Plan International recruits 01 Regional Business Development Director

The Regional Business Development Director serves as a strategic catalyst and enabler for Country Offices across the WACA region. The role drives both traditional ODA funding and non‑traditional financing, including innovative climate finance, development banks, Middle East donors, commercial contracts, CSR, blended finance, and philanthropic foundations. In response to a rapidly evolving donor landscape, the role strengthens CO competitiveness by brokering high‑value partnerships, enhancing market positioning, and developing multi‑country investment opportunities aligned with country priorities.

Anchored in a country‑driven and sub‑regional approach, the role is central to advancing Plan International’s ambition for diversified, sustainable, and locally led programming. The Director works to unlock new financing pathways, expand regional influence, and position Country Offices as partners of choice in delivering transformative impact for children and communities across the region.

What you’ll do:

The role operates in a highly networked and matrixed environment, collaborating closely with colleagues across the Plan International federation. It requires someone who can confidently set priorities across multiple stakeholders, provide strong strategic leadership on resource mobilisation, and drive results without close day‑to‑day supervision.

The successful candidate will be an experienced external influencer, skilled in representing Plan International to high‑level partners, and highly effective in attracting, cultivating, and securing funding from diverse donors and financing mechanisms.

Lead donor engagement across the region and build strategic partnerships
Unlock innovative financing models and emerging donor markets
Support COs with high‑quality, multi‑country proposal development
Strengthen BD capacity, market intelligence, and resource mobilisation strategies
Represent Plan International with governments, donors, and intergovernmental bodies

What we’re looking for:

10+ years’ experience in fundraising, partnerships, or business development
Strong track record securing non‑traditional and innovative funding
Deep knowledge of African donor landscapes
Excellent relationship‑building, negotiation and communication skills
Fluent in English and French
Ability to thrive in a matrixed, multicultural environment

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