Sales Development Representative

Sterling Staffing is recruiting for a Sales Development Representative (SDR) on behalf of a mission-driven organisation focused on creating sustainable change and supporting communities affected by generational poverty.
We’re looking for a confident, relationship-focused sales professional who enjoys prospecting, building relationships and creating new opportunities, while contributing to meaningful community-focused work.
What you’ll be doing:
Identify and qualify new partnership, sponsorship and donor opportunities
Conduct inbound and outbound outreach to potential partners and supporters
Build and manage a healthy prospect pipeline
Conduct lead generation and inside sales activities
Follow up consistently with prospects and existing leads
Maintain accurate prospect and pipeline information in CRM systems
Tailor outreach messaging to different audiences and opportunities
Support meetings, presentations and partnership discussions
Prepare reports on pipeline and outreach activity
Contribute ideas to improve lead generation and engagement processes
Collaborate with fundraising and programme teams
What we’re looking for:
Experience in sales, inside sales, business development or lead generation
Strong prospecting and lead qualification skills
Excellent verbal and written communication
Confidence engaging with different types of stakeholders
Strong relationship-building and follow-up skills
Experience using CRM or sales tracking tools
Organised, proactive and self-motivated
Ability to work independently in a remote environment
Experience in fundraising, partnerships, nonprofit or social impact environments is an advantage
Relevant post-secondary education or training is beneficial but not essential
This role could be a great fit if you:
✔ Enjoy speaking with people and building relationships
✔ Are comfortable with outbound prospecting
✔ Know how to identify and qualify opportunities
✔ Are organised and consistent with follow-ups
✔ Can work independently in a remote environment
✔ Want your sales and business development skills to contribute to meaningful work

Work arrangement
Yes