Volunteer Business Development & Strategy Lead job at Remote Full Time

Volunteer Sales Strategy & Forecasting SpecialistS.I.S.S C.I.C (Security for Communities | Intelligence Through Education | Surveillance Against Digital Harm)

Location: Fully Remote
Commitment: 3 Hours Per Day | 5 Days Per Week
Duration: 16-Week Project
Position Type: Volunteer (Strategic Leadership Role)

About S.I.S.S C.I.C

S.I.S.S C.I.C is a mission-driven Community Interest Company focused on building a global community of ethical cyber defenders.

We believe cybersecurity is not just a technical skillset—it is a form of protection, empowerment, and social responsibility. Our mission is to protect communities, organisations, and future generations from digital harm while creating new pathways into cybersecurity careers for African/Caribbean young people who have historically been excluded from traditional education and employment routes.

Through practical training, mentorship, ethical hacking education, real-world projects, and industry exposure, we are developing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals and digital protectors.

Our long-term vision is to build a global movement of ethical cyber defenders who use technology and knowledge to protect communities, create opportunity, and strengthen digital safety worldwide.

Over the coming years, S.I.S.S C.I.C aims to:

• Train African/Caribbean young people in cybersecurity and ethical hacking
• Create alternative pathways into technology careers
• Build a global cyber protection community
• Support small businesses, charities, and community organisations with cybersecurity services
• Develop future ethical hackers, researchers, and cyber professionals
• Create employment, apprenticeship, and leadership pathways

We are now building the strategic foundations that will support sustainable growth, funding, and long-term impact.

The Opportunity

This is not a traditional volunteer role.

We are seeking a Sales Strategy & Forecasting Specialist who can help design the commercial and revenue engine of S.I.S.S C.I.C from the ground up.

This role is ideal for someone who can think both strategically and commercially—bridging mission-driven impact with sustainable income generation.

You will work closely with the founders and leadership team to design how S.I.S.S C.I.C grows, generates income, and scales its impact over the next 1, 3, and 5 years.

This role combines:

• Sales strategy design
• Revenue modelling and forecasting
• KPI development
• Growth planning
• Customer journey architecture

Key Responsibilities1. Sales Strategy Development

• Build the overall sales strategy for S.I.S.S C.I.C
• Define revenue streams aligned with mission impact
• Design scalable sales processes for services, training, and partnerships
• Identify target markets including schools, charities, SMEs, and institutions
• Align sales strategy with organisational mission and ethics

2. Customer Journey Design

• Map full customer journey from awareness to engagement and retention
• Define how partners, clients, and beneficiaries move through S.I.S.S offerings
• Develop engagement funnels for training programmes, cybersecurity services, and partnerships
• Identify key conversion points and optimisation opportunities

3. Revenue Forecasting & Financial Modelling

• Create 1-year, 3-year, and 5-year revenue forecasts
• Model income from training programmes, services, partnerships, and funding streams
• Define membership, service pricing, and scalability assumptions
• Build realistic growth projections aligned with operational capacity

Example Forecast Structure:

YearMembers/ClientsEstimated Revenue

Year 1500 £30,000 Year 22,000 £120,000 Year 310,000 £600,000

4. KPI Framework & Performance Tracking

• Develop KPI dashboards to measure sales performance and growth
• Define key metrics such as:
• Conversion rates
• Customer acquisition cost
• Retention rates
• Revenue per client
• Build reporting structure for leadership decision-making

5. Opportunity Identification & Growth Strategy

• Identify new revenue opportunities aligned with mission goals
• Explore partnerships with schools, councils, charities, and tech organisations
• Recommend scalable income models for long-term sustainability
• Support funding readiness through commercial insight

Project Deliverables

By the end of the 16-week engagement, the volunteer will produce:

1. Sales Strategy Document

A complete strategic blueprint for how S.I.S.S C.I.C generates and scales revenue.

2. Revenue Forecast Model

1-year, 3-year, and 5-year financial projections with assumptions and growth logic.

3. Customer Journey & Sales Funnel Map

A visual and strategic breakdown of how users, clients, and partners engage with S.I.S.S.

4. KPI Dashboard Framework

A structured performance tracking system for sales, growth, and engagement.

5. Growth & Opportunity Report

Identification of key revenue streams, partnerships, and scaling opportunities.

Who We Are Looking For

We welcome applications from professionals with experience in:

• Sales Strategy & Business Development
• Revenue Forecasting & Financial Modelling
• Marketing Strategy & Funnel Design
• Social Enterprise Growth
• Charity or CIC Development
• Tech or Cybersecurity Industry Experience
• Entrepreneurship & Start-up Scaling
• Strategic Consulting

Formal qualifications are welcome but not essential.

We highly value:

• Real-world commercial experience
• Strategic thinking ability
• Understanding of social impact organisations
• Experience working with underserved communities

Essential Skills

• Strategic thinking and commercial awareness
• Strong analytical and forecasting ability
• Excellent written communication
• Experience in sales planning or revenue modelling
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
• Problem-solving and structured thinking
• Organisational and planning skills

Volunteer Benefits

This role offers high-level strategic and professional development experience, including:

• Direct collaboration with founders and leadership
• Executive-level strategy experience
• Portfolio development in sales strategy and forecasting
• Exposure to social enterprise scaling models
• Professional reference upon completion
• LinkedIn recommendation
• Recognition in organisational publications and platforms
• Networking opportunities with partners and stakeholders
• Potential future advisory or paid consultancy opportunities
• Opportunity to contribute to a global social impact mission

Our Ideal Candidate

You are commercially minded but mission-driven.

You understand that sustainable impact requires strong strategy, clear revenue planning, and scalable systems.

You are able to see both the numbers and the vision.

Most importantly, you want your work to contribute to something that changes lives—particularly for African/Caribbean young people entering technology and cybersecurity.

Commitment Required

• 3 Hours Per Day
• 5 Days Per Week
• Fully Remote
• 16-Week Project

Consistency across the full project duration is essential.

Benefits:

• Work from home

Application question(s):

• Can you commit to 3 hrs a day consistently over a 16 week period?

Work Location: Remote