Business Development Experts

Required Qualifications

• At least Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Social Sciences, International Relations, or other related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of demonstrated experience in developing training curricula and delivering business development trainings, specifically in the fields of business management, finance, marketing, or other related fields.
• Proven experience in providing coaching and mentorship to startups and growing businesses, with demonstrated examples of successful business expansions.
• Solid experience in market analysis, value chain assessments, or sector facilitation.
• Strong facilitation, capacity building, and business coaching skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Arabic and English. Kurdish language literacy is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within diverse teams.
• Ability and willingness to travel extensively to project locations within Ninewa and Erbil.

Preferred Qualifications

• Based in Mosul, Iraq.
• Prior experience working with international donor-funded enterprise development programs.
• Experience in green economy, digital transformation, circular economy, or innovation ecosystems.
• Experience in Training-of-Trainers (ToT) programs.

NEF will accept applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The deadline will be on June 14, 2025.

To apply:

Please apply by submitting the following documents on the Near East Foundation’s career page at: 

https://neareast.bamboohr.com/careers/457?source=aWQ9MTY%3D 

1. Cover letter outlining relevant experience and skills based on the requirements outlined above;
2. Curriculum Vitae;
3. List of three references (including one from current, or most recent, employer).

Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to familiarize themselves with the Near East Foundation by visiting the NEF website at www.neareast.org.

The Near East Foundation promotes Equal Opportunities for all applicants seeking employment and NEF employees.

Pre-employment Checks

Any Employment with the Near East Foundation will be subject to the following checks prior to start date:

• A satisfactory Restricted Party Screening;
• Receipt of satisfactory references;
• Proof of eligibility to work in the national location for this role.

NEF’s strength is its people. Our team is our fuel to achieving the innovation, quality programming, community focus, mutual trust, sustainability, and learning needed to realize our mission. To help our team thrive, we support a working structure that prioritizes flexibility, personal commitments, and staff well-being while promoting a work culture of teamwork, collaboration, respect, integrity, and excellence.

As an international organization, we value a truly diverse workforce and prioritize a culture of inclusivity and belonging. We strive to create a high-achieving work environment informed by different cultures, perspectives, and experiences. With a commitment to diversity, equality, equity, and inclusion in all we do, our aim is to ensure that people feel heard, protected, and empowered to contribute to NEF’s mission from day one.