Job Vacancy at ESDEV Foundation Africa
POSITION: Business Development Officer
About the Position
Kurasa Africa TLAP is a cutting-edge EdTech platform created in collaboration with ESDEV Foundation Africa and Kurasa Africa. Our goal is to transform education, instructional methods, and school administration by offering resources that enable teachers, simplify administrative duties, and improve interactions between schools, families, and communities. We are dedicated to reshaping the educational environment throughout Africa.
Position Overview
We are looking for an energetic and outcome-oriented Business Development Officer to lead our expansion efforts. The perfect candidate will spot new business prospects, build connections with educational organizations, and promote the use of our platform. This position is essential for increasing our market presence and fulfilling our objective of educational change.
Main Duties
- Market Analysis: Perform comprehensive market research to uncover trends, customer demands, and the competitive environment, guiding strategic choices.
- Lead Generation: Discover and chase new business prospects, such as collaborations with schools, educational bodies, and various stakeholders.
- Client Relationship Management: Build and nurture robust connections with current and prospective clients, guaranteeing elevated satisfaction and involvement.
- Sales Strategy Formulation: Work alongside the leadership team to design and execute successful sales strategies customized for various markets and customer segments.
- Proposal Creation: Develop and deliver persuasive business proposals and presentations to prospective clients and collaborators.
- Performance Monitoring: Evaluate and relay information on sales performance indicators, offering insights and suggestions for enhancement.
- Collaboration Across Functions: Cooperate closely with teams in product development and marketing to ensure business development strategies align with product offerings and promotional efforts.
- Networking: Attend industry events, conferences, and seminars as a representative of Kurasa Africa TLAP to promote our platform and grow our professional connections.
Requirements & Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a similar discipline.
- 3-5 years of experience in Business Development, sales, or a related position, ideally in the EdTech or education field.
- Robust connections within Ghana’s educational landscape (public/private institutions, education authorities, teacher associations).
- Outstanding communication, presentation, and relationship-building abilities.
- Practical experience in digital marketing, brand strategy, and content development.
- Familiarity with social media, search engine optimization, and marketing strategies based on data analysis.
- Capability to operate autonomously, achieve sales/engagement goals, and adjust to a changing setting.
Why Become a Part of Our Team?
- Chance to influence educational change in Ghana.
- Work together with top EdTech professionals to expand digital education.
- Attractive salary and chances for career advancement.
Employer of Equal Opportunity
ESDEV Foundation Africa is dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination based on gender, race, ethnicity, religion, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We highly urge eligible individuals from various backgrounds to submit their applications.
How to Apply for this Job Vacancy at ESDEV Foundation Africa
Application Process: Please send your CV and cover letter to info@esdev.org by Friday, 14th March 2025, using the subject line: “Application – Business Development Officer, Kurasa TLAP”.
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