Ikore, meaning “harvest” in Yoruba language, is an international development organization, proffering innovative solutions to drive sustainable social and enterprise development. Our vision is to contribute to a prosperous world that creates opportunity for a better life for all, especially the poor and vulnerable.
Experience10 – 15 years
Location Lagos
About the Role
- We are seeking a Business Solutions Lead — an elite problem solver with a razor-sharp analytical mind and a deep understanding of business ecosystems.
- This role requires a high-performing professional with experience at the level of the Big Four, capable of leading business transformation, unlocking value, and building enduring stakeholder relationships.
- The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and executing strategic business solutions, leading solicitations and proposal development, and managing relationships that drive organizational growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end problem-solving across the business, providing evidence-based, scalable solutions to operational and strategic challenges.
- Oversee the preparation, submission, and follow-up of proposals, bids, and solicitations — ensuring compliance, timeliness, and competitive positioning.
- Analyze complex business scenarios and provide actionable insights to executive leadership.
- Build, manage, and nurture strategic relationships with partners, clients, and stakeholders across sectors.
- Act as a bridge between strategy and execution — turning ideas into executable and measurable outcomes.
- Coordinate multi-disciplinary teams and ensure alignment of projects with the organization’s vision and goals.
- Represent the organization in high-level meetings, with the ability to communicate ideas persuasively and with clarity.
- Track and manage donor/partner pipeline, proposal timelines, and partnership opportunities.
Qualifications & Requirements
- A First Degree in Engineering, Economics, Business Administration, or related fields. A master’s degree or relevant professional certification (e.g. PMP, CFA, MBA) is a strong advantage.
- At least 10–15 years of experience, ideally including work in a consulting firm or equivalent strategic/business advisory role.
- Proven experience leading solicitation/proposal development processes, from opportunity identification to submission and negotiation.
- Exceptional problem-solving, analytical thinking, and business reasoning capabilities.
- Excellent stakeholder and relationship management skills, with a deep understanding of how to navigate complex ecosystems (government, private sector, donors, etc.).
- Outstanding written and spoken English; able to write compelling proposals, reports, and strategic documents.
- Highly organized, proactive, and adaptable — with the ability to work under pressure and tight timelines.
What We Offer:
- A collaborative environment that values innovation, initiative, and ownership.
- Opportunity to work on impactful projects across Nigeria and beyond.
- A competitive compensation package within the range of N1,500,000 – N2,000,000/month.
- A chance to work closely with senior leadership/board of directors and drive real change.
Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV and a brief cover letter detailing relevant experience to: [email protected] using “Nigeria Business Solutions Lead – [Your Name]” as the subject of the email.
