Job Description

Overview
Our client equips Africa’s Corporate organizations and individuals with the skills and tools to thrive in today’s workforce. They design and deliver customized training solutions that transform, empower, and inspire their partners across Africa and beyond. Our client is seeking a results-oriented Marketing & Business Development Associate to spearhead their growth strategy.

Role Summary

This role combines client relationship management, business expansion, and innovative marketing, while fostering strong cross-departmental collaboration to strengthen Blossom Corporate Training’s market presence.

Responsibilities

• Drive business development by identifying, pursuing, and closing new client opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate organizations, government agencies, and institutional partners.
• Develop and implement integrated marketing strategies across digital and offline platforms.
• Lead proposal development, contract negotiations, and bid submissions.
• Oversee content creation, campaigns, and events to boost brand visibility and thought leadership.
• Track, analyse, and report on sales and marketing performance metrics to measure Return On Investment.
• Collaborate with leadership on strategic initiatives, including market expansion, new service offerings, and cross-functional projects.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies, financial standards, and data privacy requirements.
• Manage client contracts and negotiations to secure and sustain successful partnerships.

Required Skills or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, Business, or related field (Master’s degree is an advantage).
• Minimum of 5 years’ proven experience in business development and/or marketing, ideally within education, training, or capacity-building institutions.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in digital marketing tools and techniques.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, with the ability to effectively manage small teams.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Opportunities for growth and professional development.
• A dynamic, purpose-driven work environment with tangible social impact

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.