Senior Business Developer – Strategic Partnerships & Investor Relations

Company: IQ-TECH LLC Location: Doha, Qatar – Qatar Science & Technology Park (QSTP) Employment: Part-time – 5 hours per day Working Days: Sunday to Thursday Monthly Salary: QAR 2,500–3,000 Work Arrangement: Primarily on-site at QSTP About IQ-TECH IQ-TECH is a Qatar-based technology company developing Esculapio AI, an advanced medical simulation, training and assessment platform combining Artificial Intelligence and immersive technologies. We are building from Qatar with an international vision, with a strong focus on the GCC and global healthcare and academic markets. As we expand our institutional partnerships and fundraising activities, we are looking for an experienced Business Developer – Strategic Partnerships & Investor Relations to work closely with our CEO and leadership team. The Role This is not a traditional sales or lead-generation position. We are looking for a business development professional capable of representing IQ-TECH in high-level discussions with investors, healthcare institutions, universities, government and semi-government entities, innovation organizations, and strategic corporate partners. The successful candidate must be an excellent communicator and presenter, capable of understanding complex technology and translating it into a compelling business proposition for different audiences. A significant part of the role will involve pitching, relationship building, strategic partnerships and investor-facing activities. Key Responsibilities Present and pitch IQ-TECH and Esculapio AI to investors, institutions and strategic partners Participate in and progressively manage high-level business meetings Support fundraising activities and investor relations Build relationships with VCs, investors, family offices and other potential financial partners Develop strategic partnerships with hospitals, universities, research institutions and corporate organizations Identify high-value opportunities across Qatar and the GCC Build and maintain relationships with senior decision-makers and institutional stakeholders Prepare and adapt pitch decks, proposals and presentations for different audiences Manage opportunities from initial introduction through follow-up, negotiation and potential agreement Represent IQ-TECH at conferences, business events and institutional meetings when required Work directly with the CEO on strategic growth and market-development initiatives Required Experience & Skills Proven experience in Business Development, Strategic Partnerships, Investor Relations, Corporate Development or a comparable role Experience dealing directly with senior executives and decision-makers Strong business pitching and presentation skills Excellent spoken and written English Strong communication, negotiation and relationship-management skills Ability to understand complex technology and communicate its commercial and strategic value Professional presence and confidence in high-level meetings Ability to independently manage relationships and follow-up activities Understanding of technology companies, startups and innovation ecosystems Highly Preferred Arabic language proficiency Professional experience in Qatar and/or the GCC Existing professional network in Qatar and the wider GCC Previous relationships with VCs, investors, family offices or institutional investors Experience supporting fundraising or investment processes Experience dealing with government or semi-government organizations Experience with hospitals, universities or research institutions Background in HealthTech, AI, XR/VR, SaaS or DeepTech Working Conditions This is a part-time position of 5 hours per day, Sunday through Thursday. The role will be performed primarily on-site at Qatar Science & Technology Park (QSTP) in Doha, where IQ-TECH operates, with external meetings at partner, investor and institutional locations when required. Monthly compensation: QAR 2,500–3,000, depending on experience, background, network and demonstrated capabilities. Because of the nature of the position, candidates must be based in Qatar or able to work regularly from our location in Doha. Who We Are Looking For We are looking for someone who is comfortable sitting across the table from an investor, CEO, hospital executive, university leadership team or institutional representative and participating in a credible business conversation. This position requires more than prospecting or generating leads. You should be able to understand the stakeholder, adapt the pitch, communicate the strategic and commercial value of our technology, build trust and help move relationships toward concrete partnerships, business opportunities or investment discussions. This role is not intended for candidates whose experience is primarily limited to cold calling, mass outreach or basic lead generation. How to Apply Along with your CV, please briefly describe: Your experience in strategic business development Your experience presenting or pitching to senior stakeholders Your experience with investors and/or fundraising Your experience in Qatar or GCC markets Languages spoken One concrete example of a strategic partnership, investment opportunity or major business relationship you personally helped develop Only candidates whose experience is aligned with the responsibilities of the position will be considered. Show more Show less