Business Development & Marketing Manager

Posted : 2026-02-04
Closing : 2026-03-04
Position Scope

Job Title: Business Development & Marketing Manager
Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Job Purpose.
A fast-growing professional services and foundation organization is seeking a high-performing, results-driven Business Development & Marketing Manager to lead and execute all business development and marketing activities across both its commercial and foundation operations. 

Job Description

1. Business Development & Growth

  • Lead and manage all business development activities across both the commercial entity and the foundation.
  • Develop and implement growth strategies to drive revenue and organizational expansion.
  • Identify, pursue, and convert new business opportunities across various sectors.
  • Build, manage, and track a strong business development pipeline.
  • Drive the full BD cycle from lead generation to deal closure.

2. Marketing Strategy & Brand Visibility

  • Develop and execute marketing strategies to strengthen brand presence.
  • Oversee digital marketing, social media, branding, events, and promotional activities.
  • Coordinate marketing initiatives for both commercial services and foundation programs.
  • Ensure consistent brand messaging across all platforms.

3. Partnerships & Strategic Engagements

  • Identify and develop strategic partnerships with corporate organizations, NGOs, and professional bodies.
  • Represent the organization in forums, conferences, and networking engagements.
  • Support partnership development for foundation programs, training, and outreach initiatives.

4. Proposals, Tenders & Business Pitches

  • Identify and pursue tenders, proposals, EOIs, and partnership opportunities.
  • Lead the preparation of compliant, competitive, and high-quality submissions.
  • Develop customized proposals, presentations, and business pitches.
  • Track and report on proposal and tender performance.

5. Reporting & Performance Management

  • Prepare and submit weekly and monthly business development and marketing performance reports.
  • Track performance against targets and recommend strategic growth actions.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Business, Commerce, or a related field (MANDATORY).
  • Strong marketing background and professional qualification in Marketing is highly preferred.
  • 5–8 years’ experience in business development and marketing.
  • Proven track record in revenue growth, partnerships, and brand expansion.
  • Strong communication, negotiation, research, and presentation skills.
  • Proficiency in MS Office, CRM tools, and digital marketing platforms.
  • Highly proactive, organized, target-driven, and able to work under pressure.
  • Ability to manage business development for both commercial and foundation environments.

Skills