Business Manager (Development) Volunteer

About Blackmont Consulting

Blackmont Consulting is a purpose-driven advisory firm providing free strategic and business consulting services to startups, nonprofits, and NGOs around the world. Our mission is to empower early-stage ventures and impact-driven organisations by giving them access to high-quality expertise that accelerates growth, sustainability, and social impact.

We work with founders and teams across sectors, helping them refine strategy, improve operations, access new markets, and build scalable solutions—without the financial barriers typically associated with consulting services.

About the Role

We are looking for a passionate and resourceful Business Development Manager to help expand Blackmont Consulting’s footprint in the US market, particularly within the startup and nonprofit ecosystem.

This is a part-time (5–7 hours/week), remote role ideal for someone who is motivated by impact, enjoys building relationships, and can generate opportunities efficiently within a limited time commitment.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and engage startups, NGOs, and nonprofit organisations that could benefit from Blackmont’s free advisory services
• Build and maintain strong relationships with founders, leadership teams, and ecosystem partners
• Develop and execute outreach strategies (LinkedIn, email campaigns, partnerships, communities)
• Represent Blackmont Consulting in relevant online events, communities, and networks
• Create and manage a pipeline of qualified leads and partnerships
• Collaborate with internal teams to match clients with appropriate advisory support
• Provide weekly updates on outreach efforts, partnerships, and impact

Requirements

• Experience in business development, partnerships, or sales
• Strong understanding of the US startup and/or nonprofit ecosystem
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work independently and deliver results within limited hours
• Comfortable with outreach tools, CRM systems, and digital networking platforms
• Passion for social impact, entrepreneurship, and supporting early-stage ventures

Preferred Qualifications

• Existing network within US-based startups, accelerators, NGOs, or venture communities
• Experience in consulting, advisory, or working with early-stage companies
• Background in social impact, international development, or nonprofit work

What We Offer

• Opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven organisation creating global impact
• Flexible, fully remote work
• Exposure to a diverse range of startups and nonprofit organisations
• Potential for role growth as Blackmont expands
• Unpaid internship