Business Development Manager (Gig/Freelance Projects) at Taskly Africa - Business Development Manager (Gig/Freelance Projects)

We are looking for a driven operator who can bring in U.S. based remote freelance projects/jobs and ensure they get delivered well.

This role owns the full cycle. You will source freelance (platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, Freelancer, TaskRabbit, or similar platforms) and contract projects/jobs, close deals, and coordinate execution with a distributed team.

You are measured by one thing: consistent revenue from completed projects.

What You Will Do

Business Development (Primary Focus)


Source United States freelance, contract remote projects/jobs from platforms, clients, and partners
Build and manage a steady pipeline of opportunities
Reach out to prospects and pitch our services
Grow monthly project volume and revenue


Operations & Delivery


Assign projects to the right freelancers or internal team members
Coordinate timelines, scope, and deliverables
Track progress and ensure deadlines are met
Maintain quality control across all projects
Handle client communication during execution


What You Own


Monthly project volume
Revenue generated
Project success rate (on time, on budget, quality)
Client satisfaction and repeat business


Who You Are


Strong closer. You know how to find and win work
Organized. You can manage multiple projects at once
Clear communicator. You handle clients and teams with confidence
Resourceful. You know how to get things done without hand-holding
Comfortable working with freelancers and remote teams


Preferred Experience


Experience with platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, Freelancer, or similar
Background in business development, sales, or agency work
Experience managing freelance or contract-based teams
Proven track record of generating revenue or closing deals


Compensation


Monthly salary + Performance-based
Percentage of monthly revenue generated (commission)
Additional incentives based on volume and retention


Why This Role Matters

This role drives growth. You are directly responsible for bringing in work and turning it into revenue.