Responsible for driving the growth of Cradle Innovation Advisory (CIA) by identifying, developing, and converting new business opportunities and partnerships. The role supports CIA’s mandate as Cradle’s primary revenue-generating and sustainability pillar from 2026 onwards.

Job Description

Business Development & Pipeline Management

• Identify and scope new business opportunities across consultancy, advisory programmes, and innovation services.
• Build and maintain a healthy pipeline of potential clients and partners (corporates, government agencies, regional entities).
• Lead proposal development, including concept notes, pricing inputs, and commercial justifications.
• Track leads, conversions, and deal progress in coordination with the Revenue & Commercial Strategy function.

Partnerships & Client Engagement

• Manage relationships with key partners and clients, including initial engagement, nee...