• Application Deadline:
• Position: Employer Partnership Deelopment Manager


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 5 years


• Location Lagos


• Job Field Human Resources / HR 
  


• Salary Range ₦200,000 - ₦300,000/month
  

The Role:

WAVE is currently seeking an Employer Partnership Development Manager who will play an instrumental role in ensuring that over 50% of our graduates obtain a paid job or an internship within one month of graduating from the program. This role is also responsible for developing new businesses with Employers for the Walk-Ins recruitment segments of our strategic goal.

The ideal candidate is a resourceful go-getter who is a strong relationship builder, excited to grow and develop, and willing to work hard to contribute to empowering youth with jobs.

Employment Type: Contract (with the possibility of a full-time)

Nature: Hybrid (Remote Work, Field Meetings, and Occasional In-House Meetings)

Salary: N150k – 250k depending on experience

Location: Yaba, Lagos

Responsibilities:

Selected applicant will be able to work remotely and independently to:

• Proactively generate leads and prospect Employer Partners for WAVE


• Engage with hospitality, retail, and service-oriented recruiters, hiring managers, and leaders in a variety of settings ranging from one-on-one meetings to large events with a focus on developing job leads for WAVE Trainees and Walk-Ins


• Build and utilize personal and professional networks to prospect new businesses


• Collaborate with relevant Units and Team Leads for the achievement of annual strategic goals and periodic targets


• Work collaboratively with the Alumni to deepen their existing employer relationships and maximize Job Shadow or Internship to-hire conversions upon graduation


• Grow and cultivate existing employer relationships by evaluating the fit and success of current trainees, alumni or walk-in candidates, always working towards mutually beneficial long-term partnerships


• Work with the Recruiting Team to improve relationships with existing employers and continue to ensure customer satisfaction.

Who We’re Looking For:

Successful candidates would have:

• A passion for working with unemployed youth, a firm belief in their potential, and a strong commitment to WAVE’s mission to empower young West Africans with skills linked to jobs.


• Experience within a recruiting, consulting, or youth job readiness organisation is an added advantage


• Comfort with proactive outreach to employers through any/all methods including networking, leveraging your personal network, attending events, and cold calling


• 5+ years of business development and sales experience


• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred


• 3+ years of professional experience in a corporate setting


• Demonstrated experience in sales and relationship management, with a proven track record of delivering results


• Excellent customer service skills with solid follow-up and follow-through practices


• Comfort with technology, ability to track work in a CRM system


• Ability to take initiative while consistently modeling professional attire, behavior, and language


• Ability to build strong relationships with multiple stakeholders including youth and corporations


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office required