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Business Development Officer – Monitoring, Evaluation and Data Systems - Lilongwe
Position : Business Development Officer – Monitoring, Evaluation and Data Systems - Lilongwe
Role Overview
We are seeking a driven and knowledgeable Business Development Officer – Monitoring, Evaluation and Data Systems to lead market engagement and client acquisition for our information management solutions focused on Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E), project tracking, and data systems.
This role is best suited for a professional with a strong understanding of M&E frameworks, data management, and development program operations, who can confidently engage organizations and demonstrate how digital systems improve reporting, compliance, and performance management.
Key Responsibilities
Business Development & Client Acquisition
- Identify and engage NGOs, INGOs, donor-funded projects, and government programs that require structured M&E and data management systems
- Lead direct outreach through meetings, walk-ins, referrals, and presentations
- Build and maintain a database of prospective organizations and decision-makers
- Manage the sales pipeline from initial engagement to onboarding
Solution Positioning & Demonstrations
- Present digital M&E and data management solutions in a way that addresses real operational challenges
- Translate technical system capabilities into practical benefits for project, M&E, and finance teams
- Conduct tailored demonstrations aligned to donor reporting and compliance requirements
Stakeholder Engagement
- Engage with M&E Managers, Project Managers, Program Directors, and Finance Managers
- Participate in sector meetings, workshops, and development forums
- Support partnerships with consultants, NGOs, and implementing partners
Reporting & Coordination
- Track leads, meetings, demonstrations, and conversions
- Prepare regular business development progress reports
- Work closely with technical teams during client onboarding and pilots
Required profile for job ad : Business Development Officer – Monitoring, Evaluation and Data Systems - Lilongwe
Required Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Monitoring & Evaluation, Development Studies, Economics, Statistics, Information Systems, or a related field
- At least 3 years of experience in M&E, data management, project management, or development programming
- Strong understanding of indicators, results frameworks, and data collection processes
- Experience working within NGOs, government programs, or donor-funded environments
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strong grasp of M&E concepts and data systems
- Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement skills
- Ability to articulate digital solutions in non-technical language
- Self-driven with strong organizational and follow-up skills
Job criteria for job ad : Business Development Officer – Monitoring, Evaluation and Data Systems - Lilongwe
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Job category :
IT, new technologies - Marketing, communication -
Industries :
IT, software engineering, Internet - Marketing, communication, media - Research and development - Social, public and human services - Employment type : Fixed-term contract
- Region : Lilongwe
- City : Lilongwe
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Remote work :
No - Experience level : 2 to 5 years - 5 to 10 years - More than 10 years
- Educational level : Bachelor - Master - Doctorate
- Spoken language :
english > fluent - Number of Position(s) : 2
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Team management :
No
- Data Collection
- Data Management
- Data analysis
- M&E
- Reporting
- Business Development
- Digital Marketing
- Marketing
- Positioning
- Communication
- Tracking
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