Business Development Associate
Content + Source + Freshness • 13 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
High value position due to the blend of business development roles in the nonprofit sector, promoting social impact through strategic partnerships.
- Exciting role with the chance to influence social change
- Clear career development pathways
- Integration with diverse local stakeholders
- Dynamic and potentially demanding work environment
Pros
- Opportunity to impact social change directly
- Possibility of developing cross-sector partnerships
- Diverse work environment with community engagement
Cons
- May require high adaptability to changing environments
- Compensation may be lower due to nonprofit sector norms
- Need for strong negotiation skills may create pressure
Who it's for
Mid-level • Hybrid (office and field)
Good fit
- Experienced business developers in nonprofit sectors
- Individuals looking to make a social impact
- Strong communicators with networking skills
Not recommended for
- Entry-level professionals or new graduates
- Those without interest in community service
- Individuals preferring strictly corporate roles
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
Position Summary
We at ASSIST Vietnam 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, contacting clients, selling our services, closing the deal and building client relationships.
Key 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, negotiating, 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 and Vietnamese, 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.
