Business Development Unit

Our core mandate is to find sources of local funding within Nigeria, strengthen collaboration with the private sector, and support internal ventures

Activities 

1. Identifying and Recommending Contract/Tender Opportunities: We monitor and share relevant tenders with appropriate IHVN units and departments, supporting them in assessing feasibility and developing winning proposals.
2. Commercialisation of IHVN Products and Services: This includes managing and expanding revenue streams through:

• Laboratory testing and equipment calibration
• Laboratory equipment maintenance contracts
• Specialised scientific training programs (e.g., statistical and epidemiological data analysis)
• Information Technology services
•  In-house inventions such as Watersafe and Action Meal

3. Managing IHVN-Owned Ventures and Facilities: We oversee and optimise business operations in:

• The IHVN Guest House
• The IHVN Cafeteria and Restaurant
• The IHVN Conference and Training Halls
• The IHVN Gym
• The IHVN Creche

4. Seeking out opportunities to collaborate with other organisations within the organisation’s scope of interest.
5. Collaborating with corporate organisations through their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs.
6. Idea Incubation and Business Planning Support:We work with internal units to conceptualise business ideas, write and review business proposals and marketing plans, assess financial feasibility, and provide support for the successful execution of ventures.
7. Digital and Communications Strategy for BDU Ventures:We are integrating social media and digital marketing to promote BDU-managed services and facilities for improved visibility and profitability.

Unit contact email: [email protected]