Business Developer

A diploma/degree (NQF 7) in a relevant field such as Sales and Marketing5 years of previous experience in a Higher Education environmentSales and marketing experience in a Higher Education environmentProject Management experience in a Higher Education environmentKnowledge of higher education programme costing, pricing strategies, and funding mechanisms (SETA, Skills Levies, B-BBEE) to support sales and proposal development.The closing date for receipt of applications is no later than the close of business on 31 March 2026Communication will be limited to the shortlisted candidates Kindly note that the University of KwaZulu-Natal (“the University”) is required to process any Personal Information (as defined by the Protection of Personal Act, 2013 “POPIA”) submitted by candidates when applying for positions at the University. The provision of the Personal Information is a requirement in terms of the University’s recruitment and selection process. The retention of any personal information is as a consequence of the University being bound by legislative requirements and / or good governance practices as well as record keeping for statistical purposes. The University will endeavour to ensure that the appropriate security measures are in place and implemented for both electronic and paper-based formats that are used for processing of the personal information recorded through this recruitment and selection process.

The Graduate School of Business and Leadership (GSB&L) seeks to appoint a suitably qualified candidate to the position of Business Development / Sales Consultant. The incumbent is responsible for driving revenue growth for the Graduate School of Business and Leadership’s (GSB&L) Executive Education and Short Course portfolio by proactively identifying, developing, and converting client opportunities. The role builds a strong pipeline across industries and sectors, positioning the GSB&L as a trusted partner for customized and open-enrollment learning solutions. The consultant provides deep market insights, cultivates corporate relationships, and collaborates with internal stakeholders to craft compelling value propositions. The role ensures a seamless handover to programme operations and contributes to GSB&L’s reputation for quality, responsiveness, and impact.

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