Director of Business Development, Partnerships & External Engagement

About the role

The Director of Business Development, Partnerships & External Engagement will provide strategic leadership to position World Vision Ghana as the leading thought‑leader and preferred partner for institutional and private‑sector funding. This senior role will shift the organisation from a transactional acquisition model to a strategic, influence‑driven growth model, integrating market intelligence, strategic partnerships, policy influence, brand positioning and high‑quality grant acquisition.

Key responsibilities

• Build and lead a high‑performing departmental team, providing vision, mentorship and performance oversight.
• Represent the department at Senior Leadership Team level and contribute to organisational decision‑making.
• Establish KPIs across business development, communications, advocacy and grants acquisition.
• Advise the National Director and Board on external trends, funding risks and growth opportunities.
• Design and execute a proactive resource mobilisation strategy targeting bilateral, multilateral, foundation, diaspora and private‑sector donors.
• Oversee the full grants management cycle from opportunity identification to donor reporting and relationship management.
• Cultivate and maintain strategic relationships with existing and prospective donors, positioning World Vision Ghana as the partner of choice.

Required profile

• Proven senior leadership experience in business development, partnerships or external engagement.
• Demonstrated ability to design and implement resource mobilisation strategies.
• Strong track record in managing complex grant cycles and donor relationships.
• Experience advising senior executives and boards on strategic funding matters.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to lead strategic growth for a global humanitarian organisation.
• Collaborative environment with a mission‑driven team.