Preparation for Life Limited, PFL (Formerly Lawrie Green Education- LGE) Established since 1997, with over a decade success, PFL is an International education consultancy organisation with head office based in the UK. We provide high value service to students seeking further education in the UK and Australasia. We represent over 90 UK and Australasia institutions.

Preparation for Life Limited Nigeria is recruiting for Business Development Manager



Job details: Position: Business Development Manager for PFL
Responsible to: PFL Abuja Office Manager / Other PFL Senior Managers
Job Location: Abuja ( Northern area)

Overall purpose:
The successful candidate will work closely with local and UK based colleagues to deliver PFL’s plan of student recruitment, marketing, public relations and customer service with a view to attract and increase Nigerian student recruitment, in line with set targets and timely submission of reports. Applicant will be a credible sales professional selling PFL recruitment services to schools, companies and other relevant bodies. The role is focused mainly on increasing student numbers to be placed in all PFL partner institutions in UK, Australia and New Zealand and is suited for the person who can exploit his/her exceptional sales skills with effective and successful results.

Specific Responsibilities:
- To develop new business relationships and present PFL services to potential clients through direct communication, face to face meetings, telephone calls and emails with the objective to increase student numbers year on year.
- You will be expected to spend 60 – 80% of your time out of the office in meetings; travel may be a major factor and is predicted to be predominantly within Ghana.
- Responsible for your own lead/contacts generation and appointment setting.
- Explore market opportunities and gather useful information to serve as input for PFL Nigeria marketing strategy.
- Actively and successfully manage potential students’ generation, negotiation and handover of students/enquirers generated to the office management team.
- Possess drive, motivation and excellent attention to detail in ensuring that all recruitment opportunities to PFL are captured and explored
- Establishing effective relationships with contacts at organisations such as the British Council, British High Commission, relevant schools and colleges.
- Ensure that external and internal communications including queries and issues are handled on a timely and appropriate basis.
- Create and be accountable for all client proposals and any further documents following PFL procedure.
- To effectively interact with your team in the PFL Abuja office discussing and reporting all updates fully and correctly with the branch Manager copying the Regional Manager, Deputy Regional Manager and the Country Manager
- Keeping abreast of issues affecting PFL Abuja and its industry and collecting competitor intelligence
- Expected to confidently present tailored presentation to potential client team by effectively using power point and a range of presentation Skills
- Generally increasing Brand awareness, bringing in new customers and co-ordinating public relations efforts.
- Ensure the provision of periodic reports and special reports on general activities carried out or happening within your region
- Assume any other responsibilities that may be given by the Director, Africa / or the CEO himself

Persons Specifications Attributes/Skills Essential Desirable Education/ Qualifications:

- Graduate with degree in social sciences or arts/humanities
- Membership of relevant professional bodies Experience
- Not less than 2 years relevant business experience within an education or marketing environment at management level – – Experience or knowledge of the UK educational system
- Experience of marketing, communications or promotional work
- Experience of working with a range of senior managers and external bodies
- Experience of project and resource management Skill

Abilities
- Strong communication and report writing skills
- Good presentation Skills
- Ability to provide practical solutions within set deadlines.
- Strong analytical/problem solving skills.
- Negotiation skills
- Excellent planning and prioritization skills
- Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Applications
- Multi-tasking skills
- Knowledge of other languages
- Demonstrable IT Skills

Personal Qualities
- A person of integrity
- Creative and takes initiative.
- Able to work independently and effectively with teams
- Willing to work additional hours at crucial times.
- Self motivated person able to work as a professional
- Ability to speak Hausa will be an added advantage
- Proven Leadership Qualities

Others
- UK Passport Holder/ current UK visa holder/ visited the UK before

How to Apply
Send your CV/ application to [email protected], or [email protected]

The area: Partner Solutions Organization

Partner Solutions Organization (PSO) is a strategic partner-facing technology group at Google that develops solutions for and builds enduring relationships with Google’s largest and most important partners. Highly skilled, talented, flexible and multi-faceted PSO team members address the most pressing technology challenges our partners have – ones that have no simple answers – in order to drive distinctive partnership value.

The role: Business Development Manager

As a Business Development Manager, you will work on new product initiatives and key strategic relationships. You will be responsible to spot opportunities, evaluate inbound inquiries, build partnerships, collaborate with many internal functional groups globally, and negotiate and close business deals. You will also work with product and engineering teams on new product incubation and exploratory efforts.

You have a good business judgment and a deep interest in the internet technology industry, Google products, and Africa. You have the ability to negotiate with senior executives and a passion for putting together complex, different strategic partnerships. For instance, Google Apps, Maps, & Mobile partnerships, as well as any of the other partnership ideas that come across our desk on a daily basis.

Responsibilities:

* Identify, structure, negotiate and close large, strategic relationships with potential partners.

* Manage pipeline of multiple prospects to aggressive deadlines and successful resolution.

* Identify emerging market trends and translate these to prospects.

* Own relationship with partners at senior level ensuring partner happiness.

* Work cross-functionally within Google to ensure that revenue targets and account-based objectives are achieved.

Requirements:

* BA with degree with a strong academic record. MBA is a plus.

* Extensive experience in business development launching, closing and managing partnerships in Nigeria. Experience in business development in other countries of Sub-Saharan Africa is a plus.

* Experience developing channel programs and dealing with SMBs is a plus.

* Demonstrated ability to think strategically about complex issues and develop thoughtful recommendations and action plans.

* Strong analytical, research and financial modeling skills.

* Excellent presentation skills.

* Demonstrated ability to lead and manage multiple projects, with a broad range of internal and external constituents.

Click here to apply online.

A reputable and leading company in the Nigerian Oil and Gas, and Maritime sector wants urgently the services of the following competent and result oriented professionals:

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER
• Candidates for this position must be knowledgeable in contemporary business management in the Oil & Gas Industry, with strong leadership – and good communication skills.

Qualification:
• Must be a degree holder in any discipline preferably in Social and Science discipline
• The possession of a relevant professional quali1ication is of added advantage
• 5 years field experience in the sector is required.
• Must have ability to co-ordinate, plan and strategize with measurable track record.
• Must be ready to work in any part of the country,
• Age 30 – 45 years

Method of Application:

Interested candidates should forward their detailed applications and resumes with copies of their credentials to both:
The Advertiser,
P.O. Box 12932,
Port Harcourt, Rivers State.
And by email to: [email protected]

Deadline 10th November, 2009

Agri-Business Development Managert

Co-operative Bank of Kenya is looking for a dynamic, creative and self-driven individual to fill the vacancy hereunder. If you have the requisite skills, competences and qualities outlined, we welcome you to be part of our great vision.

Agri-Business Development Manager

Job Description:

The successful candidate will be responsible for research and development of agri-business for the Bank in liaison with other functional units.

Main Duties:

Establish business potential in the agriculture sector
Establish the current needs of the market segment, linkages with key market players and identifying specific customer needs that may require review of existing products or development of new tailor made products
Co-ordinate with key institutions relevant to agricultural sector and its value chain including Government and Development partners
Develop project concepts, proposals and business plans appropriate for the sector
Project co-ordination, implementation, monitoring and evaluation
Job Specification (Expected Skills/Attributes):

Must have excellent communication skills (oral and written) and negotiation skills
Must be strong in research and analytical skills
Advanced report writing and presentation skills
Must have project development and management skills
Excellent interpersonal/networking skills
Good personal judgement, initiative, creativity and maturity
Ability and willingness to travel widely within Kenya away from base station for extended periods of time
Must be computer literate
Age – 35 years and below
Qualifications:

Must have a Bachelors degree in either Agriculture, Agricultural Economics, Commerce or Marketing.

A post graduate Diploma in Business Development/Entrepreneurship will be an added advantage.

Experience:

A minimum of 5 years of proven track record in successful business development in the agricultural sector.

Applications accompanied by

copies of certificates,
detailed curriculum vitae,
testimonials,
current remuneration and a daytime telephone contact
Application should be forwarded to;

The Head of Human Resource & Development

P.O.Box 48231 -00100

Co-operative Bank of Kenya Ltd

Nairobi

19th October 2009

For More Information and Application, Please Visit;Co-operative Bank of Kenya Website