Business Development Associate – Training Centers

Job Title: Business Development Associate – Training Centers

Location: Jakarta/Greater Jakarta (Primarily Onsite, Flexible Work-From-Home Options)
Organization: Wadhwani Foundation – Wadhwani Skilling Network (Indonesia)

About Us:

At Wadhwani Foundation, we’re on a mission to create meaningful impact by empowering millions of Indonesians with the skills they need to thrive in the workforce. Through our Wadhwani Skilling Network, we provide free, AI-powered upskilling programs in soft skills, combined with offline initiatives, to bridge the gap between job seekers and employers. We work closely with academia, vocational institutes, government bodies, and industry partners to ensure our graduates are job-ready and employers find the talent they need.

We’re a well-funded, philanthropic organization with a bold goal: to place 3 million Indonesians in jobs by 2030. Join us if you’re passionate about creating real change and enjoy the fast-paced, accountable, and collaborative culture of a startup.

What You’ll Do:

As a Business Development Associate – Training Centers, you’ll focus on building partnerships with academia, vocational high schools, and training centers to ensure a steady pipeline of job-ready graduates.

1. Build Training Center Partnerships:
   

• Identify, research, and approach potential academic and training partners.
  
• Present our program, influence decision-makers, and onboard them into the Wadhwani Skilling Network.
  
• Ensure training centers are aligned with our mission and equipped to deliver our programs effectively.
  

• Manage the entire partnership process, from initial outreach to signing agreements.
  
• Qualify potential partners to ensure they’re the right fit for our mission and goals.
  

• Work towards KPIs that measure the success of partnerships and the readiness of graduates.
  
• Collaborate with the Learner Success Team to ensure smooth handover post-agreement.
  

• Use CRM tools, project management apps, and data dashboards to track progress and create insightful reports.
  
• Continuously improve processes to make partnership development more efficient and effective.
  

Who You Are:

• A fresh graduate or early-career professional (up to 2 years of experience) with a strong internship background from reputable universities in Indonesia or abroad.
  
• Analytical, self-motivated, and driven to meet targets.
  
• A natural problem-solver who enjoys offering solutions and building relationships.
  
• Representable, organized, and skilled in project management.
  
• Comfortable using technology and productivity tools (CRM, project management apps, etc.).
  
• Fluent in English and Bahasa Indonesia.
  
• Someone who thrives in a fast-paced, accountable, and mission-driven environment.
  

What We Offer:

• A chance to be part of a global philanthropic mission with a clear, measurable impact.
  
• A startup-like culture with flexibility, unlimited leave, and a focus on accountability.
  
• Competitive compensation, performance-based bonuses, and benefits.
  
• Opportunities to grow, learn, and make a real difference in the lives of millions.