Business Development Manager

The Role

The purpose of the Business Development Manager is to support the implementation of the Lafaek Business Plan, private sector engagement, and the transition of Lafaek into a local Foundation. The role will also provide specific technical advice to support the foundation in sales and marketing, business development, social enterprise practices, market analysis, and working with the private sector. The role will lead the development of critical nonprofit and public sector partnerships to support the sustainability of the Lafaek Foundation.

The Business Development Manager directly manages three staff members and is expected to pursue a clear and compelling vision and motivate high performance.

This position is based in Dili, and travel is possibly required to other sites.

Main Responsibilities

Strategy and Leadership (15%)

• Lead, mentor, develop, and empower the Lafaek Business Development and Marketing team to support organizational objectives.
• Support developing and reviewing the Lafaek Business Development and Marketing Strategy.
• Implement the Lafaek Business Development and Marketing Strategy in alignment with Lafaek's organizational objectives.
• Develop accurate Costed Work Plans for the business development and marketing activities.

Business Development and Marketing (40%)

• Provide technical Leadership and support in business development and fund sourcing.
• Own the overall funnel from marketing to contracting.
• Implement a CRM system.
• Develop metrics and reporting on critical KPIs.
• Develop high-quality proposals for submission to donors and partners.
• Lead the implementation of the Lafaek Online interventions.

Selection Criteria

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, commerce, or related technical degree.
• Minimum four years of experience in sales and marketing in the Timor-Leste context.
• Experience in market analysis and business planning.
• Familiarity with online social media platforms.
• Proven track record in managing private sector partnerships.
• Excellent English and Tetum skills (verbal and written).

How to Apply

Interested applicants should send a CV (no longer than four pages) and cover letter via email to [email protected] OR to Human Resource unit at CARE office at Bairo Pite, Dili.