Business Development Officer Job at Emel Hospitals Limited

Emel Hospitals Limited, Festac Town, Lagos, Nigeria is a multi-specialists’ hospital, situated at 21 Road, Z Close in Festac Town, Amuwo Odofin Local Government Lagos, Nigeria. Emel Hospital is a purpose-built 44 bed hospital situated on a piece of land specially approved for its purpose by the Federal Housing Authority. Emel Hospital was established in 1988 by Dr. Olufemi Mobolaji-Lawal, a consultant paediatrician. Dr. Mobolaji-Lawal trained as a doctor at the University College Hospital, Ibadan and as a paediatrician in the United Kingdom. Prior to setting Emel Hospital, he worked for some time as consultant paediatrician at Ikeja General Hospital (now Lagos State University Teaching Hospital), Lagos. He is the board chairman and his wife, Dr. (Mrs) Margaret Mobolaji-Lawal is a non-executive director.

The hospital was declared open on the 9th of December 1988 by the then Honorable Minister of Health of Nigeria, Prof. Olikoye Ransome-Kuti. It is the first private hospital in Lagos, Nigeria to be designated “Baby Friendly Hospital” by the Federal Ministry of Health in 1993. We are a well-recognized and foremost pediatric referral centre in Amuwo Odofin area and its environs, as well as providing general medical care and specialist services in obstetrics and gynaecology, internal medicine and various surgical specialities. Our facility is fully computerized and staffed with professionals to deliver excellent primary medical and specialist's services. We actively promote excellence with a view to ensuring complete client satisfaction at all times.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Position: Business Development Officer

Job Location: Festac, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Department: Administration
Reports To: Hospital Manager / Management Team

Job Summary

• The Business Development Officer (BDO) is responsible for driving growth and visibility of Emel Hospitals Ltd through effective marketing of hospital services and clinical specialties.
• The officer will identify new business opportunities, strengthen existing relationships, and promote the hospital’s facilities such as the ICU, HDU, Executive Wards, Theatre, Clinics, and other service units.

Key Responsibilities

• Promote all hospital services and specialties to HMOs, corporate and individual clients.
• Develop and implement marketing strategies to increase patient inflow and service utilization.
• Conduct regular visits to organizations, HMOs, and referral sources to maintain strong partnerships.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities and service areas.
• Coordinate hospital outreach, campaigns, and health awareness programs.
• Monitor market trends, competition, and customer feedback for continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with clinical and administrative teams to package and communicate hospital services effectively.
• Prepare and present weekly and monthly marketing performance reports.
• Support digital marketing and branding initiatives to enhance visibility and reputation.
• Represent the hospital professionally at external functions, health fairs, and corporate engagements.

Qualifications & Requirements

• B.Sc. or HND in Marketing, Business Administration, or any related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in business development.
• Proven record of achieving marketing or business growth targets.
• Strong communication, presentation, and relationship management skills.
• Good knowledge of hospital operations and service lines (ICU, HDU, Theatre, etc.).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools and basic digital marketing.
• Self-driven, goal-oriented, and able to work with minimal supervision.

Core Competencies:

• Strategic Marketing and Sales
• Client Relationship Management
• Negotiation and Communication Skills
• Creativity and Initiative
• Team Collaboration.

Salary
N150,000 - N180,000 Monthly. 

Method of Application 
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CV to: hr@emelhospital.org using the Job Position as the subject of the mail.
Or
Submit in person to;
Emel Hospitals Limited,
Z Close, 21 Road,
Festac Town, Lagos