Manager Business Development

Overview

Strategic Responsibilities

• Develop business cases for new products and pricing strategies, including financial evaluation (budgets, expenditures, IRR, payback period, etc.).
• Formulate strategic partnerships and alliances with business councils, embassies, law firms, and other stakeholders to strengthen ADAFZ’s market position.
• Collaborate with government entities and industry associations to influence beneficial policy or initiatives for ADAFZ and its stakeholders.
• Represent ADAFZ at conferences, trade shows, and networking events locally and internationally to promote investment opportunities.
• Assess and report on the effectiveness of business development strategies and marketing campaigns in coordination with the marketing team.

Operational Responsibilities

• Evaluate financial feasibility of product development, including ROI, budgets, R&D costs, and P&L projections.
• Lead end-to-end project management for investment attraction initiatives, ensuring timely delivery of project milestones within scope and budget.
• Act as the focal point for coordination with internal departments such as CP&C, Procurement, Facilities Management, Finance, and Airport Operations.
• Support stakeholders with master planning, infrastructure, and construction-related requirements by coordinating with technical teams and relevant departments.
• **Requirements and Skills**

Education & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Experience

• Minimum of 9 years of relevant experience.
• At least 3 years in a managerial role in a similar function, preferably within investment attraction or related environments.

Core Competencies

• Strategic thinking
• Relationship management
• Project management
• Analytical skills
• Leadership and team development

Additional Advantages

• Fluency in languages other than English is an added advantage.
• Strong business network and proven market knowledge in relevant sectors/regions is highly desirable.