Lead

Roles

• Work closely with Sr. Vice president to manage his calendar, organise group meetings, maintain knowledge repository system.

• Support in executing the business development strategy to expand EI's reach and impact with CSO, governments and grantmakers.

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with existing partners to ensure mutual success and continued collaboration.

• Collaborate with internal teams to align partnership objectives with organizational goals and initiatives.

• Monitor industry trends and competitor activities to identify new growth opportunities and stay ahead of the curve.

• Represent EI at industry events, conferences, and networking forums to promote brand awareness and partnership opportunities.

Requirements

Must Have

• Exemplary written and verbal communication skills in the English language.

• Excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative mindset, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams.

• Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive approach to identifying and capitalizing on opportunities.

Good to Have

• Previous experience in business development, partnerships, or related fields (communications/marketing/PR).

• Strong negotiation and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels.

• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and develop actionable plans to achieve business objectives.

• Ability to build flexible and agile financial models on Microsoft Excel or similar platforms.

• Experience in responding to procurement opportunities such as submitting government tenders, etc.

Knowledge, Experience & Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, education, social sciences, or a related field. Master's degree preferred.

• Strong negotiation and communication skills.

• Proven track record of managing complex partnerships and driving revenue growth.

• Knowledge of the education sector and key stakeholders is preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel). Skills in design software such as Canva preferred.