Director of Business Development

Relocation to GHANA

A growing technology and infrastructure-focused organization is seeking a Business Development Director to lead strategic growth initiatives, drive new business opportunities, and manage key client relationships across multiple sectors.

This is a highly visible role reporting directly to the Group CEO and combining strategic business development, commercial leadership, and long-term partnership management.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities aligned with the company’s strategic goals across multiple sectors.

• Lead the full business development and sales cycle, including relationship development, negotiations, and execution of commercial agreements.

• Initiate, develop, and oversee strategic projects from early-stage opportunity through successful implementation.

• Build and maintain strong long-term relationships with key clients, partners, and decision-makers.

• Manage customer relationships across business, marketing, sales, and public-facing activities to ensure high levels of satisfaction and collaboration.

• Support post-sale relationship management and help drive future growth opportunities within existing accounts.

• Oversee and support collection processes related to active projects and commercial engagements.

• In the coming months, this role will also oversee the transition of operational responsibilities for the security sector into the commercial division.

Requirements

• Proven experience in business development, commercial leadership, or strategic sales roles.

• Strong negotiation and relationship management skills with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and decision-makers.

• Experience managing complex projects and leading cross-functional initiatives.

• Demonstrated ability to identify, develop, and close new business opportunities.

• Strong commercial and financial understanding, including revenue growth and profitability management.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to operate strategically while remaining hands-on in execution.

Success Metrics

• New business and sales growth

• Profitability of new projects

• Customer satisfaction and relationship development

• Collection and financial performance of active projects

• Strengthening the company’s market position and brand reputation

• Achievement of annual growth and performance targets