]The Business Development Officer at Basiyo will play a pivotal role in expanding our reach and strengthening partnerships with hosts and other industry players. This person will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, managing relationships with partners, and contributing to the growth of Basiyo’s platform. The role requires a proactive, strategic thinker who understands both the tourism industry and the dynamics of online booking platforms. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about travel, knowledgeable about the Nepalese market, and excited to work in a startup environment. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop Strategic Alliances: Establish partnerships with local business, travel agencies, tour operators that can enhance the value of Basiyo’s offerings. 
• Brand Partnerships and Influencer Marketing: Identify and collaborate with relevant brands, influencers, and local businesses to expand Basiyo’s reach and credibility within Nepal’s travel industry. 
• Sales and Outreach: Actively reach out to potential partners and hosts through various channels, including networking events, trade shows, and digital outreach. 
• Identify and Secure Partnerships: Develop and maintain relationships with local hosts, property managers, and hospitality providers to expand Basiyo’s property listings. 
• Market Expansion: Explore opportunities to expand Basiyo’s presence in various regions across Nepal, ensuring a diverse and high-quality range of accommodation options for travelers. 
• Data-Driven Strategy: Analyze market trends, competition, and user behavior to help shape Basiyo’s business development strategy and improve our value proposition. 
• Onboarding and Training: Guide new hosts through the onboarding process, ensuring they understand Basiyo’s platform, policies, and best practices to optimize their listing’s performance. 
• Promotional Campaigns: Work closely with the marketing team to develop and implement promotional campaigns that highlight Basiyo’s unique accommodations and services. 
• Customer Feedback Integration: Gather and communicate feedback from hosts and partners to continuously enhance the Basiyo platform and service offerings. 
• Report on KPIs and Growth Metrics: Track and report on metrics related to partner acquisition, retention, and revenue growth, adjusting strategies as needed to achieve targets.

• Proven success with digital marketing strategies, including SEO, SEM, social media, email marketing, and content marketing. 
• Strong analytical skills and proficiency with marketing analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics, etc.). 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 
• Experience with brand partnerships and influencer marketing. 
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, startup environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously. 
• Knowledge of Nepal’s travel market is highly preferred.

• Master’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field. 
• 2-4 years of experience in marketing, ideally in the travel, hospitality, or tech startup industries.