Position Overview

The position is tenable at the Business Incubation Centre. The Business Development Officer reports directly to Business Incubation Center Manager. The position is offered as a fixed-term contract for a period of three years, with the possibility of renewal based on performance.

Key Roles and Responsibilities

1. Working with startups at the hub according to the frameworks and mechanisms as outlined by the Incubator leadership team.
2. Monitoring business performance of portfolio start-ups, interface with other stakeholders, and provide industry connections.
3. Regularly interacting and coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure program performance.
4. Looking for newer avenues of partnerships and bring the same to the leadership team for further action.
5. Working towards overall startup community mobilization and outreach.
6. Ensuring that the program reaches out to relevant ecosystem stakeholders.
7. Managing and supporting internal and external communication as needed for the program. This will also include maintaining communication with the Partners’ communications officer as and when required.
8. Interacting and maintaining relationships with portfolio companies, mentors, and partners.
9. Ensuring preparation of necessary portfolio reports for both internal and external purposes.
10. Ensuring smooth day-to-day overall functioning of the incubator, by coordinating with Finance, Admin, Marketing, HR, and other relevant team members.
11. Actively participating in events, seminars, and workshops for building and sharing knowledge.
12. Ensuring coordination with relevant team members within the organisation
13. Assist in preparing reports related to the Centre activities e.g. incubates performance, milestones and any required report.
14. Provide administrative support to the manager ensuring that office operations run smoothly.

Minimum Education Qualifications and Experience

1. Bachelor’s degree in Design/ Business Administration/ Technology/Computer Science/Engineering, Entrepreneurship/Project Management, or relevant disciplines from a recognized accredited and reputable institution.
2. At least 2 years of relevant experience in business development, enterprise support, or project implementation.
3. Strong understanding of MSME development, value chain approaches, and financial literacy.
4. Excellent facilitation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.

Required Skills and Qualities

1. Familiar with office software (e.g., Microsoft Office)
2. Ability to plan, manage multiple tasks, prioritize duties, and meet deadlines.
3. Good verbal and written communication skills
4. Excellent organizational skills, with attention to detail.
5. A positive attitude and team-oriented.

Method of Application

Applications with three traceable referees should be sent by Friday 27th November, 2026 to talentsearch@mubas.ac.mw or The Registrar, MUBAS, P/Bag 303, Chichiri, Blantyre 3. Applicants should indicate the position applied for in the subject line of their emails and the application package should be merged as one document. Please note that hard copy applications are not allowed.