Business Development Associate

Community in Action is a grassroots non-profit non-governmental organization (NGO) located in one of Rio de Janeiro’s largest favela (slum) communities. Our mission is to offer vocational and cultural classes for students of all ages, as well as personal development opportunities for volunteers. The majority of NGOs in Rio offer outreach programs on a service model: slum inhabitants simply use the services others (who live outside the community) deem they need. We implemented a new approach, a new vision — one that fosters the possibility of long-term community change by including residents in the operation of the organization. Currently, slum residents staff the majority of human resource and administrative positions. These present and future community leaders are the volunteers, the teachers, and the administrative teams. This partnering of services, promoting activism and personal development, is founded on the belief that there is a balance and reciprocal relationship between a successful NGO and cooperative community.

After seven years of operating, we have made significant progress in the community where we are located. In January 2012, we will change our business model to begin placing volunteers from around the world in NGOs throughout the favela where we are located. This new business model will be in-line with the tourism growth in Rio de Janeiro over the next few years, leading to the 2014 World Cup and 2016 Olympics. We need a new BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE to help us design and implement our future-state model. It will require strategic planning, marketing, and fundraising support.

We are currently seeking a Business Development Associate to begin as soon as possible for at least a six month period. PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU CAN COMMIT TO THIS AMOUNT OF TIME. This position entails several responsibilities. As the Business Development Associate, you will work directly with the NGO’s founders to seek funds, develop marketing strategies, and create partnerships both in Brazil and abroad. Please note that you do not need to be in Rio de Janeiro to fill this position.

RESPONSIBILTIES:

PLANNING and PROGRAMMING

• Research public and private funding sources, e.g., foundations and for-profit companies
• Act as a Community in Action liaison, communicating with foundations / other funding sources
• Write grant proposals
• Develop program descriptions and budgets
• Develop marketing strategies to recruit international volunteers
• Solicit contributions and help organize fundraising campaigns
• Search other revenue streams

QUALIFICATIONS:

• B.A./B.S. Degree
• Two years full-time experience (minimum)
• Non-profit fundraising experience (required)
• Research and grant writing experience a plus
• Marketing experience a plus
• Working knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint

This is an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in International Development, Non-Profit Management, or Sustainable Enterprise.

COMMISSION BASED. Please note that due to our not-for-profit goals and means of sustainability, the Business Development Associate will only receive commission based on the funds he/she raises on behalf of Community in Action. In order to fulfill this position, therefore, you are responsible for covering your personal living expenses until fundraising activities help compensate your time. PLEASE ONLY APPLY if you are interested and can support yourself financially, until funds are raised through your efforts. As noted above, development activities can take place outside of Brazil. Percentage breakdowns will be discussed during the interview process.

This is an excellent opportunity for anyone interested in International Development, Non-Profit Management, or Sustainable Enterprise.

To apply for the Community in Action Business Associate position, please email a brief statement-of-interest and resumé to: zakpaster@hotmail.com

For additional information, please visit our website at www.communityinaction.org