Business Communication & Business Development Manager

About the role

The Human Capital Office of Al Akhawayn University is recruiting a Business Communication & Business Development Manager for the School of Business Administration (SBA). The position reports directly to the Associate Dean of the School of Business Administration and is open to permanent full-time internal staff and external applicants. Internal applicants must obtain prior written approval from the Dean, Director or Head of Department.

Key responsibilities

• Communications: work with Program Directors and leadership to promote SBA programs, develop and implement the SBA communication and branding strategy, prepare newsletters, press releases, speeches and official correspondence, and manage the SBA website and social media.
• Develop communication materials for students and faculty on deadlines, procedures, policies, programs and courses.
• Business development: identify and cultivate partnerships with corporations, professional associations and alumni, support SBA events (conferences, forums, networking sessions) through outreach and promotion, and manage sponsorship opportunities and research-based consulting prospects.
• Draft MoUs, partnership reports and business proposals, and provide logistical support for business-facing events.
• Internal coordination: collate and format reports for internal units such as OIRE and annual reports, coordinate with university communication units to align messaging, facilitate communication between faculty, staff, students and administration, and support special projects and Dean's Office initiatives.

Required profile

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Communication, Marketing or a related field.
• Minimum 2-5 years' experience in communication, corporate relations or business development.
• Proficiency in English and French (Arabic is an asset).
• Experience in higher education or corporate training preferred.

Required skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication, strong networking and relationship-building, strategic thinking and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, web and digital communication tools (social media, email campaigns, CRM) and graphic design.

Applications close on 06 November 2026. Candidates apply online with a letter of application and CV; screening begins as soon as possible and shortlisted candidates are invited to interview.