Business Development Advisor at Inkomoko
Position Title: Business Development Advisor
Employer: Inkomoko
Employment: Full-Time | Contract
Place of Work: Awbarre and Sheder - Ethiopia
Posted date: 1 week ago
Deadline: November, 21/2025 (6 days left)
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Inkomoko Ethiopia seeks a highly talented and experienced Business Development Advisor to work directly with entrepreneurs to help them develop the skills to scale their businesses.
Current responsibilities include:
TRAINING(30% time)
- Manage training for all incoming refugees and host entrepreneurs in the Business Growth Department
- Implement training as part of the ongoing classes scheduled for Inkomoko entrepreneurs
- Identify and enroll entrepreneurs to join INKOMOKO program
- Deploy a wide variety of training methods both in person and digital - iterating as needed
- Develop new and review existing content to match entrepreneurs; needs and refugee business dynamics;
- Draft training reports and update the online reports;
- Mobilize and follow up on entrepreneurs to ensure high attendance;
- Coordinate with Training Support Associate for smooth logistics;
- Participate in capacity-building workshops on a range of topics related to business growth, including HR, accounting, finance, marketing, human-centered design, and innovation.
STRATEGIC ADVISING AND ENTREPRENEUR RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT(40% time)
- Conduct business assessments to identify entrepreneurs; needs and market opportunities
- Develop business strategies and comprehensive business plans for entrepreneurs
- Generate financial statements, forecasts, and profitability analyses for entrepreneurs
- Develop and implement accurate financial reporting and booking systems for entrepreneurs;
- Assist entrepreneurs with the implementation of business plan recommendations;
- Advise entrepreneurs on financing and investment opportunities/challenges;
- Help entrepreneurs prepare for financing or investment opportunities (Investment and equity financing);
- Provide expert advice; help entrepreneurs to navigate challenges and make sound business decisions
- Conduct assessments of entrepreneur businesses to understand business needs, challenges, and opportunities;
- Conduct research on the industry, competitors, and customers;
- Manage entrepreneur relationships and provide a single point of contact for assigned entrepreneurs;
- Manage the schedule and delivery of services throughout entrepreneur engagements;
- Regularly track and report on the progress of entrepreneur work and deliverables;
- Maintain and organize entrepreneur files
GENERAL ADMINISTRATION (20% time)
- General maintenance of entrepreneur files, reports, and coordination with colleagues.
- Contribute to staff meetings, annual retreats, and monthly entrepreneur Services meetings.
- Participation in ongoing entrepreneur tracking and implementing Inkomoko’s impact evaluation programs every quarter/year
- Represent Inkomoko in partners; meetings and any other events in camps as assigned
- Participate in the development of Inkomoko goals, strategies, and planning
- Represent Inkomoko in the local business community and at conferences or other events
- Keep up to date on the latest business and industry trends in Ethiopia and across Africa
Requirements
Competencies
We are looking for someone who;
- Manages Diverse Relationships – Relates well to a wide variety of personalities, values differences, and communicates effectively across diverse communication styles, cultures, and backgrounds.
- Takes initiatives to Deliver – Thinks several months in advance, prioritizes objectives, implements reliably, and quickly identifies what will help or hinder goal accomplishment.
- Fluent in Technology – Uses technology effectively to work efficiently and achieve desired outcomes.
We are looking for individuals who are passionate about entrepreneurship, and have the skills and experience to help entrepreneurs make lasting change to their businesses. We are seeking candidates who work quickly and thoroughly, collaborate, and are both kind and serious.
The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications:
- Skilled/ with expertise in market linkages and value chain management to MSMEs;
- Excellent Somali and English;
- Experience working in refugee settings and to be a native from Somali region would be an advantage;
- Background in finance or ability to produce technical and financial reports/projections for entrepreneurs;
- Deep understanding of go-to market strategies and growth strategies for businesses in the area of consumer goods;
- Past experience writing business plans in preparation for investment;
- Ability to work with high-profile individuals and companies by demonstrating exemplar levels of professionalism;
- Strong presentation and training skills, and ability to teach others business concepts;
- Possess business acumen, original thinking;
- Excellent computer skills – including Powerpoint, Word, Excel, Odoo, Kobo-collect, Google Drive, etc;
- 3+ years’ experience, work with MSMEs is required;
- Bachelor’s degree required in a Business related field;
- Additional Master’s studies or CPA skills preferred;
- Good at translation from English to local languages (Somali), would be an advantage
- Ready to reside in Awbarre and Sheder
Benefits
WHAT YOU’LL GET
This role is inside a high-growth, mission-driven social enterprise. By joining, you’ll access:
- Meaningful work that directly contributes to sustainable livelihoods and job creation across East and Central Africa.
- Competitive salary, and potential Performance-based bonus
- Incredible company culture, with opportunities for learning and growth
- Diverse colleagues across the region, and policies that demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion
- A dynamic and entrepreneurial team environment committed to innovation and social impact
- Health insurance for self and family
- Staff savings and provident fund, negotiated bank rates for long-term employees
- Generous annual leave, parental leave, and sabbatical options.
How to apply
If you’re excited about this role, please submit your CV, and tell us why you are the right fit for this opportunity.
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