Head of Business Development – Non‑Formal Education

About the role

The Head of Business Development for the Non‑Formal Education (NFE) portfolio will drive growth and strategic development across our global programmes. Reporting to senior leadership, you will shape income‑generation strategies, secure new funding, and expand initiatives such as Youth Connect while meeting financial and impact targets.

Key responsibilities

• Define and execute the NFE business development strategy aligned with organisational goals.
• Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships, manage consultants and stakeholder relationships.
• Lead proposal development, contract negotiation, performance monitoring and compliance.
• Strengthen pipelines, oversee proposal processes and ensure governance and approvals.
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholder engagement to improve outcomes.
• Support operational excellence through risk, issue and evidence management.
• Enhance market positioning through research, analysis and thought‑leadership.
• Manage portfolio finances, monitor budgets, timelines and profitability.
• Maintain knowledge resources and promote effective information sharing.

Required profile

• Proven senior‑level experience in business development, preferably within education, non‑formal learning or international development.
• Strong track record of securing funding and managing large‑scale partnerships.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Ability to translate strategic insights into actionable proposals and contracts.
• Experience overseeing compliance, governance and continuous improvement processes.

Required skills