Posted on :
8 Oct, 2019
8 Oct, 2019
Pavelon is facilitating the Affordable Smartphone Ownership for low and middle-income consumers in emerging markets.
Sub-Saharan Africa is home to the majority of the world’s poor people. Consumer research shows how the cost of an internet-enabled handset is a critical barrier to using mobile internet for low and middle-income consumers in emerging markets.
Smartphone adoption continues to see rapid growth in Sub-Saharan Africa, albeit from a relatively low base and despite affordability challenges. According to the GSMA, The total number of smartphone connections stood at 250 million at the end of 2017, equivalent to a third of the total connections base. This means that, as at 2018, over 800 million people living in sub-Saharan Africa do not have smartphones.
Job Description
Job Title: Head of Partnerships and Business Development
The Smartphone has the potential to be a great equalizing force, providing new opportunities and leveling the playing field through unprecedented access to information. But this potential will only be realized if no one is left behind.
Our mission is to Make Smartphones Affordable and Accessible for Everyone.
Through partnerships with key stakeholders in the Smartphone Value Chain and innovative technology, Pavelon is removing the barriers to Smartphone Ownership for low-income earners in Africa.
Pavelon Device Finance will allow users to apply for any phone of their choice, get approved and get the device of their dreams. Users will then pay monthly via mobile money or bank transfers until the device is fully paid for. Our service features smartphone insurance, remote tech support, and smartphone anti-theft technology.
Big challenges require big minds. Make an impact from anywhere.
We’re interested in the rising stars with a worldly perspective, a deep interest in mobile technology, and an appetite for growth.
About the role
Pavelon is currently seeking a strategic, entrepreneurial Head of Partnerships and Business Development to lead the way in partnering with financial institutes, telecommunications companies, and other business entities.
This role will be instrumental in Pavelon’s growth, and we are looking for a leader who will be strategic and tactical in owning and building this area of our business.
You will be directly responsible for generating revenue from a variety of sources by developing new partnerships and growing existing relationships, coaching a team of business development and account management professionals, and bringing best practices into Pavelon. You should have experience building teams, defining and launching operational processes, and achieving revenue-based targets. As a member of the management team, the Partnerships and Business Development Director will be an organizational leader and have an incredible impact on Pavelon’s growth trajectory. Our ideal candidate has an impressive track record as a leader in sales, business development, or partnerships and a strong enthusiasm for Pavelon’s mission.
Responsibilities
Lead and drive partnership and business development strategies to increase revenue for Pavelon
Identify opportunities for partnerships with entities who are excited to share in Pavelon’s mission and build meaningful, new relationships
Define and progress partners through the Pavelon partnership lifecycle, achieving milestones to meet internal goals
Structure, negotiate and close new partnership deals
Manage and grow existing relationships with partners to maximize value on all sides
Build infrastructure, processes, and best practices to support the work of partnership and business development, including the introduction of tools and systems as needed
Work collaboratively with leaders across the organization to define and refine offerings to ensure quality for partners
Oversee, grow, and train a team of business development and account management professionals
Set, measure, and reach goals, plans, and KPIs for the partnerships and business development team
Represent Pavelon externally, generating enthusiasm and new leads at every opportunity
Oversee the ideation, planning, and production of revenue-generating events
Requirements
At least 4 years of professional experience in business development, partnerships, and/or sales
At least 1 year of experience in a management position, including responsibility for hiring and building business development, partnerships, and/or sales team
Incredible relationship-builder with an ability to engage, connect and maintain relationships with a wide diversity of individuals
Expert understanding of and well-developed skills in sales, partnerships, and business development, including identifying leads, building relationships, storytelling, negotiating, closing, account management, etc.
An experienced manager who has built a team and enjoys coaching, mentoring, and ensuring the successful performance of a team
Proven track record of building new business relationships and signing significant deals
Comfortable and capable with both developing strategies and rolling up your sleeves to execute on them
Data-driven and results-focused
Creative, flexible, and solution-oriented
Extremely motivated and inspired by Pavelon’s mission
Experience with startups an advantage