Rwanda Internet Community and Technology Alliance (RICTA) is a not-for-profit organization representing the Rwanda Internet community whose main objective is to manage the .RW Country Code Top Level Domain (cc-TLD) and Rwanda Internet exchange point.

RICTA would like to recruit a suitably qualified candidate to fill the position of Business Development Manager.

Job Description

The main tasks of the Business Development Manager are:

• Brainstorming with the team to create new project strategies.
• Executing a consultative approach to attract profitable business across industrial sectors as well as maximizing opportunities to achieve financial targets.
• Leading Business projects planning sessions
• Identifying sales and services that would appeal to new clients
• Managing project progress and adapt work as required
• Ensuring projects meet deadlines
• Managing relationships with clients and stakeholders
• Designing and signing off on projects
• Overseeing all incoming and outgoing project documentation.
• Designing risk mitigation plan
• Researching the market and industry trends
• Deliver the highest level of customer service on behalf of the company
• Arranging business meetings and one-on-one conversations with prospective clients
• Negotiating Partnership contracts in line with growing partnership and financial base.
• Making professional decisions in a fast-paced environment
• Conducting project review and creating detailed reports for management

Responsibilities

• Improve the organization’s market position and achieve financial growth.
• He/she will define long-term organizational strategic goals, builds key customer relationships, identifies business opportunities, and maintains extensive knowledge of current market conditions.

Required Academic Qualifications, Competencies, and Skills.

• Bachelor’s degree in business, administration, or related field
• Five to seven years of previous experience in business development, projects development, management, customer service, administration, or related field
• Goal-oriented, organized team player
• Eager to expand the company with new sales, clients, and territories
• Able to analyze data and sales statistics and translate results into better solutions
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to multi-task, prioritize, and manage time effectively
• Self-motivated and self-directed
• Experienced at compiling and following strict budgets
• Experienced at preparing and presenting quarterly goals and forecasts for future projects
• Comfortable in both a leadership and team-player role
• Creative problem solver who thrives when presented with a challenge
• Demonstrated and proven sales results
• Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel)
• Abide by all non-compete/solicit agreements