Job Description
- They are looking for a passionate and results-driven Growth & Partnerships Lead to join the team and drive business expansion through strategic collaborations and client acquisition.
Key Responsibilities
Lead Generation & Sales
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities, including:
- Customer journey consulting.
- Social media & digital content management.
- Media/publicity services (e.g. blog features, press exposure, and digital storytelling).
- Build and manage a consistent pipeline of potential clients.
- Prepare and deliver tailored proposals and presentations to prospective partners.
- Close deals and ensure smooth onboarding in collaboration with internal teams.
- Meet and exceed monthly and quarterly client acquisition targets.
Partnerships & Strategic Collaborations
- Develop and nurture partnerships with organizations, agencies, communities, and corporates.
- Design and pitch branded initiatives or programs that can be sponsored or co-created with partners.
- Work closely with the internal community manager to align partnerships with brand goals and audience needs.
Brand Representation & Networking
- Represent the company at key industry events, networking sessions, and client meetings.
- Serve as a visible and vocal brand advocate, increasing brand reputation and footprint.
- Build relationships with ecosystem players, founders, and decision-makers across target sectors.
Collaboration & Reporting
- Work closely with internal teams (sales, creative, community, ops) to ensure seamless delivery for new clients.
- Provide regular reports on pipeline progress, conversion metrics, and strategic opportunities.
- Maintain accurate records of outreach, meetings, and client engagement activities.
Requirements
- 2–4 years of experience in business development, partnerships, media, or digital marketing.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven track record of driving leads and closing deals.
- Strong network or understanding of the media/marketing/tech/SME ecosystem in Nigeria is a plus.
- Ability to attend in-person meetings and events (hybrid flexibility provided).
Who You Are
- A strong communicator with a background in sales, partnerships, media, or marketing.
- Someone who thrives in a fast-paced, people-driven, and entrepreneurial environment.
- Comfortable using CRM or productivity tools to track outreach and performance.
- Confident in meetings, pitches, and relationship building.
- Energetic, self-motivated, and results-oriented.
- Passionate about growing brands, solving problems, and making impactful connections.