Summary
Date Posted: Friday, July 19 2024, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

JOB DETAILS:
AltGen boasts some 100-odd years of combined experience in HR and capacity development; and is supported by a passionate team spread across the African landscape.

Our client, a biomass, steam, and thermal energy giant, is seeking a Business Development Manager to spearhead their expansion efforts across Africa. Their team, a group of highly dedicated professionals, is already making a significant impact on the continent's energy landscape.

Interested in being a part of this impact?
• Our ideal candidate has 5+ years of experience in business development in the renewable energy sector and an impressive project portfolio. You get a gold medal if you are fluent in French or African languages. Your negotiation and communication skills are killer, but most importantly, you think differently - wholistically.

Education Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in finance or economics field
• Postgraduate degree highly advantageous

Experience Requirements
• 5+ years of experience in the biomass, thermal, or steam industry
• Have worked on biomass, thermal, and/or steam projects in Africa

Responsibilities
• Market Expansion: Identify and explore new market opportunities in the renewable energy sector across Africa, focusing on biomass, steam, and thermal projects
• Strategic Partnerships: Develop and nurture relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, private sector partners, and local communities to foster strong partnerships
• Proposal Development: Lead the preparation of high-quality proposals and bids for new projects, ensuring alignment with client needs and organisational goals
• Financial Analysis: Conduct thorough financial analyses and feasibility studies to support investment decisions and secure project financing
• Sales and Revenue Growth: Drive sales initiatives and revenue growth by identifying and targeting potential clients and markets
• Project Management: Oversee the successful execution of business development projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budget and quality standards
• Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of business development professionals, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence
• Market Intelligence: Stay abreast of industry trends, market dynamics, and competitor activities to inform business development strategies and capitalise on emerging opportunities

Skills
• Creative approach to problem-solving
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Excited by the prospect of new and innovative projects
• Network of professionals within the renewable energy industry
• Passion for decarbonisation solutions


Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 60

Level of Education: Bachelor Degree

Job application procedure

Interested and qualified? Go to AltGen on www.altgen.com to apply



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