Peace Shapers is a registered nonprofit organization in Nigeria with a clear mission: to tackle school violence and empower children as proactive peace-builders through peace education, advocacy,and service-learning initiatives.
Experience
Location Abuja
Role Summary
- We are seeking a Business Development Lead to drive partnerships, institutional engagements, and revenue growth for Peace Shapers.
This role is not about cold selling. It is about:
- opening doors,
- positioning Peace Shapers as a trusted authority,
- translating our work into clear value for school leaders, and
- converting interest into structured engagements.
Key Responsibilities
Institutional Partnerships
- Identify and engage private schools, school groups, NGOs, faith-based institutions, and education networks.
- Build relationships with school proprietors, principals, and administrators.
- Follow up on proposals, letters, and presentations professionally.
Sales & Revenue Growth
- Convert enquiries into paid programmes and consulting engagements.
- Clearly communicate Peace Shapers’ packages (Entry, Deepening, Transformation).
- Support pricing conversations and scope engagements appropriately.
Strategy & Market Insight
- Provide feedback on market resistance, objections, and decision dynamics.
- Help refine offers based on what schools actually respond to.
- Track leads, conversions, and pipeline status.
Collaboration
- Work closely with the Executive Director on positioning, proposals, and strategy.
- Occasionally support content ideas that build authority and trust.
Who This Role Is For
- Someone who understands schools as institutions, not just customers.
- Comfortable speaking with senior decision-makers.
- Patient, strategic, and relationship-oriented.
- Able to sell systems and long-term value, not quick fixes.
Preferred Background
- Business development, partnerships, sales, consulting, or institutional relations.
- Experience in education, NGOs, social enterprises, or professional services is a plus.
- Strong communication and follow-up skills.
Method of Application
Interested candidates should submit the following documents to [email protected]:
- A brief cover letter outlining your interest in the position and relevant experience.
- A current resume or CV.
