Business Development Lead

Settlement Services International (SSI Group) is a community-based organisation and social business that supports newcomers and Australians to achieve their full potential. Taking an integrated approach how everyone can thrive within the community in which they live and the wider Australian society, we support children, young people and families; people living with disability; and asylum seekers, refugees and migrants. Our programs include facilitating employment, multicultural foster care, creating community engagement, advocacy, and influencing government and international affairs and provide though leadership within our sector nationally and globally.
- 12 Months Part time (4 days/week)
- Location: Ashfield | Hybrid Working Options
- Highly Competitive Remuneration & Benefits

Do you want to work for a leading national not-for-profit organisation providing dedicated human and social services to a diverse Australia?
With community at the heart of everything we do, our purpose is to create a world in which everyone has access to equal opportunities.
The Opportunity
The Business Development Lead for Social Enterprises will work across all three SSI Social Enterprises to identify, develop, and grow business opportunities that support the sustainability and growth of each Social Enterprise. This role focuses on creating sustainable revenue streams through sales and partnerships that support the sustainable growth of each social enterprise and hence impact goal for each enterprise.
This role will report directly to the Head of Social Enterprise and will be expected to leverage the existing relationships, credibility and reputation attained within relevant markets to build and grow our customer base.
Are you a driven and strategic business development professional with a passion for purpose-driven work?
We’re looking for a motivated individual to join our Social Enterprises team to help scale sustainable impact through innovative growth strategies and strong stakeholder engagement. In this role, you’ll drive revenue generation by building meaningful partnerships, executing targeted sales initiatives, and aligning closely with cross-functional teams to deliver results.
You’ll play a key part in expanding our social enterprise footprint, leveraging your deep understanding of market dynamics and aligning our products and services with real-world demand. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, are outcomes-focused, and want to use your commercial skills to create social impact, we want to hear from you.
Please reach out to us for the full Position Description to review the Key Responsibilities and Measures of success.
Requirements for Success
- Bachelor’s Degree or its International Equivalent - Business Administration, Finance, or Related Field
- A strong relationship builder with the ability to drive sales growth in a social enterprise.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across diverse stakeholders.
- Strategic thinker with the ability to identify and pursue growth opportunities.
- Financial literacy and ability to analyse business performance metrics.
- Project management skills, including planning, execution, and evaluation.
- Passion for social impact and commitment to the mission of SSI.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Social Sciences, or related field.
- Minimum 3-5 years experience in business development, preferably in the social enterprise or not-for-profit sector.
- Proven track record of revenue generation, creating partnerships, designing and implementing growth strategie.
- Knowledge of impact measurement and social return on investment (SROI).
- Experience with digital marketing or e-commerce for social enterprises.
- Familiarity with government and philanthropic funding landscapes.

About Us
Settlement Services International (SSI Group) is a community-based organisation and social business that supports newcomers and Australians to achieve their full potential. Taking an integrated approach how everyone can thrive within the community in which they live and the wider Australian society, we support children, young people and families; people living with disability; and asylum seekers, refugees and migrants. Our programs include facilitating employment, multicultural foster care, creating community engagement, advocacy, and influencing government and international affairs and provide though leadership within our sector nationally and globally.
About our Benefits
- Salary packaging options to receive up to $15,900 of your salary tax-free meaning more take-home pay (details via AccessPay)
- Access to in-house training and learning opportunities for professional development and growth.
- Access to our inhouse wellbeing programs
- Working alongside professional and dedicated team members all wanting to make a difference in our comm