Market Development Consultant (Corporate Partnerships) RFP

IREX•Washington, DC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

IREX is seeking high-performing Market Development Consultants to drive new corporate partnerships and revenue growth. This is a results-driven role for senior business development professionals with a strong network and proven ability to source and close deals. Consultants will lead the full lifecycle of corporate engagement—from identifying opportunities to closing partnerships—aligned with IREX’s global mission and strategic priorities. This RFP is intended to select multiple applicants from the applications.

Requirements

Proven track record in closing corporate partnerships or sales deals
Strong network in industries aligned with social impact, education, or global development
Entrepreneurial, self-directed, and results-driven
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
Demonstrated experience to convert leads into signed agreements
Exceptional collaboration skills and a proven track record of working effectively with non-technical staff at all levels.
Professional interpersonal and communication skills in English (written and oral), including a demonstrated ability to promote IREX offerings to partners.
At least 10 years of experience in business development, corporate outreach, strategic partnerships
Experience across a variety of funders
Ability to meet compressed deadlines and participate in rapid review cycles
Professional English writing/editing proficiency

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred
Other languages are an advantage

Responsibilities

Identify and engage prospective corporate partners
Lead outreach, introductions, and relationship-building efforts
Advance opportunities through the full business development lifecycle
Support negotiation and finalization of partnerships (IREX retains signing authority)
Provide strategic advice on revenue-generating opportunities
Deliver monthly progress updates and pipeline reporting