Regional Business Development Services Director at Abt Associates

• The RBDSD will lead all support to companies to become eligible and attractive for investment, particularly specializing in export trade between the US and Africa, by managing business development services support to projected deals
•  Develop and manage the region’s team of BDS services facilitators and manage BDS services to client companies through subcontract and grant mechanisms to achieve the logistical and regulatory support needed to qualify for investments, such as SPS certifications, business licensing, market feasibility studies, engineering services, local and international requirements.
•  Oversee business-to-business linkage events and training activities

Qualification Required & Experience

•  MBA or Master’s Degree in business or relevant field, a minimum of 12 years of professional experience working in private sector development and BDS services
•  A minimum of 5 years experience in managerial or leadership role and collaborating with remote teams
•  Fluency in English, proficiency in French required