Business Development Manager

About KidsLoveQatar

KidsLoveQatar serves as a beloved community platform in Qatar, connecting families and residents within the Doha Metropolitan Area. It provides reliable information, event listings, educational and recreational resources, and recommendations catered specifically to children and family-oriented lifestyles. Collaborating with schools, activity centers, various service providers, and local businesses, the platform facilitates meaningful experiences and informed decisions for families, fostering a safe, engaging, and inclusive environment for diverse families across Qatar.

Role Overview

The Business Development Manager is a full-time, on-site position located in Doha. The primary focus is on forging and maintaining partnerships with schools, activity providers, family-centric brands, and local businesses to enhance KidsLoveQatar’s network and offerings. Key daily responsibilities include scouting and engaging potential partners, drafting proposals, conducting negotiations, and nurturing ongoing relationships to drive mutual benefit and sustainable growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and connect with potential partner organizations aligned with KidsLoveQatar’s mission.
• Develop and present tailored partnership proposals to prospective clients.
• Lead negotiations with partners to secure beneficial agreements.
• Manage and sustain long-term relationships with partners to ensure mutual growth.
• Analyze industry and market trends to inform strategic planning.
• Collaborate with marketing and operations teams to develop initiatives that expand community engagement and revenue.
• Contribute to developing innovative products and services that reinforce the community’s value.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Proven expertise in business development, partnership management, and sales with a successful record of achieving growth targets.
• Experience managing client relationships and stakeholder engagement, especially in community, media, or family service sectors.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities, capable of building trust and influencing diverse stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret market data, identify opportunities, and formulate actionable growth strategies geared toward the Doha market.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or related disciplines; additional relevant certifications are advantageous.
• Ability to operate effectively on-site, managing multiple projects with strong organizational skills.
• Familiarity with Qatar’s children and family services ecosystem and fluency in English; Arabic language proficiency is a plus.