Business Development Manager – IT Government Projects at PG Consulting Limited

Job Title: Business Development Manager – IT Government Projects

Job Summary

• The Senior Project Executive is responsible for actively driving identified IT project opportunities within government ministries, agencies, and parastatals towards successful approval and award. 
• This role focuses on building relationships, following up on pending cases, and ensuring smooth execution of government procurement processes. 
• The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of government operations, public-sector procurement, and the ability to engage with key stakeholders to push project approvals forward.

Key Responsibilities
Driving IT Project Approvals & Awards:

• Take ownership of identified IT project opportunities and ensure they progress through the necessary government channels.
• Engage with decision-makers, procurement officers, and relevant stakeholders to ensure a smooth approval process.
• Work closely with the internal sales and technical teams to provide any required information or documentation for project finalization.
• Identify and address bottlenecks in project approvals by leveraging relationships and strategic problem-solving.

Follow-Ups & Stakeholder Engagement:

• Maintain consistent follow-ups with government agencies and decision-makers to keep project approvals on track.

Strategic Influence & Relationship Management:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with government officials, procurement officers, and regulatory bodies.
• Position the company as a trusted IT solutions provider within government agencies.
• Engage with multiple government departments to explore potential collaborations and future project opportunities.
• Monitor government policies and procurement trends to identify new business opportunities.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Relations, Political Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in government sales, liaison, business development, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of Nigerian government procurement processes and public-sector operations.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage with senior government officials.
• Proven ability to track and follow up on project approvals to ensure timely execution.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple ongoing government interactions.
• Proficiency in preparing presentations, reports, and business proposals for government stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in IT-related government projects or public-sector technology initiatives.
• A strong network within government agencies in Abuja.
• Familiarity with public procurement policies and e-Government initiatives.

Salary
N4,000,000 – N6,000,000 per annum.

Application Instructions:

The application deadline is on 28th March, 2025. Therefore, Qualified and interested candidates should send their updated Resume to: [email protected] using the Job Title as the subject of the email.

Note: Only qualified candidates will be contacted. It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply successfully for this vacancy.