Business Development Consultant
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and Curriculum Vitae by email to [email protected] with the subject line: Business Development Consultant.
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted, please expect a response if shortlisted by 31-Mar-2023.
This role requires applicants to have the right to work in the country where this position is based.
We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in its workforce. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct market research and assessment to identify potential small and micro enterprises according to preset program criteria.
- Develop and implement outreach strategies to engage with small and micro enterprises in designated Lebanese geographical regions.
- Assess the needs of micro and small businesses and provide them with tailored support and guidance
- Manage the grant component within our program, including developing grant applications including eligibility criteria, due diligence, reviewing applications, and distributing funds to eligible applicants.
- Monitor the impact of our business interventions and liaise with management.
- Maintain excellent relationships with small and micro enterprises, as well as with other stakeholders such as local concerned bodies, government agencies and civil society actors.
- Identify opportunities for partnerships and collaborations with other organizations that could benefit the businesses in our program.
- Collect, follow-up and analyze data on the impact of our program, and use this information to inform program development and improvement.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, economics, or a related field
- At least 3 years of experience in business development or a related field, with a proven track record of success in working with small and micro enterprises.
- Knowledge of the small and micro enterprise landscape in Lebanon, including understanding of local markets, regulatory environment, and business support services
- Experience in working with grant programs, including developing grant applications and reviewing grant proposals and conducting due diligence.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong and inclusive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data to inform program development and decision-making.
- Willingness to travel locally and work in remote and peri-urban Lebanese Geographical locations.
NOTE:
Daleel Madani, the civil society network, serves as a platform for organisations to post their professional opportunities, but is not involved in the recruitment process. The hiring organisation is solely responsible for the job and candidate selection.
- Lebanon