Social Enterprise Business Developer

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 76,000 - 101,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Professional development

Networking opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a seasoned Social Enterprise Business Developer for a non-profit client in Kimberley. The role blends remote strategic work with on-site engagement to build sustainable social enterprises that generate revenue while addressing community needs.

You will craft business plans, secure funding, oversee launches, and mentor managers, while forging partnerships with community leaders and government agencies to ensure impact and compliance.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• 7+ years in business development, entrepreneurship, venture capital, or management consulting with a social impact focus.
• Proven track record in developing and launching successful businesses or social enterprises.
• Strong financial modeling and analysis skills.
• Experience in fundraising and securing investment.
• Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify, research, and evaluate potential social enterprise opportunities aligned with the organization's mission.
• Develop comprehensive business plans, including market analysis, financial projections, and operational strategies.
• Secure start-up funding through grants, impact investors, and other sources.
• Oversee the launch and initial operations of new social enterprises.
• Provide ongoing business development support, mentorship, and guidance to social enterprise managers.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including community leaders, government agencies, and business partners in Kimberley .
• Monitor the financial performance and social impact of social enterprises.
• Develop strategies for scaling successful enterprises.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legal and regulatory frameworks.
• Conduct market research and identify trends relevant to social enterprise development.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Communication

Financial modeling

Fundraising

Project management

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking non-profit organization dedicated to fostering economic empowerment and sustainable development in the Northern Cape, is seeking an experienced Social Enterprise Business Developer. This pivotal role will focus on establishing and growing viable social enterprises that generate revenue while addressing community needs. You will be responsible for identifying opportunities, developing business plans, securing funding, and overseeing the launch and operation of these ventures. This is a hybrid position, requiring a blend of remote strategic work and on-site engagement in Kimberley and surrounding areas to connect with communities and partners. The ideal candidate possesses a strong business acumen, a passion for social impact, and proven experience in entrepreneurship or business development.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, research, and evaluate potential social enterprise opportunities aligned with the organization's mission.
• Develop comprehensive business plans, including market analysis, financial projections, and operational strategies.
• Secure start-up funding through grants, impact investors, and other sources.
• Oversee the launch and initial operations of new social enterprises.
• Provide ongoing business development support, mentorship, and guidance to social enterprise managers.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including community leaders, government agencies, and business partners in Kimberley .
• Monitor the financial performance and social impact of social enterprises.
• Develop strategies for scaling successful enterprises.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legal and regulatory frameworks.
• Conduct market research and identify trends relevant to social enterprise development.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Business Administration, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in business development, entrepreneurship, venture capital, or management consulting, with a significant focus on social impact.
• Proven track record in developing and launching successful businesses or social enterprises.
• Strong financial modeling and analysis skills.
• Experience in fundraising and securing investment.
• Excellent strategic thinking, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.
• Strong leadership and project management capabilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly.
• Familiarity with the economic landscape and opportunities in the Northern Cape .
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, balancing remote strategic work with necessary on-site activities.
• Passion for social innovation and community development.

Benefits

This role offers a competitive annual salary of ZAR , commensurate with your extensive experience and expertise in business development. The hybrid nature of this position provides flexibility, allowing for remote strategic planning while maintaining vital on-site engagement. Our client provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement benefits, and generous paid time off. You will have access to ongoing professional development and networking opportunities. This is an exciting opportunity to drive sustainable economic change and create meaningful employment within the Kimberley region. Join a dynamic and mission-driven organization.