Global MapAid is dedicated to reducing poverty by leveraging AI-powered technology to identify groundwater sources for small-scale farmers in Africa. They are seeking a volunteer Business Development Manager to identify and engage prospective donors and partners, create proposals, and foster relationships to secure funding and partnerships. This role involves developing strategic plans to expand the organization's outreach and collaborating with the leadership team to align fundraising strategies with the organizational goals and mission.
Responsibilities:
- Identify and engage prospective donors and partners
- Create proposals and foster relationships to secure funding and partnerships
- Develop strategic plans to expand the organization's outreach and visibility
- Collaborate with the leadership team to align fundraising strategies with organizational goals and mission
Requirements:
- Experience in identifying funding opportunities, securing partnerships, and nurturing donor relationships
- Strong interpersonal skills to engage with stakeholders, partners, and donors effectively
- Ability to develop and implement actionable business development plans that drive results
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including crafting compelling proposals and presentations
- A strong interest in humanitarian work and an understanding of issues related to poverty, water access, and agriculture
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment with minimal supervision and adapt to evolving priorities
- Relevant experience in nonprofit sector or social enterprise is a plus