Strategy and New Business Ventures Manager( Sub Saharan Africa) at Nicole Sinclair Consulting

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Strategy and New Business Ventures Manager( Sub Saharan Africa)

Job Type: Full Time
Qualification: BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA
Experience: 6 years
Location: Lagos
Job Field: Project Management , Sales / Marketing / Retail / Business Development

Our client is a prominent Pan-African conglomerate with over 60 years of multi-sector expertise in more than 20 African countries.

We are on the lookout for an accomplished Strategic Business Ventures Manager to spearhead a high-impact and growth-driven business unit within a well-respected Pan-African conglomerate. This senior management position holds significant importance as it focuses on expanding the organization’s reach by identifying, assessing, and executing new business ventures throughout Sub-Saharan Africa.

Identify and Evaluate New Business Ventures

Spearhead the discovery and assessment of new business opportunities across multiple industries and markets in Sub-Saharan Africa.
Lead in-depth analysis of market potential, operational requirements, and regulatory considerations to assess the overall feasibility of new ventures.
Deliver detailed investment recommendations that include profitability forecasts, cost projections, and return-on-investment analysis.
Present findings and strategic insights to executive stakeholders and investment decision-makers.

Shape Regional and Growth Strategy:

Develop and implement multi-market growth strategies, tailored market-entry strategies that support long-term growth across emerging and mature markets within the region.
Analyze shifts in consumer behavior, industry trends, and competitor movements to identify areas of strategic advantage.
Propose actionable strategies that position the business competitively, including diversification into high-potential sectors.

Direct Financial Planning and Investment Justification

Collaborate with finance teams to construct detailed financial models and assess economic viability of proposed projects.
Lead the evaluation of cost structures, risk factors, and expected financial returns to inform decision-making.
Ensure all new ventures align with the Group’s capital allocation framework and deliver sustainable financial outcomes

Build and Maintain Strategic Relationship

Act as a senior representative in high-level discussions with regulatory authorities, government entities, investors, and commercial partners.
Drive relationship development with potential collaborators, co-investors, and funding institutions to support project execution.
Manage the negotiation and structuring of partnerships, acquisitions, or alliances, ensuring strategic fit and value creation.

Develop a High Quality deal Pipeline

Design and implement proactive strategies to source and qualify potential investment and partnership leads.
Leverage industry networks, professional events, and internal referrals to identify prospects and initiate early-stage discussions.
Oversee the qualification process and lead prioritization based on strategic relevance, scalability, and expected impact.

Track Performance and Optimize Outcomes

Establish performance tracking mechanisms for newly launched businesses and strategic projects.
Review and interpret financial and operational data to evaluate ongoing success and flag areas for improvement.
Provide senior leadership with clear, data-informed recommendations to refine business models and enhance outcomes.

Qualification/ Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, or a related field; MBA or relevant Master’s degree is highly desirable.
6–10 years of relevant experience in strategy, investments, management consulting, or business development, preferably with a regional or pan-African scope.
Proven track record of developing and evaluating investment opportunities across diverse industries.
Strong financial modeling, analytical, and commercial due diligence skills.
Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
Deep understanding of the Sub-Saharan African economic landscape and regulatory environment.

Skills