Business Development Manager

Walvis Technologies is looking for a talented, enthusiastic Business Development Manager to join our team.

OVERALL PURPOSE Gain attention and strengthen client relationships through the coordination of strategic marketing messages using various platforms including social media, web, print, email, phone, meetings and client events. Assist in drafting proposals and RFP responses. Drive brand recognition and consistency across external communication channels.

MINIMUM SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Completed a post secondary College Diploma or University Degree in a relevant field, preferably business, marketing, interior design or architecture.

• Experience and formal training combined may substitute for stipulated education requirements

• Language English Essential. Ability to communicate in Chinese would be an asset but not mandatory.

• Experience in writing content to be used for external purposes

CORE COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Proactive and sales driven

• Strong prospecting and business development skills

• Excellent communication skills, both writing and verbal are essential

• Productive, organized and strategic

• Personable and professional

• Knowledge of social media marketing applications

• Comfortable and confident networking skills

• High attention to detail and organizational skill

• Must demonstrate superior writing skill, including the ability to communicate in writing through many different channels, to many different internal and external audiences

• Must be able to craft an excellent written product, utilizing brand voice and message, in short time frames and based on minimal direction

• Substantial knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel and Powerpoint

• Knowledge of search engine marketing strategies

Your main responsibilities and duties are as follows:

• Plan development projects and co-ordinate activities with representatives of a wide variety of commercial enterprises, community and business associations;

• Locate or propose potential business deals by contacting potential partners, discover and explore opportunities.

• Assess business opportunities and develop strategies to provide services;

• Respond to enquiries from prospective clients and business partners;

• Gain attention and strengthen client relationships through the coordination of strategic marketing messages using various platforms including social media, web, meetings and events;

• Follow up new business opportunities, set up meetings and prepare presentations;

• Oversee the development of marketing literature;

• Prepare reports, research papers, provide management with feedback.

We thank you for your application, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. If you are interested in applying, create a candidate profile and send us your Resume and Cover Letter.