Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Position: Business Development Officer
Employment Type: Full-time
About Future Founders Lab
Future Founders Lab is focused on raising the next generation of creatives, innovators and young entrepreneurs by helping children develop practical, future-ready digital skills.
Through programmes in AI, coding, digital literacy and online safety, we help children turn their screen time into productive learning experiences and build skills that will prepare them for the future.
We are looking for a dynamic, ambitious and results-driven Business Development Officer to join our growing team and help us expand our reach to more parents, schools and partners.
The Role
The Business Development Officer will be responsible for driving enrolment, identifying new business opportunities and building relationships with parents, schools, organisations and strategic partners.
The ideal candidate should be confident communicating with people, comfortable with sales and passionate about education, technology and creating opportunities for children.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities for Future Founders Lab.
- Develop relationships with parents, schools, learning institutions and corporate partners.
- Drive enrolment for Future Founders Lab programmes.
- Develop and maintain a healthy sales pipeline.
- Conduct outreach through calls, email, social media, networking and direct engagement.
- Follow up with prospective clients and convert leads into enrolments.
- Develop partnerships with schools and other relevant organisations.
- Participate in school visits, events, exhibitions and other business development activities.
- Prepare proposals and presentations for prospective partners and clients.
- Maintain accurate records of leads, prospects, follow-ups and conversions.
- Monitor market trends and identify new opportunities for growth.
- Work closely with the marketing team to develop campaigns that generate qualified leads.
- Provide regular reports on business development activities, pipeline and results.
- Represent Future Founders Lab professionally when engaging with prospective clients and partners.
What We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate will have:
- A Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Education or a related field.
- 2+ years of experience in business development, sales, marketing or a related role.
- A proven ability to identify prospects and convert them into customers or partners.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong presentation and negotiation skills.
- Confidence engaging with parents, school administrators and senior decision-makers.
- Good understanding of digital platforms and social media.
- Strong organisational and follow-up skills.
- A proactive, target-driven and entrepreneurial mindset.
- Ability to work independently while also collaborating with a team.
- Passion for education, technology and youth development will be an added advantage.
How to Apply
Please send your CV and a brief cover letter explaining why you are a good fit for the role to:
Subject: Application – Business Development Officer
Application Deadline: 10th September 2026