Principal Officer Business Development

Job Purpose: To lead the business development function by driving growth strategies, identifying new market opportunities, building strategic partnerships, and managing client relationships to expand the organization's footprint and revenue base. Key Responsibilities Strategy and Planning Client Acquisition and Relationship Management Partnerships and Alliances Team Leadership and Capacity Building Reporting and Performance Monitoring Job Competencies (Knowledge, Experience and Attributes / Skills). Academic Qualifications A Master's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Finance, or related field is required. Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or related field. Professional Qualifications / Membership to professional bodies Relevant certification is an added advantage. Previous relevant work experience required At least 7 years of experience in business development, project finance, or investment management, with at least 3 years in a supervisory and client-facing role. The East African Development Bank (EADB) was established in 1967 under the treaty of the then East African Cooperation. Its mandate is to provide financial and related assistance to enterprises in the member States to make a positive contribution to socio-economic development in the region. EADB is today owned by the four Member States of Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania and Rwanda as well as other development and commercial financial institutions. Being an organ of the EAC and its partnership with EAC institutions has accorded to provide it with a platform to play a catalysing role in regional integration through provision of development finance. Proven experience in working with government agencies, private sector players, and development partners in the country.