Business Development Manager (d/f/m) - Emerging Markets Infrastructure - Fluent in French

Permanent employee, Full-time · Remote - Africa, Rwanda, Kenya

Your mission
In order to manage and expand our key relationships in the Development Infrastructure we are looking for a Business Development Manager (d/f/m) who will play an instrumental role in shaping the structure of our business development and sales success and build a foundation for future growth of our company.

In this role, you will become part of our Emerging Markets Infrastructure team and report to our Head of Business Development. 

Your responsibilities:

  • Identify, manage and expand key relationships, including taking ownership of key accounts (such as The World Bank, IFC, USAID, Governments, KfW Bank…)
  • Support our customer facing teams with a focus on shaping our sales and customer success and implement processes that enable our future growth
  • Drive recurring revenue and license sales
  • Represent VIDA at industry events, conferences, field trips, and customer meetings, leveraging your extensive network in the distributed renewable energy sector to generate new business opportunities
  • Collaborate closely with the Head of Business Development to bring user and market feedback into product development and to identify new business opportunities
Is it you we’re looking for?
• Master in Economics, Business, Energy or a related field.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in business development/sales, sustainable energy or climate sector in sub Saharan Africa. Experience working in a start-up environment and track record in software subscription sales are a plus.
• Extensive network in the distributed renewable energy sector in emerging markets.
• Experience working with or for international donors and investors (governments) are a plus.
• Proficiency in Powerpoint/Google slides and Excel/Google sheets.
• Experience working with CRM tools (e.g. Sales Force).
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) in French and English

We're, ideally, looking for a candidate who is based in Côte d'Ivoire, Senegal, Togo, Benin, Mali, Chad or Kenya.
What we offer
  • Mission: VIDA is more than just another software company. As our work goes beyond lines of code and interfaces you’ll have the chance to create tangible impact in real lives.
  • Impact & growth: It’s an exciting time to join us! Shape our success story and company culture from the ground up and see the direct influence of your work.
  • Diversity: Our team’s diversity is truly exceptional. With more than 15 nationalities on board already today and team members spread across the globe, you’ll connect and learn from a wide range of perspectives.
  • Equity: We belief in rewarding everyone who contributes to our journey. That’s why every full time team member at VIDA becomes member of our VSOP program.
  • Fully remote working & flexibility: We’re strong advocates of autonomy and flexibility. We allow you to determine when and where you get your stuff done most effectively.
  • Development budget: Use your budget of 500€ per year for your own development.
  • 28 vacation days + public holidays in your country of residence
  • Regular company events: we make it a priority to meet in person on a regular basis for strategic planning, team bonding, and moments of fun.
  • Tech & Tools: We understand the importance of having the right tools to empower your work and will provide you with the latest technology and tools. On top, you will get a 500€ setup budget for equipment of your choice.
  • Option to work from our Kigali (Rwanda) offices (Norrsken House).
Sounds exciting?
If you're passionate about leveraging the power of technology to drive meaningful social impact and joining a mission-driven environment, we would love to hear from you. Submit your application via email to jobs@vida.place or apply directly via the job advertisement.

When applying, please state your expected salary in USD/gross per a year. 

Learn more about VIDA and our current projects at vida.place or on LinkedIn.

We're looking forward to receiving your application! 
In case your experience doesn’t fit all of the criteria, make sure to get in touch anyways!
About us
VIDA is a pioneering software solution empowering infrastructure investors along the entire investment workflow from risk assessment and impact monitoring to fulfilling reporting obligations. At its core, VIDA is a state-of-the-art geospatial software platform, allowing infrastructure investors globally to identify and evaluate sites and making climate-intelligent decisions.
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