Representative Lima

PUM

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About The Position

PUM is a global organisation that works with a network of 1,200 skilled voluntary experts, collaborating with entrepreneurs in 26 countries and 12 programmes to strengthen business ecosystems and create economic, social, and environmental value. It works with SMEs and organisations that support them.

The Representative in Lima is part of the Peru country team, which includes a country manager and five other representatives across Peru. The role identifies potential SME clients in and around Lima, promotes PUM’s mission, builds trust with entrepreneurs and local partners, and serves as the first point of contact for clients. The Representative helps entrepreneurs pursue sustainable and inclusive business growth and coordinates their collaboration with PUM experts.

This is a flexible part-time role on an independent-contractor basis, intended as a supplementary engagement rather than a primary source of income. The expected commitment is approximately 6–15 hours per week, while the qualifications section asks for availability of approximately 5–16 hours per week across multiple days. Remuneration is a monthly basic amount of €125 for local travel, communication, and basic operational costs, plus €500 for each successful project. The contractor is responsible for their own taxes, social security contributions, insurance, and other applicable statutory obligations. Reference checks and a declaration of good conduct are part of the selection process.

Requirements

• At least 10 years of proven success building and maintaining customer relationships, including strong acquisition and project management skills.
• Deep knowledge of Peru’s socio-economic context, language, and culture.
• Experience as an entrepreneur and a strategic approach to building a client portfolio.
• Strong interview and listening skills to uncover client needs and translate them into opportunities.
• Fluency in English and Spanish, with excellent communication skills.
• Availability for approximately 5–16 hours per week, spread across multiple days.
• Confidence using digital tools, particularly Microsoft 365.
• Residence in Lima.
• Reference checks and a declaration of good conduct are part of the selection process.

Responsibilities

• Acquire new SME clients whose work aligns with PUM’s mission.
• Build and maintain networks with key stakeholders, including business clubs, entrepreneurs, and professionals.
• Partner with entrepreneurs pursuing sustainable and inclusive business growth.
• Coordinate collaboration between entrepreneurs and PUM experts to support smooth project implementation.
• Deliver a minimum of 12 successful projects per year.
• Promote PUM’s mission, build trust with entrepreneurs and local partners, and act as the first point of contact for clients.

Benefits

• Continuous learning through connecting with diverse people and cultures.
• Access to a professional network of approximately 1,200 volunteers and opportunities to grow an international network.
• Opportunity to use expertise to make a tangible impact on businesses.
• International exposure in a multicultural environment.
• Opportunity to contribute to sustainable community development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed