Business Development Manager

Department: Business Development Project Location(s): Berlin or Remote Education: Master’s Degree We are looking for a Business Development Manager – based in Berlin or working remotely – with expertise in the areas of digitalisation, private sector development and climate change for development consulting. We are looking for detail-oriented, proactive and responsibility-taking individuals who aim to create a positive impact through high-quality consulting services in the global development market.

Luvent Consulting GmbH, a Chemonics Company, is a leading international development consultancy specialising in private sector development, climate change and digitalisation. Our clients are major international donor organisations, including the European Union, the German development agencies GIZ and KFW, and the African and Asian Development Banks. They trust Luvent to deliver valuable and impactful solutions for complex societal, economic and environmental problems. With a proven track record of successfully implementing over 130 projects in more than 80 countries, Luvent has rapidly built a reputation for technical excellence in the development sector. As part of the Chemonics group, with headquarters in Washington, D.C. and London, we are embedded in a global network united by a shared mission and commitment to sustainable development.

Our offer

• Opportunity to specialise in one of our core areas: digitalisation, private sector development and climate change.
• Tailored training offers and hands-on experiences for career development (courses, workshops, conferences).
• Opportunities to travel to emerging markets.
• Impact-driven work in an exciting sector with opportunities for professional and personal growth.
• Commitment to work–life balance with flexible working hours.
• Friendly working environment with supportive team spirit, multicultural teams and flat hierarchies.
• Competitive salary based on experience, skills and responsibilities.
• Join an entrepreneurial, ambitious team within one of the world’s largest international development consultancies, with access to extensive career growth and learning opportunities.

Responsibilities

Acquisition

• Prepare project proposals including methodology, project strategy drafting and overall technical offer preparation.
• Recruit expert teams for our various projects and opportunities including contract negotiations.
• Serve as the main point for consortium members, experts and clients.

Sectoral Responsibilities

• Assure ecosystem visibility of Luvent in your area of expertise.
• Manage key stakeholder relationships effectively.
• Stay engaged with current developments and best practices in your specialisation.

Experience & Skill Requirements

• Outstanding academic credentials with a Master’s Degree in International Studies, Political Sciences, Economics, European Studies or other relevant.
• At least one year of business development experience for donor-funded projects.
• Experience in preparing financial and technical offers for consulting projects.
• Strong familiarity with donor-specific procurement rules related to development cooperation.
• Proven track record in working with multiple stakeholders (clients, consortium partners, experts).
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Full computer literacy and full proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Fluency in English and/or French is a requirement, and in both languages a strong advantage.
• Demonstrate commitment and passion for international development.
• Positive, can-do attitude.