:



VACANCIES ANNOUNCEMENT


Growing Businesses 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, 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 & QUALIFICATION

• 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.

Interested candidates should forward CV and cover letter to joan@gbfng.org or erecruitment@gbfng.org within 2 weeks of publication.

HR/Admin Office

Growing Businesses Foundation
60, Norman Williams Street
South - West Ikoyi
Lagos
Nigeria.

A normal working week of 40 hours, Monday to Friday would apply. However occasional evening and weekend work may be required.

Click here to apply online