4WARD.earth's Global Climate Network

🌿 SDR/BDR - Sponsorship & Advertising Sales (Commission-Based): 4WARD.earth 🌎

United States, Canada, Europe

RemoteVolunteer roleEarly Career, Mid Level

About 1 month ago

About the Job

🌍 About 4WARD.earth

4WARD.earth is an innovative platform that connects global communities and accelerates climate action through local engagement. We believe empowering people locally is the key to tackling climate change globally. As the largest local-to-global climate & sustainability network, we bring together startups, corporates, investors, and governments to accelerate climate missions and amplify impact.

🌟 Role Overview

We're seeking passionate, results-driven Sales Development Representatives (SDRs) and Business Development Representatives (BDRs) to help secure sponsorships and advertising partnerships for our climate networking events and initiatives. This commission-based role is perfect for motivated individuals looking to gain experience in sustainability-focused sales while making a positive environmental impact.

🏆 Key Responsibilities

  • Prospect and reach out to potential sponsors aligned with our sustainability mission

  • Build and maintain a pipeline of qualified leads through email, phone, and LinkedIn outreach

  • Collaborate with event team to understand sponsor requirements and close deals

  • Track all sales activities and represent 4WARD.earth at networking events

🎓 Qualifications

  • Passion for climate action and sustainability initiatives

  • Previous sales experience or demonstrated interest in developing sales skills

  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently

  • Basic understanding of climate tech or sustainability sectors

💪 Core Skills

  • Strong prospecting abilities and comfort with outreach

  • Resilience and persistence in navigating sales conversations

  • Ability to articulate value propositions to potential sponsors

  • Time management and organization skills

💰 Compensation

  • Commission-based compensation structure as a % of closed sponsorship deals

🎁 Benefits

  • Flexible hours and remote work options

  • Expand your professional network in climate tech and sustainability

  • Contribute directly to building a more sustainable future

  • Mentorship and professional development opportunities

🚀 Application Process

  1. Submit your resume and cover letter explaining your interest in climate action and sales

  2. Complete a brief pre-interview questionnaire

  3. Interview with our sales team lead

  4. Receive a final decision shortly after your interview

At 4WARD, we celebrate diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds! If you're excited about connecting sustainability-focused organizations with impactful sponsorship opportunities, we'd love to hear from you.

Join us today—because the planet needs salespeople like YOU!

About the Company

4WARD.earth's Global Climate Network Logo

4WARD.earth's Global Climate Network

Zürich, Switzerland

11-20

<p>Powered by a team of experienced founders, builders and doers alongside dozens of local and sector-focused community volunteers, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://4ward.vc/"><strong>4WARD.earth</strong></a> is building a worldwide movement of climate professionals and stakeholders dedicated to collaboratively tackling climate change before it’s too late.</p><p>By bringing together startups, corporates, investors, governments and ecosystem players in an open and partnership-focused capacity, we’ve built a platform to help our members accelerate their climate mission and impact at a global scale.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://4ward.vc/"><strong>Why 4WARD?</strong></a></p><p>We are running out of time, and this is why we are connecting all stakeholders as quickly as possible to accelerate climate action. We are leading the global climate tech movement by creating the world’s biggest collaborative community.</p><p>Whether you are a climate start-up or investor focused on game changing solutions. A corporate or SME interested in decarbonization. A government or ecosystem player promoting sustainable local development. A researcher looking to commercialize your tech or interested in shifting your career towards climate &amp; sustainability. You have come to the right place.</p><p><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://4ward.vc/join"><strong>Join our global movement</strong></a> and connect with 1000s high-level, motivated 4WARDers across the globe looking to help you, collaborate, advance their careers and climate missions, and move the world forward together!</p><p>Learn more and join our platform today: <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://4ward.vc/"><strong>4ward.earth</strong></a></p><p></p><p></p>