Sales and Business Development Director Application
Chemonics InternationalRiyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia11 days ago
Job descriptionServe as Chemonics’ representative in meetings with Gulf donors, ministries, semi-governmental entities, and private sector clients. Build trust and visibility with key influencers to position Chemonics as a preferred implementing partner for impact consulting in the GCC. Capture & Proposal Development Lead or support pitch development and concept notes. Lead or support proposal development efforts including RFP responses and co-creation opportunities with clients. Recommend strategic partnering arrangements with international, regional, and local firms to enhance proposal competitiveness. Strategic Planning & Execution Provide input into budget development, rate cards, and bid and performance bond requirements. Contribute to the development and execution of Chemonics Arabia’s market entry strategy, including legal registration, staffing, and operational setup. Team & Resource Development Help define and make recommendations for the evolving team structure and allocation of resources. Minimum 10 years of sales and / or business development experience, with demonstrated experience contributing to winning business with GCC funding entities or organizations with similar development needs. Established relationships with GCC public sector and private sector stakeholders. Experience in engaging stakeholders at all levels, ranging from local communities to senior government officials. Strong regional networking capabilities, with existing networks with consulting firms, technical experts, and other partners operating in the region. Experience in business intelligence gathering, including market assessment, stakeholder mapping, and competitor analysis tailored to opaque and relationship-driven GCC markets. Deep knowledge of GCC procurement platforms and regulatory frameworks, such as Etimad (Saudi Arabia), and familiarity with localization mandates, national social and economic transformation priorities, and bid and performance bond requirements. Advanced analytical and decision-making skills, with the ability to apply logic, reasoning, and subject matter expertise across diverse sectors to address national transformation agendas. Proven ability to manage high-volume of tasks and resources, and take ownership of results in dynamic and evolving market environments. Demonstrated experience in developing written proposals and concept papers for clients. Understanding of social and economic development needs and plans in Gulf countries, with a focus on Saudi Arabia, Qatar and UAE. Exposure to diverse industry sectors. Tourism development experience is highly desired. Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to lead presentations, facilitate co-creation sessions, and conduct effective meetings with senior stakeholders across public and private sectors. Fluency in both written and spoken Arabic and English required.
Overview
Chemonics seeks a dynamic and entrepreneurial Sales and Business Development Director to shape and direct its market entry and expansion efforts across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region. The Director will play a pivotal role in building Chemonics Arabia’s presence in the region, starting with Saudi Arabia and expanding to other GCC countries. Primary responsibilities include forging strategic partnerships, building a pipeline, and capturing business opportunities in consulting and advisory services for the overall purpose of building backlog and sales.
Key Responsibilities
- Market Representation & Relationship Building
Represent Chemonics business development interests in the GCC, beginning with Saudi Arabia and expanding to Qatar, UAE, Kuwait, and Oman.
Conduct in-country technical research and stakeholder consultations to inform technical strategy and program design and overall corporate positioning of Chemonics Arabia.
Conduct stakeholder mapping and market analysis to support targeted outreach and proposal efforts.
Build and maintain network of consultants and subject matter experts.
Key Qualifications and Experience
Location : Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with travel to other target countries in the GCC, as needed and as requested.
Reporting Structure : The Sales and Business Development Director will report to the Principal Advisor of Chemonics Growth Division.
Instructions to apply
Please submit your application, including a CV, through this form by October 31, 2025. If you are unable to apply through the form or do not have a Google account, please send your application via email to No telephone inquiries, please. Chemonics will contact finalists.
Chemonics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in its selection and employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, or other non-merit factors.
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