Overview
Global Social Innovators (GSI) is a dynamic not-for-profit organisation committed to fostering positive social change through innovative, community-led solutions.
As we continue our growth, we are seeking a Volunteer Business Development Officer to help expand partnerships, diversify funding streams, and build sustainable support for our mission.
This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in business development within the social impact sector while contributing to meaningful, long-term change.
Key Responsibilities
Identifying & Researching Partnerships
- Research businesses, foundations, and organisations aligned with GSI’s mission
- Identify and track opportunities in corporate social responsibility (CSR)
- Build and maintain a pipeline/database of potential partners and sponsors
Developing Outreach & Engagement Strategies
- Create tailored proposals and partnership pitches
- Support outreach campaigns (email, networking, meetings)
- Collaborate with internal teams to align messaging and engagement strategies
Monitoring Trends & Opportunities
- Track CSR and business trends to identify new partnership opportunities
- Analyse competitor partnerships and sector activity
- Provide insights and recommendations to leadership
Supporting Sustainability & Growth
- Help secure long-term partnerships and recurring funding streams
- Identify in-kind partnership opportunities (e.g. pro bono support, sponsorships)
- Contribute to building a sustainable partnership pipeline
Contributing to Strategic Development
- Work with leadership to support growth-stage objectives
- Provide feedback and insights on partnership opportunities
- Support the transition toward long-term, sustainable funding models
About You
Essential:
- Passion for social impact and innovation
- Strong research and analytical skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proactive, self-motivated, and able to work independently
- Interest in or experience with business development, partnerships, or fundraising
Desirable:
- Understanding of corporate social responsibility (CSR)
- Project management or organisational skills
- Networking and relationship-building experience
- Interest in the non-profit or social innovation sector
What Difference Will You Make?
Your work will help GSI:
- Develop impactful social innovation projects
- Empower individuals with lived experience
- Create opportunities for healthier, more independent lives
- Build sustainable systems that support long-term community impact
What You’ll Gain
- Hands-on experience in business development within the non-profit sector
- Opportunity to build professional networks in social impact and CSR
- Experience shaping partnerships that create real-world change
- Flexible, fully remote volunteering
Why Join GSI?
You’ll play a key role in helping a growing organisation build the partnerships and funding needed to scale its impact and support communities globally.
Job Type: Volunteer
Application question(s):
- Please can you confirm that you are aware this is a volunteer role
- Please can you confirm that you can commit to a minimum of 7 hours a week?
Experience:
- Data entry: 2 years (preferred)
- Partnership: 1 year (preferred)
- Business development: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: Remote
