Venture Development Officer

AMREF HEALTH AFRICA is hiring for the Venture Development Officer position in Nairobi. This is a full time, mid level role. Qualification level: Masters; experience: 10+ yrs. Applications close on 10 November 2026.

Amref International University focuses on training, research and extension in health sciences, emphasizing promotive, preventive, rehabilitative and palliative health.

AmIU is founded on the experience and intellect of Amref Health Africa, which is reputed for its over 60 years of quality and innovative public and community health interventions, training, and education.

Key responsibilities

• Support innovators and start-ups to develop viable business models and growth strategies.
• Provide business advisory and practical support to ventures.
• Support development of business plans, value propositions and revenue models.
• Support market research and validation of health innovations.
• Support customer acquisition, sales and market-entry strategies.
• Facilitate linkages between ventures and potential customers, healthcare organizations and industry.
• Support basic financial modelling, costing, pricing and revenue planning.
• Provide basic financial literacy and business management guidance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in commerce, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Marketing or a related field.
• 2–5 years' relevant experience in business development, banking, sales, entrepreneurship, venture development or customer relationship management.
• Experience working with startups, sales, recruitment of new customers, managing clients’ portfolios and…

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