Business Development Representative - Climate
VIDA
- Kenya
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Use tools such as DevelopmentAid to identify new climate-related opportunities for VIDA.
- Develop opportunities through conversations with donors and partners.
- Qualify leads by assessing needs, budgets and alignment with VIDA’s climate work.
- Track developments in the climate sector, including new programmes, funding streams and donor priorities.
- Monitor competitor activities to identify gaps in the market.
- Track the activities of potential partners, including engineering firms and other consultancies active in climate risk, resilience and adaptation.
- Prepare outreach materials (slide decks, one-pagers, and tailored emails) to support engagement with prospective partners.
- Engage directly with potential partners to explore collaboration opportunities.
- Help maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective partners through regular communication and follow-up.
- Support the development of partnership agreements and contributions to joint proposals.
- Keep VIDA’s CRM (HubSpot) accurate and up to date, ensuring climate opportunities are well-tracked and visible to the wider BD team.
- Report on the outcomes of climate-related proposals and tenders.
- Write and coordinate technical and financial proposals for climate-focused clients such as the Global Center for Adaptation, Green Climate Fund, World Bank and other key donors.
- Work with VIDA’s Data Solutions and Product teams to gather technical inputs for climate projects.
- Prepare tailored business development materials (slide decks, one-pagers, case studies) highlighting VIDA’s climate work.
- Keep materials current by updating information on VIDA’s climate portfolio, geographic reach and recent project successes.
- You hold a Master’s degree in a relevant field such as environmental science, climate studies, geography, international development, or public policy. A Master’s degree is preferred, but not essential if you bring sufficient sector experience.
- You bring at least 2 years of professional experience, with direct exposure to business development.
- You have strong knowledge of climate-related topics, including but not limited to physical climate risk, adaptation, and resilience.
- You are familiar with international climate processes and frameworks (e.g., NDCs, COP, climate finance mechanisms).
- You understand climate hazard data and geospatial information.
- You have engaged with donors and stakeholders in the climate resilience and adaptation space (e.g., GCA, GCF).
- You have a track record of securing new opportunities through tenders or direct procurement, and are familiar with donor procurement cycles and funding processes.
- You can write and speak confidently about topics such as climate risk, adaptation, and resilience for different audiences.
- You bring strong communication and relationship-building skills with strategic partners.
- You are able to persuade and influence effectively to position VIDA in key conversations.
- You are comfortable working across different geographies and cultural contexts.
- Mission: VIDA is more than just another software company. As our work goes beyond lines of code and interfaces you’ll have the chance to create tangible impact in real lives.
- Impact & growth: It’s an exciting time to join us! Shape our success story and company culture from the ground up and see the direct influence of your work.
- Diversity: Our team's diversity is truly exceptional. With more than 15 nationalities on board already today and team members spread across the globe, you'll connect and learn from a wide range of perspectives.
- Participation in our VSOP program: At VIDA, all team members are included in our VSOP program, ensuring everyone shares in our success.
- Fully remote working & flexibility: We're strong advocates of autonomy and flexibility. We allow you to determine when and where you get your stuff done most effectively.
- Tech & tools: We understand the importance of having the right tools to empower your work and will provide you with the latest technology and tools.
- Educational & setup budget: 500€ educational budget per year that you can use for any kind of learning resource & 500€ setup budget for any equipment of your choice.
- 28 vacation days + public holidays in your country of residence.
In case your experience doesn’t fit all of the criteria, make sure to get in touch anyways!About usVIDA is a software to evaluate the climate and ESG risks and manage the impact of infrastructure anywhere in the world. It is used by investors, governments and companies. We work for a world where every single dollar that is spent on achieving sustainability goals is properly accounted for.We are a very diverse team promoting inclusivity. We are spread across Europe and Africa, counting more than 15 different nationalities.