- Identify and establish partnerships with corporations, government agencies, NGOs, and international donors to co-develop customized training programs (e.g., upskilling, apprenticeships, workforce development).
- Lead proposal writing and pitch presentations to secure funding, sponsorships, and contract-based training projects.
- Analyze regional labor market trends and align course offerings with employer needs (e.g., IT, hospitality, healthcare, green energy).
- Develop and implement long-term growth strategies to increase enrolment, revenue, and brand recognition.
- Collaborate with curriculum design team to ensure training programs meet industry standards and certification requirements.
- Represent the training centre at industry forums, trade shows, education summits, and policy dialogues.
- Manage relationships with key stakeholders including employers, alumni, and public sector entities.
- Monitor competitor activity and benchmark best practices in vocational training across the region.
- Prepare quarterly business reports and forecasts for senior leadership.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business Administration, Education Management, Public Policy, or related field. Minimum 5–10 years of experience in business development, partnership management, or program coordination within the education, skills development, or nonprofit sector. Proven track record of securing contracts, grants, or corporate partnerships. Excellent negotiation, presentation, and networking skills. Strong understanding of national skills development frameworks and donor-funded education initiatives (e.g., ILO, UNDP, World Bank projects). Experience working with government ministries or private sector employers on workforce development is highly desirable. Advanced proficiency in proposal writing, financial modeling, and stakeholder mapping. Fluent in English and local language(s); ability to communicate across diverse cultural contexts. Increase in employer satisfaction and placement rates