Business Development Associate - Mexico (Remote/Consultant)

Generation

1d • Remote

About The Position

Generation is a global nonprofit organization dedicated to changing lives through employment by supporting adults in achieving economic mobility. We partner with governments, employers, and other system actors to train and place adult learners into careers that might otherwise be inaccessible. Generation also conducts research and shares data insights on workforce transition topics to inform stakeholders. Since its launch in 2015, Generation has served over 150,000 graduates and partnered with 23,000 employers across 50 professions and 17 countries. Our programs typically support individuals with a secondary school background, with 52% female graduates, 28% having dependents, and a majority identifying with underrepresented communities. Graduates see significant improvements in employment rates and earnings, with an 88% job placement rate within six months of program completion and average earnings 3-4 times their previous income.

This Business Development Associate role is a remote, contractor position based in Mexico City, Mexico, with availability for in-person events. The role will work closely with the BD Manager in Colombia, starting in May 2026 and ending in December 2027. The primary focus is to identify and qualify opportunities to expand Generation’s reach with employer partners in Mexico, building a robust pipeline of high-quality employer leads.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in any field with a solid academic record.
• 1-2 years of professional working experience in sales, business development, or lead generation.
• Up-to-date understanding of lead generation tools and techniques, e.g., CRM, LinkedIn Sales Navigator.
• Advanced user of Microsoft Excel and other project management tools.
• Fluent Spanish.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, written, and verbal skills with a high capacity for task follow-up.
• Outstanding planning, self-management, and time organization skills.
• Proactivity and active listening ability.
• Ability to identify and qualify leads based on strategic priorities.
• Comfort in conducting outreach and building relationships with diverse stakeholders.
• Experience in sales or partnership development, either formally or informally.
• Passionate about supporting social impact initiatives.
• Very open-minded, adaptable, and communicative when providing feedback.

Nice To Haves

• Intermediate English level is a plus.
• Reliable WiFi for remote work.

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify opportunities to expand Generation’s reach and impact with employer partners in Mexico.
• Leverage industry insights and strong interpersonal skills to support the BD & Partnerships team in building a robust pipeline of high-quality employer leads.
• Conduct research to identify potential employers and build a database of leads and contacts across various industries.
• Qualify leads based on alignment with Generation’s mission and program goals, ensuring they meet strategic criteria.
• Initiate outreach via email, phone, and other communication channels to establish connections with potential partners.
• Assist in developing materials and presentations to support BD efforts.
• Prepare and present weekly reports to monitor the progress and effectiveness of lead generation initiatives.
• Update the CRM database (Salesforce) with detailed information on leads, outreach efforts, and outcomes.
• Track the status of opportunities by conducting follow-ups and documenting feedback from potential partners.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees