Business Development Manager - Nairobi, Kenya - AltGen
Description
ABOUT THE COMPANY
LEADERS IN RENEWABLE ENERGY, TECHNOLOGY & SUSTAINABILITY
RECRUITMENT, EMPLOYMENT & CONSULTING SERVICES IN AFRICA
JOB SUMMARY
The perfect fit for this role should have 6+ years of experience in closing carbon credit deals alongside a Master of Business Management (MBM) and/or Master of Business Administration (MBA).Through this experience, you should have established an international network within the heavy carbon emitter sovereign states. These could include high carbon emitter states such as Saudi Arabi, the United States, Australia, Japan, and India. Tell us all about your exceptional track record of closing large ticket size deals with these heavy hitters.This rapidly changing landscape demands an individual who can quickly adapt to international policy changes by implementing comprehensive business development strategies, and effectively mapping the market through business intelligence. By securing this role, you would become a crucial part of a company that has successfully contributed to global social and environmental transformation.Education RequirementsA bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field (BCom, Business Management, Economics)MBA is beneficialExperience Requirements6+ years of sales experience in the carbon offset industryAn established international network of wealthy Sovereign state entities as well as major (carbon-heavy) private playersA proven track record of successful carbon credit deals (large scale ticket sizes)Marketing experience highly desirableSkillsExceptional team-development capabilitiesExcellent communication and administrative capabilitiesProven proficiency in CRM platformsAbility to comfortably engage and close deals with high-profile stakeholders.Strong attention to detail and easily adaptable to fast-changing industry trends
RESPONSIBILITIES
Closing carbon credit dealsEstablished network of wealthy sovereign statesExcellent track-record of stakeholder engagement (international clients)Developing, overseeing, and ensuring the most efficient use of various sales methodologies and toolsEstablish consistent and expandable sales procedures
REQUIRED SKILLS
Negotiation, Market research, intelligence, Business development, Partnerships, Team leadership
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Bachelor's degree