Business Developer

Description

The Business Development Specialist will play a key role in expanding the reach and impact of the African American Male Wellness Agency by identifying, developing, and securing new partnerships, sponsorships, and revenue opportunities. This individual will be responsible for executing growth strategies aligned with the agency’s mission to promote health equity and wellness in African American communities. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in business development, strong relationship-building skills, and a passion for community health and wellness initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Partnership Development: Identify and engage with corporate, nonprofit, and community partners to establish new collaborations that support agency programs and events.
• Revenue Generation: Develop strategies to secure sponsorships, grants, and contracts to meet fundraising goals, particularly for the agency’s major events like Black Men’s Wellness Day, Uplift Her, and other initiatives.
• Networking & Relationship Management: Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including sponsors, community leaders, government officials, and health organizations to advance the mission of the agency.
• Proposal Development: Draft and submit proposals to potential partners and sponsors, showcasing the agency’s programs and the value of partnership opportunities.
• Market Research: Conduct market analysis to identify trends, competitive advantages, and potential new markets or opportunities for agency expansion.
• Reporting & Metrics: Track and report on business development activities, including pipeline management, revenue growth, and partnership engagement.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree Preferred
• Experience: 3-5 years of experience in business development, sales, fundraising, or a related field, ideally within a nonprofit or healthcare environment.

Skills:

• Proven ability to secure sponsorships, partnerships, and grant funding.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Passion for improving health outcomes for African American communities.
• Proficiency in CRM software, Microsoft Office Suite, and data analytics tools.

Travel:

• Ability and willingness to travel for meetings with prospective and existing clients

Key Competencies:

• Results-Oriented: Focused on achieving measurable results, meeting goals, and driving agency growth.
• Relationship-Building: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and sustain long-term partnerships.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to analyze data, identify opportunities, and develop creative solutions for business growth.
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling pitches and proposals.