Job Title: Growth and Partnerships Lead
Location: Lagos
Job Type: Full-time
Job Description
- We are looking to recruit a results-driven Growth and Partnerships Lead to work with our investment team in supporting exciting scale-up companies in our investment portfolio.
- You will play a key role in supporting high growth technology companies, from across the continent, on their growth and expansion challenges/goals , unlock partnerships that will be of benefit to the growth of these companies and provide support on their fundraising efforts.
- This role will be perfect for someone with a growth mindset and the natural capacity for building relationships.
- Work day-to-day with entrepreneurs across the continent to build global sustainable businesses with laser focus on customer acquisition, expansion and distribution strategies.
- Provide advisory to startups on their growth, partnerships and customer acquisition strategy.
- Provide advisory to scale-up investee companies on their expansion plans and strategy.
- Make introductions and connect portfolio companies to individuals and organizations that can unlock exciting distribution channels for these companies.
- Manage existing partnerships with corporate executives within our networks well as develop new relationships, with a focus on unlocking key growth opportunities for portfolio companies.
- Implement and execute creative ways to keep existing and new partners engaged
- Evaluate and pursue opportunities for partnerships, sponsorships and collaboration on an ongoing basis within the ecosystem
- Provide regular progress reports on startups.
- Facilitate relevant workshops/projects
Qualifications
- Educational background in Technology and/or Business-related field, with an understanding of business principles, practices, and methodologies.
- Preferably with 5+ years of working experience in Business development / strategic partnerships Management or any other related line of work.
- Entrepreneurial experience or experience supporting startups or working in a startup environment.
- Understanding of the technology and startup ecosystem
- Strong networking skills to actively be involved with startups, venture capitals, and corporates & Concern for Impact.
- Ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail
- Strong organizational, interpersonal and research skills
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft suite
- Excellent communication in English (written and oral) and interpersonal skills
- Proven ability to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment.
What We Offer
- Paid time off
- Healthcare coverage
- A highly collaborative team environment that will support your professional and personal growth
- Work alongside great talent.
- A culture of learning and innovation.
- Opportunities for career growth and training.
- Interaction with industry leaders and forward-thinking people.
- A chance to make a social difference.
- Overall fun company.
Application Closing Date
Not Specified.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online
Do you know a quality CV can help you get a good job? Let's write for you
Need more jobs like this?
Subscribe to Free Job Alerts!
Get access to High-paying jobs near you. Remember information is power!
Note: For email based Applications. To ensure you get a swift response from the Employer, kindly Email the employer, using preferrably a 'Gmail', then follow the instructions on 'How to Apply' section above. Jobmulla wishes you Good Luck
