Partnerships & Business Development Manager

Responsibilities

• Identify and onboard high-quality December events across Nigeria for listing on DettyDecember.xyz.
• Secure paid placements from brands, promoters, nightlife venues, and lifestyle partners.
• Build relationships with event organizers, sponsors, ticketing platforms, and influencers to drive engagement.
• Target Nigerians abroad to drive ticket and merchandise sales through tailored outreach and partnerships.
• Create revenue-generating opportunities through sponsorships, media collaborations, and affiliate partnerships.
• Track KPIs, share performance updates with VNVI Services and the client, and collaborate with internal content/design teams.

Requirements:

• 3+ years in business development, sales, partnerships, or events marketing
• Strong network in Nigeria’s entertainment, event, or lifestyle industries
• Ability to prospect, pitch, and close partnerships independently
• Experience working with diaspora-focused campaigns or audiences is a plus
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-starter with strong organizational skills and a growth mindset
• Experience with event ticketing or merchandise sales
• Familiarity with platforms like Eventbrite, Tix, Flutterwave Store, Shopify, etc.
• Social media marketing or influencer management experience

Compensation:

• Base retainer plus performance-based commission
• Opportunity for long-term growth or profit-sharing based on results