Business Development Specialist-Badaro

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Main Tasks:

• Engage with government agencies, financial institutions, and business development organizations
• Conduct market research to understand MSME trends, challenges, and opportunities.
• Develop selection criteria for MSMEs and SEED funding beneficiaries based on project goals and sustainability potential.
• Evaluate MSME and SEED funding candidates’ applications and conduct interviews to assess business feasibility.
• Shortlist MSMEs and SEED funding candidates for support based on financial viability, market potential, and legal status.
• Assess MSME and SEED funding beneficiaries’ needs through field visits, surveys, and interviews.
• Develop materials for awareness sessions on business registration and compliance.
• Coordinate with field teams and community leaders to ensure outreach effectiveness.

Implementation:

• Conduct in-depth business assessments for selected MSMEs and SEED funding beneficiaries.
• Provide tailored recommendations and action plans for business growth.
• Identify necessary technical and financial support mechanisms.
• Organize awareness sessions on legal registration and formalization benefits.
• Conduct regular field visits to track MSMEs and SEED funding progress.
• Offer on-site business advisory services to MSMEs and SEED funding beneficiaries

Documentation:

• Maintain a database of supported MSMEs and SEED funding beneficiaries, including business profiles and development plans.
• Document training sessions, awareness campaigns, and MSME/ SEED funding Beneficiaries interactions.
• Record details of MSMEs that formalize their businesses post-support.
• Maintain records of financial and technical assistance provided.
• Document success stories and lessons learned from MSME interventions.
• Develop best practice guidelines for MSME and SEED funding beneficiaries business growth.
• Provide data-driven insights on business growth and sustainability.

Coordination:

• Collaborate with the Project Coordinator to align MSME/ SEED funding support activities with project objectives.
• Work closely with field teams to ensure effective MSMEs/ SEED funding identification, assessment, and support delivery.
• Coordinate with the monitoring and evaluation (M&E) team to track progress and impact.

Reporting:

Prepare monthly and quarterly reports on MSME/ SEED funding selection, support activities, and impact.

​​​​Qualification:

Education:

University degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a related field (Master’s degree is a plus).

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in business development, MSME support programs, or market analysis.
• Experience in financial and technical advisory for small businesses.

Behavioral competence:

• Analytical Thinking & Problem-Solving – Ability to assess business challenges, develop strategic solutions, and make data-driven decisions.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills – Strong verbal and written communication to engage with MSMEs, stakeholders, and partners while effectively delivering training and presentations.
• Adaptability & Resilience – Ability to work in dynamic environments, respond to challenges, and maintain professionalism under pressure.
• Ethical Conduct & Organizational Skills – Upholds transparency, ethical business practices, and ensures accuracy in assessments, planning, and reporting.