SVP, New Business Development - Educational Book Printing - Africa/Asia
At Mood Group, we take pride in partnering with industry-leading organisations to attract top-tier executive talent. Our latest assignment involves representing a prominent printing & packaging business that has established itself as a key player in the educational print sector across the GCC, Africa and Asia. This innovative enterprise is renowned for their dedication to delivering high-quality print and digital solutions tailored to the educational sector. Operating in several emerging markets, they offer exciting growth and career development opportunities for driven professionals seeking to make a meaningful impact in these dynamic regions. Expanding with a focus on Africa and Asia means that joining this organisation opens doors to vibrant markets, impactful projects, and an enriching lifestyle working alongside some of the industry’s most forward-thinking experts.
Role Overview: We are seeking a highly strategic and well-connected Senior Vice President of New Business Development – Educational Book Printing to spearhead growth beyond the UAE, targeting high-potential markets within MENA, Africa, and Central Asia. This executive role reports directly to the Education Vertical Head and works closely with the Chief Commercial Officer, playing a pivotal role in opening market access, forging key strategic partnerships, and driving revenue through innovative sales channels including B2G/G2G engagements, direct school sales, and bundled education solutions. You will be responsible for defining market entry strategies, developing partnerships with ministries, publishers, EdTech companies, and large school operators, as well as leading proposals, tenders, and pilot projects in target territories such as Rwanda, Tanzania, Nigeria, Iraq, Uzbekistan, and beyond. Experience in the print, EdTech, or publishing sectors within emerging markets, coupled with a proven ability to originate and close complex institutional deals, will be essential. Key deliverables include establishing a strong pipeline of print and digital solutions, orchestrating partner collaborations, and designing scalable pilots with clear success metrics that lead to recurring revenue streams. A strategic mindset complemented by operational finesse will be key to thriving in this role.
Ideal Candidate Profile: The ideal candidate will bring over 15 years of international experience in business development within education services, publishing, EdTech, or related sectors in emerging markets. A successful track record of securing high-value deals with ministries, education authorities, donor agencies, and large school networks is crucial. They will possess a bachelor’s degree at minimum, with an advanced qualification such as an MBA, Master’s in Education Management, or Public Policy highly preferred. Demonstrating expertise in market entry strategy, proposal leadership, stakeholders engagement, and commercial modelling, the candidate should be well-versed in forging cross-sector partnerships and managing complex sales cycles across multiple geographies. Experience in emerging markets, especially within Africa or Central Asia, and familiarity with government tender processes, donor-funded programs, or PPP initiatives will strongly differentiate applicants. The successful individual will be a confident leader, an influential negotiator, and an innovative thinker, ready to cultivate relationships that generate sustainable growth and impact.
Ready to leverage your expertise in a strategic leadership role where your efforts truly make a difference? Apply now and tell us in a few words why you are the perfect fit to lead our client's expansion into transformative education markets. Showcase your unique experience, your passion for education and print, and your readiness to drive growth across emerging regions. We’re excited to connect talented, visionary professionals with this outstanding opportunity to shape the future of educational publishing in vibrant global markets.
www.moodgroup.co.uk #moodgroup #moodgroupjobs #print #education #jobsinprint #africa #gcc #asia #publishers #SVP