Business Development Officer

Brief Description and Purpose of the Position

Responsible for driving revenue growth and expanding market share through strategic sales initiatives and new business opportunities in Government. Will lead a high-performing team to achieve sales targets, establish strong relationships with key clients and partners, and identify avenues for business expansion. Will involve developing and executing comprehensive Government Area Head strategies to drive sustainable growth and profitability.

Key Responsibilities:

• Workforce Management- Ensure the success of the sales team and the achievement of business goals
• Critical Thinking - Enables them to analyze situations, evaluate options, and make informed decisions that drive business growth.
• Planning and Organizing - Planning and organizing are foundational skills for an Area Head, as they are responsible for setting strategic direction, coordinating activities, and ensuring that the sales team operates efficiently
• Customer Focus - Drives customer satisfaction, loyalty, and ultimately, business growth

Qualification Standards

• Education - Bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, or related field; MBA preferred.
• Experience - Proven track record of success in account management, customer success, or related roles, with a minimum of [5] years of experience.
• Training - Internal Process and procedures orientation
• Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team to achieve results.
• Strategic thinking and analytical abilities, with a focus on driving business growth and profitability.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and establish credibility with clients and partners.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and executing comprehensive Government Area Head strategies.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities and requirements.
• Proficiency in using CRM software, sales automation tools, and other relevant technologies.
• Results-oriented mindset with a passion for exceeding targets and delivering exceptional customer experiences.
• Commitment to maintaining professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality in all business dealings.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Promotion to permanent employee

Experience:

• Account Management: 5 years (Required)
• Government-related projects: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person