Business Development Senior Associate – Beirut, Dakar, Nairobi, or Tunis. CDI NOUVEAU
Voluntas
Business Development Senior Associate at Voluntās Meaningful Societies – based in Beirut, Dakar, Nairobi, or Tunis
About Voluntās (Latin: will, goal, purpose, meaning)
Voluntas was created from the fundamental belief that all human beings have the inherent right to live a meaningful life. That is why we exist: To realize human potential in all corridors of life – making every workplace, community, and country on the planet full of hope and dignity.
Voluntas specializes in providing meaningful strategy, research, and evaluation advisory services in developing countries, conflict zones, fragile states, and transitional environments. With a proven track record of implementing projects in partnership with UN agencies, the EU, USAID, and other international organizations, we focus on generating evidence to inform strategic thinking, fact-based policy options, and operational decision-making. Our goal is to have a positive, sustainable impact on populations affected by crisis, improving their living standards and access to rights. Voluntas is currently present in Beirut, Copenhagen, Kyiv, Mumbai, Nairobi, Port Sudan, and Tunis.
To-date, Voluntas has implemented over 200 projects in volatile regions including needs assessments, perception studies, contextual analysis, and monitoring and evaluation. We work on thematic areas such as the environment and climate change, conflict resolution, employment, food security, gender, governance, human rights, migration, political economy, prevention of violent extremism, public health, WASH, and youth.
We are currently looking for a highly motivated individual to support the growth of our portfolio in existing and new geographies. The ideal candidate will have excellent writing skills, a go-getter spirit, and 4-5 years’ experience working on business development for international organizations or private international companies working in development/consultancy together with an experience of developing large scale proposals for major donors such as EU entities, FCDO, UN agencies and Gulf Countries.
Your Ethics
· You put honesty above compassion
· You put self-awareness above self-confidence
· You put facts above assumptions
· You put aspirations and hard work above good intentions
Your Responsibilities
· Lead market research to identify potential business opportunities
· Proactively support the identification of specific tender opportunities
· Lead, develop and submit proposals (technical and financial) ensuring they align with client needs and organizational goals in collaboration with colleagues.
· Actively contribute to efficiencies in proposal development and submission.
· Lead the imagination of innovative dream projects for colleagues to subsequently deliver
· Lead, coordinate and develop pitch materials and presentations
· Collaborate with colleagues from brand and communication and thematic areas to contribute to our visibility/raising our profile
· Support and mentor junior staff based across different offices
· Stay updated on industry trends, market conditions, and best practices through continuous learning and professional development.
Main Competencies
· Proven experience in leading business development initiatives as part of larger bi- and multilateral donor programs or procurement tenders
· Thrives in an environment with a high level of self-determination and imagination (i.e. little to no bureaucracy)
· Intellectual curiosity and inquisitiveness
· Strong project management, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills
· Results- and quality-oriented mindset
· High level of personal initiative, accountability, and a strong work ethic
· Ability to work independently as well as within a team
· Excellent written and spoken English (other languages are also an advantage)
· Good knowledge of Microsoft Office suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
· Masters in relevant field
Advantage:
· Familiarity with visualization/graphic tools
What we offer
– Start date: August/September
– Open ended contract with a three months’ probation period
– Salary based on location and experience.
– Vacation: Six weeks (30 working days) per year accrued with 2,5 days per month
– One meaningfulness day per year
– Development of personal human potential development plan
– Participation in Voluntas Education Program
– Participation in Voluntas Office Exchange program
– Participation in annual Cultural Curiosity Camp
– Flexible working hours and arrangements
– IT equipment (computer and other as needed)
How to apply
How to apply
Don’t let the fact that you do not tick all boxes stop you from applying. At Voluntas we are committed to creating a diverse environment. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and a community of colleagues from all continents and varied backgrounds.
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply irrespective of race, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or veteran status.
Interested candidates should send a resume (CV), grade transcript, and a cover letter (maximum one page) addressing the three points below:
1. A time when something genuinely excited you
2. A business area you would see yourself developing as part of the Voluntas team
3. Describe the three biggest weaknesses you will bring to Voluntās
The cover letter (maximum one page) and CV must be written in English. Selected candidates will be invited for a written test/quantitative assessment followed by interviews to discuss their self-awareness, interests, and experience.
Deadline: June 30st, 2025 for an expected start in August/September 2025.
For any inquiries feel free to contact Dana Fuentes ([email protected]).
