Business Development & Pitching Trainer (Consultancy)

About the role

The Sustainable Research and Development Center is looking for an experienced Business Development, Business Planning and Pitching Practitioner to deliver a short‑term consultancy in Jordan. The role focuses on strengthening agricultural micro‑ and small enterprises, rural entrepreneurs and community‑based organisations through practical training, coaching and follow‑up.

Key responsibilities

• Design, develop and facilitate business development training sessions for beneficiaries.
• Conduct or contribute to business needs and skills‑gap assessments.
• Train participants on business model development, entrepreneurship, financial planning and budgeting.
• Support beneficiaries in preparing viable business plans and compelling business pitches.
• Provide coaching and follow‑up to ensure implementation of learned practices.

Required profile

• Proven experience as a Business Development, Business Planning or Pitching practitioner, preferably in the agricultural sector.
• Demonstrated ability to train, coach and mentor micro‑ and small‑scale enterprises.
• Strong understanding of agricultural value chains and rural entrepreneurship.
• Excellent communication and facilitation skills in English.

Required skills