NaTakallam

Role Description This role is designed for a mid-career professional or MBA candidate interested in shaping how organizations position themselves within global conversations. You will work directly with the Head of Translation to elevate NaTakallam’s positioning as a thought leader in language justice, equitable access, and inclusive global communication—translating operational excellence into strategic influence across the humanitarian and development sectors. This is not a traditional internship. It is a strategic, high-ownership role focused on narrative-building, market positioning, and ecosystem engagement. What You’ll Gain - Develop a strategic lens on how organizations build influence in complex global ecosystems - Gain hands-on experience in thought leadership, positioning, and advocacy strategy - Strengthen your ability to connect operations → narrative → market positioning → growth - Build exposure to key sector debates, including localization, decolonization, and equitable access - Work closely with senior leadership on real business and positioning challenges Key Areas of Contribution - Strategic Positioning & Market Insight - Identify opportunities to position NaTakallam within key global conversations (events, networks, publications) - Map trends across the humanitarian and development ecosystem, including: - Localization and shifting power dynamics - Decolonization of knowledge and services - NGO–private sector collaboration models - Accessibility and inclusive participation - Translate insights into clear positioning opportunities and strategic recommendations - Thought Leadership & Narrative Development - Co-develop high-level content (op-eds, LinkedIn thought pieces, talking points) - Shape a compelling narrative around language as infrastructure for equity and participation - Turn operational work into strategic storytelling that resonates with decision-makers - Ecosystem Mapping & Partnerships - Research and map relevant organizations, networks, and platforms (e.g., Vital Voices, global forums) - Identify visibility and partnership opportunities aligned with growth priorities - Benchmark how peers and competitors position themselves—and where NaTakallam can differentiate - Event Strategy & Follow-Through - Support preparation for high-level events (briefings, messaging, positioning notes) - Capture insights and translate them into post-event strategy and actions - Help ensure events lead to tangible visibility and partnership outcomes Who This Is For - MBA candidates or professionals exploring strategy, impact, or global development careers - Individuals interested in bridging business, policy, and social impact - Strong writers who enjoy thinking in systems, narratives, and positioning - Self-starters who are comfortable with ambiguity and ownership Structure & Commitment - Format: Remote, flexible - Time: ~5-10 hours/week - Duration: 3+ months preferred Why This Role Is Valuable - Direct exposure to senior leadership decision-making - Opportunity to contribute to real strategic priorities—not side tasks - Experience at the intersection of business strategy, advocacy, and global impact - Ownership over work that is visible, publishable, and meaningful Additional Perks - Free 1:1 language sessions with a NaTakallam Language Partner - Mentorship and close collaboration with leadership - A portfolio of high-quality, strategic outputs you can showcase

Role Description The Sales Representative will support the development of a structured, qualification-led sales pipeline, focusing on converting targeted leads into partnerships across NGOs, corporate clients, and selected academic institutions. Scope of Work - Outreach & Lead Engagement - Conduct targeted outbound outreach (email, LinkedIn, CRM-driven) - Follow up on warm leads and existing contacts - Re-engage past partners where relevant - Pipeline & CRM Management - Maintain accurate CRM updates - Track deal progression across defined stages - Support lead qualification and prioritization - Sales Conversations & Conversion - Participate in discovery and initial client conversations - Support follow-ups and deal progression - Contribute to closing new partnerships - Market Feedback - Share insights on messaging, objections, and segment responses - Support refinement of outreach and positioning Compensation Structure - Commission-based role tied to successful deal conversion - Commission structure to be defined based on deal size and partnership type - Opportunity to transition into a longer-term or hybrid (base + commission) role based on performance Qualifications - 1–3 years in sales, business development, or partnerships (B2B preferred) - Strong written communication in English and follow-up discipline - Self-driven, proactive, and comfortable working independently - Experience with CRM tools is a plus Why Join - Be part of building a growing B2B function from the ground up - Work at the intersection of education and social impact - Contribute to programs that create income opportunities for refugee professionals