Business Development Manager

SOSA is looking for a Business Development Manager to work closely with a government FDI entity, and bring a proven track record of developing partnerships, sourcing deals and managing B2B relationships.

The Business Development Manager will be responsible for building and maintaining business relationships with global C-level stakeholders as well as organizing and participating in a variety of business events.

Who you are:

• 5+ years experience in a business development role within the tech ecosystem. FDI or VC experience is a plus.

• Proven track record in building and managing B2B relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including C-level executives and governmental representatives.

• Strong understanding of the tech ecosystem and the ability to spot emerging trends and opportunities.

• Excellent written and presentation skills in English are a must.

• Meticulous planning and organizational abilities with consistent attention to detail.

• Exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills, ability to learn quickly and to work independently.

• Experience in creating detailed, concise and communicable reports and deliverables for a diverse group of stakeholders.

• Working with government agencies is a plus.

• Willing to travel abroad a few times a year.

What you'll do:

• Develop and nurture relationships within the global tech ecosystem, fostering partnerships and strategic alliances.

• Actively engage with companies to establish meaningful connections, gain insights into emerging trends, and pinpoint strategic opportunities for future business collaborations.

• Work closely with key stakeholders from the governmental entity, while monitoring and communicating the projects' deliverables, including progress, development, and challenges.

• Craft impactful presentations and reports, meticulously tracking their advancement and impact.

• Initiate and participate in a diverse range of events, forums, and conferences, conveying the mission and objectives of the governmental fund to potential partners.

• Maintain detailed documentation and analysis of leads in the designated CRM tool.

About SOSA:

SOSA is a global open innovation company.  We work with innovation teams in corporations, governments, and cities. We scout and validate technologies in order to bring our clients the solutions they need to solve use cases, identify opportunities, or build new products. Our work includes conducting research, developing strategies, and scouting and validating technologies to provide our clients with tailored partnerships to solve their business problems, identify opportunities, and/or build new products.