Business Development Manager (d/f/m) - Emerging Markets Infrastructure - Fluent in French

Your mission
In order to manage and expand our key relationships in the Development Infrastructure we are looking for a Business Development Manager (d/f/m) who will play an instrumental role in shaping the structure of our business development and sales success and build a foundation for future growth of our company.

In this role, you will become part of our Emerging Markets Infrastructure team and report to our Head of Business Development. 

Your responsibilities:

• Identify, manage and expand key relationships, including taking ownership of key accounts (such as The World Bank, IFC, USAID, Governments, KfW Bank…)
• Support our customer facing teams with a focus on shaping our sales and customer success and implement processes that enable our future growth
• Drive recurring revenue and license sales
• Represent VIDA at industry events, conferences, field trips, and customer meetings, leveraging your extensive network in the distributed renewable energy sector to generate new business opportunities
• Collaborate closely with the Head of Business Development to bring user and market feedback into product development and to identify new business opportunities

What we’re looking for

• Master in Economics, Business, Energy or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in sales and Business Development, sustainable energy or climate sector. Experience working in a start-up environment is a plus.
• Extensive network in the distributed renewable energy sector in developing markets.
• Experience working with or for international donors and investors (governments) are a plus.
• Proven track record in leading software subscription or license sales is a plus.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal) in English and French.

We’re  looking for a candidate who is based in Europe or Africa. What we offer

• Mission: VIDA is more than just another software company. As our work goes beyond lines of code and interfaces you’ll have the chance to create tangible impact in real lives.
• Impact & growth: It’s an exciting time to join us! Shape our success story and company culture from the ground up and see the direct influence of your work.
• Diversity: Our team's diversity is truly exceptional. With more than 15 nationalities on board already today and team members spread across the globe, you'll connect and learn from a wide range of perspectives.
• Fully remote working & flexibility: We're strong advocates of autonomy and flexibility. We allow you to determine when and where you get your stuff done most effectively.
• Tech & Tools: We understand the importance of having the right tools to empower your work and will provide you with the latest technology and tools.
• Development budget: Use your budget of 500€/year for your own development.
• 28 vacation days.
• Option to work from our Munich (Germany) or Kigali (Rwanda) offices (Norrsken House).

Sounds exciting?
If you're ​passionate about leveraging the power of technology to drive meaningful social impact and joining ​a mission-driven environment, we would love to hear from you. Submit your application via email to jobs@vida.place or apply directly via the job advertisement. 

Learn more about VIDA and ​our current ​projects at vida.place or on LinkedIn.

We're looking forward to receiving your application! 
In case your experience doesn’t fit all of the criteria, make sure to get in touch anyways!