Creative Economy Business Development Specialist

ALX Africa is a non-profit organization focused on empowering Africa’s digital future through tech skills training and career acceleration programs. With hundreds of thousands of graduates, ALX partners with industry leaders to drive innovation and employment. The Creative Economy Business Development Specialist will lead revenue growth initiatives, secure partnerships, and develop scalable programs across the creative and digital talent ecosystem.

ALX Africa is seeking a Creative Economy Business Development Specialist to drive revenue growth and expand partnerships within the creative and digital talent ecosystem. This role focuses on originating and closing high-value deals, building strategic partnerships, and delivering impactful programs that support talent development and commercialization.

Responsibilities:
- Identify and secure revenue opportunities across grants, corporate partnerships, and creator economy initiatives  
- Lead end-to-end deal lifecycle including origination, proposal development, negotiation, and contract execution  
- Build and manage a strong pipeline aligned with creative economy priorities  
- Develop partnerships for media production, branded content, and industry collaborations  
- Manage key partner relationships and ensure high-quality delivery and long-term growth  
- Track performance metrics and provide insights to inform strategic decision-making  

Requirements:
- 5–10+ years of experience in business development or partnerships within the creative industries  
- Proven track record of securing revenue through grants, partnerships, or large-scale programs  
- Strong understanding of the creative economy and digital talent landscape  
- Ability to structure and close complex multi-stakeholder deals  
- Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and communication skills  
- Strong commercial acumen and strategic thinking  

Benefits:
- Opportunity to shape Africa’s creative and digital economy  
- Work within a mission-driven, high-impact organization  
- Exposure to global partnerships and large-scale initiatives  
- Remote work flexibility  

ALX Africa offers a dynamic environment where leaders drive meaningful impact by unlocking opportunities within the creative economy and empowering the next generation of talent.