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Business Development Manager

Neilos Network Limited
📍 Dar es SalaamCDI🗓️ 2 days ago

Job Description

Dar es Salaam
CDI

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JOB DESCRIPTION: BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER Job Title: Business Development Manager Location: Dar es Salaam, Tanzania Employment Type: Full-Time. About Neilos Neilos is an open-access wholesale telecommunications infrastructure provider offering fibre and tower infrastructure to Mobile Network Operators (MNOs), ISPs, carriers and enterprise service providers across Mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar. Neilos supports network expansion, connectivity and infrastructure sharing through reliable, cost-effective infrastructure solutions. Role Overview The Business Development Manager is responsible for driving tower monetization, tenancy growth, revenue and profitability through commercial strategy, competitive pricing and Go-to-Market execution. The role working closely with MNOs to address their co-location, network expansion and last-mile connectivity requirements. The position combines commercial growth and financial investment analysis, evaluating CapEx, OpEx, market demand and pricing to determine site profitability, break-even periods, EBITDA timelines and Return on Investment (ROI). Key Responsibilities 1. Commercial Strategy, GTM & Tenancy Growth

  • Develop and execute tower commercial strategies, GTM plans and competitive pricing models.

Localisation

  • Drive anchor tenancy, co-location and Build-to-Suit opportunities.
  • Align tower expansion with MNO coverage, capacity and market demand. 2. Revenue, Profitability & Commercial Performance
  • Lead MNO negotiations, Master Lease Agreements (MLAs), amendments and renewals.
  • Drive tenancy revenue, recurring income, gross margin and EBITDA targets.
  • Develop revenue forecasts and monitor tenancy ratios, revenue per tower and profitability. 3. Tower Investment, CapEx, OpEx & ROI
  • Develop business cases for new towers, Build-to-suit projects and infrastructure upgrades.
  • Evaluate CapEx, OpEx, tenancy forecasts and pricing to determine break-even, EBITDA timelines and ROI.
  • Prioritize investments based on confirmed tenant demand and profitability. 4. Business Development & Market Expansion
  • Onboard and grow business with new MNO’s across Mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar.
  • Build strong MNO relationships, manage sales pipelines and secure commercial partnerships.

Identify market opportunities and coordinate commercially viable fibre and tower deployments Key Skills & Competencies

  • Strong understanding of tower leasing, co-location, build-to-suit models and Master Lease Agreements (MLAs).
  • Strong financial acumen in tower-level CapEx, OpEx, EBITDA, break-even, investment payback and ROI analysis.
  • Strong TowerCo commercial strategy, Go-to-Market execution and tenancy acquisition capabilities.
  • Established MNO relationships, key account management and strategic business development.
  • Proven ability in tenancy pricing, commercial negotiations, contract renewals and revenue growth.
  • Ability to evaluate site-level commercial viability, tenancy ratios, revenue per tower and investment returns.
  • Strong commercial forecasting, stakeholder engagement, negotiation and leadership skills. Experience & Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Telecommunications, Engineering or related field; MBA or relevant postgraduate qualification is an advantage.

Expérience

  • 5 to 7+ years of commercial experience within an MNO, TowerCo, ISP, carrier, or fiber business.
  • Experience in commercial strategy, product pricing, revenue management, sales or business development.
  • Strong experience building business cases and assessing CapEx,OpEx against revenue, EBITDA and ROI.
  • Good understanding of telecom products, networks and market economics.

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