Head of Business Development

Noon Academy; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading edtech company in Riyadh is seeking a Head of Business Development to lead partnership efforts, engage donors, negotiate contracts, and enhance service quality. The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree and 6-8 years of relevant experience, alongside strong communication skills in Arabic and English. This full-time position offers the chance to contribute meaningfully to the mission of transforming education in the region.

Benefits

International exposure

Dynamic team environment

Opportunities for personal development

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in sales or business development.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in both Arabic and English.
• Saudis only.

Responsibilities

• Identify and engage new donors and associations.
• Lead partnership negotiations with donors and associations.
• Gather and analyze partner feedback after program implementation.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing partners.

Skills

Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Ability to build long-term relationships

Strong organization and data analysis skills

Flexibility in adapting to partner needs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field

Tools

CRM tools

Job description

About Noon

Noon Academy is the leading edtech platform in the Middle East, with over 12 million students and teachers using our app to learn, teach, and collaborate. We have recently raised $41 million in Series B funding to expand our reach and impact in the region and beyond. We are on a mission to transform the physical classroom experience by introducing our highly engaging social, group-based learning and AI to make learning fun and improve learning efficacy. Our ultimate goal is to provide access to the best teachers to every student even if that teacher is only available virtually. We believe we can do this if we blend AI, peer-to-peer learning, and a carefully designed physical space.

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Office

This role is full-time and Riyadh-based.

About the role

As Head of Business Development, you will lead the efforts of developing partnerships with donors and associations by building strategic relationships, generating opportunities, and negotiating contracts to help expand impact and reach more beneficiaries.

Responsibilities

Generating and Qualifying Partnership Opportunities:

• Identify and engage new donors and associations, qualifying them as potential partners.
• Develop innovative approaches to reach suitable partners through direct outreach or digital platforms.
• Manage and regularly update the partner database (CRM) to ensure effective follow-up.

Contract Negotiation and Execution:

• Lead partnership negotiations with donors and associations to reach agreements that align with Noon’s goals.
• Prepare contracts and ensure alignment with Noon’s policies and donor requirements.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth implementation of agreed-upon programs.

Performance Follow-up and Satisfaction Enhancement:

• Gather and analyze partner feedback after program implementation to improve service quality.
• Coordinate with operations and support teams to ensure a successful and sustainable partnership experience.

Strategic Relationship Building and Partnership Development:

• Maintain strong relationships with existing partners and build long-term trust.
• Work on renewing and expanding partnerships by proposing new initiatives or services.
• Organize awareness events and regular meetings to showcase program impact and strengthen communication.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
• 6-8 years of experience in sales or business development.
• Familiarity with CRM tools, data analysis, and impact reporting.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills in both Arabic and English.
• Saudis only.

Required Skills

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to build long-term relationships with diverse partners.
• Strong organization, data analysis, and time/task management skills.
• Flexibility in adapting to partner needs and changes.

Why work at Noon?

• Solving the Biggest Problem in Education: We’re addressing the most important and challenging issue in the sector—scaling star teachers and making learning fun.
• Innovation at a Global Scale: Noon leads in edtech innovation; we are not a copycat. We pioneer new ways to deliver world-class education.
• Solid Financial Footing: We have turned profitable and we’re well-funded.
• International Exposure: Join a dynamic, internationally diverse team that encourages personal development.
• Mission & Values Driven: We aim to provide equitable access to world-class education.

Considering the opportunity?

If you are excited about shaping the future of education in Saudi and think you are the right fit for this opportunity, apply through the job link. We look forward to reviewing your application and exploring how you can contribute to Noon’s mission!