Regional Business Development Director Full Time NEW

The Organisation

Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. We believe in the power and potential of every child but know this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it is girls who are most affected.

Working together with children, young people, supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges girls and vulnerable children face. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood and we enable children to prepare for and respond to crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.

For over 85 years, we have rallied other determined optimists to transform the lives of all children in more than 80 countries.

We won’t stop until we are all equal.

About the Role

Plan International is seeking a Business Development Lead to unlock innovative, non-traditional funding streams beyond traditional aid. This strategic role acts as a catalyst and enabler for Country Offices (COs), spearheading the identification, development, and mobilisation of non-traditional funding streams beyond conventional Official Development Assistance (ODA).

In response to evolving donor landscapes—including private capital, climate and blended finance, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and philanthropic foundations—you will position COs competitively by brokering strategic partnerships, strengthening market presence, and advancing multi-country investment opportunities aligned with CO priorities.

Anchored in a country-driven and sub-regionally aligned approach, this role operationalises Plan International’s ambition for diversified, sustainable, and locally led programming, unlocking strategic financing pathways and positioning COs as partners of choice.

About You

• Proven experience in resource mobilisation, particularly with non-traditional donors (foundations, corporates, blended finance).
• Master’s degree or equivalent work experience in International Development, Business, Public Policy, or related fields.
• Strong external influencing skills and ability to represent Plan International at senior levels.
• Expertise in partnership brokering, donor engagement, and complex proposal development.
• Deep understanding of regional donor landscapes across Africa and the Middle East.
• Excellent strategic thinking, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work across multiple countries and stakeholders in a matrixed environment.
• Skilled in written, verbal, and visual communication for influencing and positioning.
• Strong coordination, organizational, and interpersonal skills; able to pull input from diverse teams.
• Results-oriented with ability to challenge existing mindsets.

Please follow this link for a full role profile; Regional Business Development Director_Nov25.docx

Please respond to the requirements of the role in your cover letter.

Only CVs and cover letters in English will be accepted.

Location: Hybrid working, Nairobi, Kenya. This is a global recruitment and support with relocation is available if required.

Type of Role: 2- year fixed term contract.

Closing Date: Sunday 30th November 2025

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