Job Opportunity for Business Development Associate at ASSIST in Chennai

We are looking for an energetic Business Development Associate to join our team! As a Business
Development Associate, you will be responsible for conducting market research, promoting
company and building client relationships.

Responsibilities:

● Conduct market research and identify potential clients and donors.

● Pursue and cultivate key partnerships with various local stakeholders, and maintain relationships with current and potential clients.

● Create new business opportunities by presenting our capability, expertise, and experience in achieving social impact (Services and Original Social Actions).

● Achieve the above through activities including presenting, negotiating, contracting, and reporting in accordance with our client/donor requirements.

● Establish linkages with beneficiary groups and community partners to facilitate effective implementation by the project team

● Support and conceptualization and implementation of business development strategy with the team.

● Attend and represent the organization at online and offline meetings, events, and conferences to grow the brand recognition and awareness of ASSIST.

Requirements:

● At least a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Sales, Marketing, or other similar courses.

● At least 1-2 years working experience in business development or similar fields, preferably in the nonprofit or civil society sector.

● Keen interest in development work and being part of creating sustainable impact

● Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with creative bent and commercial awareness.

● Excellent interpersonal and networking skills, with a proficiency in negotiating.

● Strong organizational skills, particularly in attention to detail, time management, and coordination of multiple clients simultaneously.

● Highly professional attitude, responsible, independent, able to work in fast-paced environments and meet urgent deadlines

● Adept at analyzing, breaking down, organizing, and articulating complex ideas, concept, and instructions in written and verbal mediums

● Proficient in Microsoft Office, Google Suite and other relevant software.