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Business Development Manager - Remote
Description
Position : Business Development Manager - Remote
Western Governors University (WGU) is a leader in online education, committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible learning opportunities. We are seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth, build strategic partnerships, and expand our market presence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Market Expansion: Identify and develop new business opportunities to enhance WGU’s reach and enrollment.
- Strategic Partnerships: Establish and manage relationships with corporate partners, institutions, and industry leaders to create collaboration opportunities.
- Sales & Revenue Growth: Develop and execute strategies to increase enrollments, sponsorships, and corporate training programs.
- Brand Awareness: Promote WGU through networking, events, and digital outreach to strengthen its presence in target markets.
- Data-Driven Decision Making: Analyze market trends, customer insights, and competitor activities to inform business strategies.
- Proposal & Contract Management: Prepare business proposals, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with institutional policies.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with marketing, admissions, and academic teams to align business development efforts with institutional goals.
Required profile for job ad : Business Development Manager - Remote
Required Profile – Skills & Qualifications:
- Business Acumen: Strong understanding of business strategy, sales, and revenue generation.
- Networking & Relationship Building: Proven ability to establish and maintain partnerships with stakeholders.
- Sales & Negotiation Skills: Ability to pitch ideas, close deals, and drive revenue growth.
- Market Analysis & Strategy Development: Experience in market research and strategic planning.
- Communication & Presentation: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to engage partners and stakeholders.
- Tech-Savvy: Proficiency in CRM tools, data analysis, and digital marketing strategies.
- Self-Motivated & Goal-Oriented: Ability to work independently and drive business objectives in a remote environment.
Education & Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, or a related field (MBA preferred).
- 2+ years of experience in business development, sales, or partnership management.
- Experience in higher education, EdTech, or online learning is an advantage.
- Proven track record of achieving growth targets and developing high-value partnerships.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Starting Salary: USD 1,000 per month (excluding allowances).
- Competitive performance-based incentives.
- Flexible remote work environment.
- Opportunity to shape the future of online education through strategic growth initiatives.
Job criteria for job ad : Business Development Manager - Remote
- Job category : HR, training
- Industries : Education, training
- Employment type : Fixed-term contract
- Region : International
- City : Remote
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Remote work :
Yes - Experience level : Less than 2 years - 2 to 5 years - 5 to 10 years - More than 10 years
- Educational level : High school - Technical school - College - HND - Bachelor - Master - Doctorate
- Number of Position(s) : 100
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Salary expectations :
ETB 70,000 - 95,000 -
Team management :
Yes
- Training
- HR Training
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Organisme employeur


Type de poste
Temps plein
Lieu du poste
Remote, Éthiopie
Date de publication
13 mars 2025
Valide jusqu’au
2 mai 2025