Illaj Holdings is a Holding Company with subsidiaries focused on agriculture processing, commodity trading, FMCG, Education, etc.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Vice President, Strategy & Business Development

Location: Kaduna
Employment Type: Full-time

Description

• Develop and implement the overall corporate strategy that aligns with the overall vision and objectives of the holding company and its subsidiaries.
• Identify and evaluate new business opportunities, partnerships, and investment prospects in the agricultural value chains and beyond.
• Conduct thorough market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, customer needs, and competitive landscape.
• Lead the development of strategic business plans for the holding company and its subsidiaries.
• Drive the execution of strategic initiatives, ensuring their successful implementation and achievement of targeted outcomes.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders to foster strong relationships and partnerships with government agencies, industry associations, and other relevant organizations.
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of existing business units and propose strategies for improvement and growth.
• Oversee the development and management of marketing and branding strategies to enhance the company’s market position and customer engagement.
• Provide leadership and guidance to cross-functional teams involved in strategy development and business expansion.
• Prepare and present comprehensive reports and recommendations to the Board of Directors and senior management

Educational Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Agriculture, Economics, or a related field.
• An MBA or Master’s degree in any relevant field of study
• Proven experience (at least 10 years) in strategic planning, business development, and project management preferably in a holding company or similar environment.
• Strong understanding of the agricultural value chains, including primary production, processing and marketing

Application Closing Date
14th March, 2024.