Business Development Officer

Job Summary:

• Looking for candidates available to work:
• Monday: Morning, Afternoon
• Tuesday: Morning, Afternoon
• Wednesday: Morning, Afternoon
• Thursday: Morning, Afternoon
• Friday: Morning, Afternoon
• 2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role.
• Expected salary: $3,500 - $4,500 per month.

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Business Executive to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for generating leads and driving follow-ups in key areas. This role requires exceptional communication and relationship-building skills to close deals with both individual and corporate donors.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead Generation and Follow-up for Donations:

• Identify potential donors, both corporate and individual, to secure donations for the organization.
• Build and maintain relationships with key donors, ensuring timely follow-ups and updates on donation needs.
• Approach corporate companies for corporate social responsibility (CSR) donations and establish partnerships.
• Engage with individual donors to encourage and secure one-time or recurring donations.
• Present compelling proposals and donation packages to prospective donors.
• Maintain donor records and track donations, ensuring a seamless follow-up process.
• Work with the fundraising team to meet or exceed fundraising goals.

• Provide regular updates on lead generation efforts and conversion rates to the management team.
• Manage email, phone, and in-person communications efficiently, ensuring a professional and timely response.
• Assist in preparing reports and presentations related to lead generation and donations.
• Ensure all leads and donations are logged into the CRM system and tracked accurately.

Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in sales, lead generation or business development in the fundraising sector.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to engage and persuade potential clients and donors.
• Experience working with CRM software to track leads and donations (Salesforce or similar preferred).
• Experience in digital marketing.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Goal-oriented with the ability to meet and exceed targets.
• A passion for working with families and supporting community initiatives.

Desired Attributes:

• Empathetic and customer-focused, especially when interacting with donors.
• Proactive in seeking new opportunities for lead generation and donor engagement.
• Creative in developing new outreach strategies for lead generation and donation campaigns.

Education & Experience:

• Diploma / Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or equivalent, Marketing, Communications, or a related field (preferred).
• 2+ years of experience in fundraising, sales, lead generation, or a similar role (non-profit or fundraising).
• Willing to work in the Alexandra area.