We are seeking an exceptional Sales Development Representative who will focused on business development and lead generation to support Generation Colombia’s programs. In this role, you will play a part in identifying, qualifying, and generating opportunities that expand Generation’s reach across multiple industries in Colombia and Latin America.

About Generation:

At Generation, we believe in the power of employment to change lives. We are a global nonprofit organization that supports adults to achieve economic mobility through employment. Generation trains and places adult learners of all ages into careers that are otherwise inaccessible, working in partnership with governments, employers, and other system actors. We also conduct original research and share data insights on high-priority global workforce transition topics to inform decision-making by workforce system stakeholders. Launched in 2015, Generation comprises a global hub (Generation You Employed, or GYE) and a network of in-country affiliates. To date, the network has 130,000+ graduates and 11,000+ employers across 40 professions and 17 countries.

When learners join Generation, 91% are unemployed, of which nearly half are long-term unemployed. Three months after completing our program, graduates have an 78% job placement rate, rising to 88% within six months. Of our employed graduates, 68% are hired by repeat employers who have previously hired Generation graduates, and 89% are in jobs directly related to the profession for which we have trained them. Employed graduates immediately earn an average of 3-4X their previous earnings. Two to five years after graduation, 77% of our alumni from upper-middle income countries continue to meet their daily financial needs and 63% can save for the future. To date, Generation’s global graduates have earned more than $1 billion in wages. Generation graduates typically have a secondary school background, 54% are female, 34% have dependents, and the majority identify with underrepresented communities in their country.

About the role:

Job type: Paid full-time (40 hours per week)

Job duration: This is a contract role with a 6-month term (May to October 2025), with the possibility to extend based on confirmed funding and performance

Location requirements: Remote (with access to strong WiFi), based in Colombia.

Start date: May 2025

What you’ll do:

A Generation SDR is an effective catalyst who help identify and qualify opportunities to expand Generation’s reach and impact with employer partners in Colombia and LATAM. Using their industry experience and people skills, SDRs provide tailored support to the Business Development (BD) & Partnerships team to ensure the generation of high-quality leads. Learners in Generation range from fresh graduates to mid-career professionals who attend bootcamp training to learn the mindsets, technical and behavioral skills they need to upskill/reskill themselves and kickstart a career in various industries. Fueled by passion for the social sector, and enabled by a growth mindset with personal responsibility, Generation SDRs help deliver the “last mile” support to build connections with strategic partners.

As an SDR, your primary focus will be on creating a robust pipeline of high-quality leads. You will play a crucial role in building relationships with potential partners and employers to ensure the success of Generation’s programs. Additionally, you will collaborate closely with the BD & Partnerships team to actively identify funding opportunities to allow increasing the impact.

The role requires four primary responsibilities:

· Lead generation and qualification

· Follow-up on the status of existing leads and maintain engagement with stakeholders

· Present lead management reports and track opportunities

· Support the Business Development function across Programs.

The SDR will report directly to Generation’s Colombia BD & Partnerships Lead and will work in close collaboration with country staff.

Main Responsibilities

1) Lead Generation and Qualification

· Conduct research to identify potential partners, including employers, funders, and other stakeholders.

· Conduct research to identify funding opportunities, including open calls, funding platforms, or direct outreach to potential funders

· Build a database of leads and contacts across various industries.

· Initiate outreach via email, phone, and other communication channels to establish connections with potential partners.

· Qualify leads based on alignment with Generation’s mission and program goals, ensuring they meet strategic criteria.

2) Maintain Motivation and Engagement with Stakeholders

· Foster strong relationships with potential partners through consistent communication and follow-ups.

· Work closely with the BD & Partnerships team to align outreach efforts with broader partnership strategies.

· Build confidence in Generation’s value proposition by tailoring communication to the needs and priorities of potential partners.

3) Present Lead Management Reports and Track Opportunities

· Prepare and present weekly reports to monitor the progress and effectiveness of lead generation initiatives.

· Update the CRM database with detailed information on leads, outreach efforts, and outcomes.

· Track the status of opportunities by conducting follow-ups and documenting feedback from potential partners.

4) Support the Business Development Function Across Programs

· Collaborate with the BD team to develop strategies for engaging partners across diverse industries, not limited to Technology.

· Organize and coordinate thematic sessions or events to showcase Generation’s impact and programs.

· Assist in developing materials and presentations to support BD efforts.

· Support the team developing funding proposals

About you:

Experience:

· 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

Skills:

· Fluent Spanish, fluent written and spoken English (B2).

· 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.

· Interest in learning about Generation’s various programs and their impact.

***Please submit an English version of your resume***

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