Sponsorship & Business Development Officer at Smart Partners

Job Overview

Location
Lagos, Lagos
Job Type
Full Time
Date Posted
6 months ago

Additional Details

Job ID
110164
Job Views
60

Job Description






Job Summary




  • We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sponsorship and Business Development Manager to join our team.

  • The ideal candidate will have a strong network of potential sponsors, such as banks, drinks companies, FinTech, and others.

  • This role requires someone who can effectively package our events into sponsorable properties, maintain relationships, and secure funding for the company’s range of events.



Responsibilities

Sponsorship Acquisition:




  • Package events into attractive sponsorship opportunities.

  • Create compelling sponsorship proposals and presentations.

  • Identify and target potential sponsors from relevant industries.



Outreach and Networking:




  • Conduct regular outreach to potential sponsors and follow up on leads.

  • Build and maintain relationships with existing and potential sponsors.

  • Attend industry events and network to build new relationships.

  • Regularly update and manage the CRM system to track sponsorship leads, relationships, and event funding status.



Event Coordination:




  • Collaborate with the events team to ensure sponsor requirements are met.

  • Coordinate with sponsors to ensure successful event execution as needed.



Reporting and Analysis:




  • Provide updates to sponsors on event progress and outcomes.

  • Track and report on sponsorship acquisition and retention metrics.

  • Provide feedback and insights on sponsorship strategies and performance.



Ideal Candidate Profile




  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in sponsorship sales, business development, or a related role.

  • Proven track record of securing sponsorships in the creative, culture, or events space.

  • Strong network of potential sponsors, particularly in banks, drinks companies, and fintech startups.

  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

  • Ability to manage CRM and build new relationships.

  • Highly organized with strong project management skills.

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.

  • Passion for African culture, fashion, art, and design is a plus.



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