Training on business development & social enterprise management

The volunteer will strengthen the capacity of senior LLC staff in business development and social enterprise management. The mission will support the team to identify revenue opportunities, design sustainable business models, develop business plans, and apply operational and financial management skills to diversify income and reinforce long-term sustainability.

Description

Objectives

Live & Learn Cambodia (LLC) is a non-profit and non-governmental organization with strong knowledge and expertise in livelihoods, environmental governance, sustainable natural resource management, biodiversity conservation, climate change, and disaster risk reduction. LLC’s sustainability strategy prioritizes diversification of income generation through social enterprises in order to secure additional resources and strengthen the long-term continuity of program interventions that support local communities.

To achieve this, senior staff need enhanced business development capabilities, from opportunity identification to business model design, marketing, financial planning, and operational management. Because the organization lacks access to specialized expertise locally, volunteers can provide practical training and experiential learning to build the skills required to develop viable business ideas, manage resources efficiently, and drive sustainable growth for the organization and its social enterprise initiatives.

Action expected of the volunteer

The volunteer will:
-Assess existing income-generation activities and identify gaps;
-Train senior staff in business development fundamentals;
-Support opportunity identification and market analysis (basic tools);
-Guide participants in developing business ideas and value propositions;
-Assist in building business models (e.g., Business Model Canvas);
-Support the development of simple business plans (marketing, operations, finances);
Introduce cost management and resource optimization approaches;
-Provide mentoring and feedback on proposed business concepts.

Note(s)

Office hours: Monday to Friday – 8.00 am – 5.30 pm
Training hours: 8.00 am – 12.30 pm (to be confirmed on the arrival of the volunteer)

Phnom Penh, the capital city of Cambodia, is a bustling urban environment. It offers a wide range of options, including local and Western restaurants as well as supermarkets. During your days off, there are numerous sites to visit, such as the Royal Palace, National Museum, Sunset River Cruise on the Mekong, Wat Phnom Temple, Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum, Central Market and more.

Type of beneficiaries

Employees of the NGO.

Profile of beneficiaries

-University-level

-English-speaking

-Mixed gender; average age 25–48

-Training level: intermediate

Number of volunteers required

1 volunteers

Expected motivation

Motivation to support an NGO’s financial sustainability and strengthen social enterprise initiatives through capacity building.

-Ability to translate business concepts into simple, actionable tools;

-Strong operational and analytical skills;

-Excellent facilitation and coaching capacity.

Prior experience in business development or social entrepreneurship required.

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The partner

Our local partner

LIVE & LEARN CAMBODIA ORGANIZATION (LLC)

History

LLC was established in 2004 and registed as a local NGO in 2005 with a mission to empower local communities to improve their quality of life and foster a healthy environment. The organization’s creation was spurred by an initial assessment of the needs and perspectives of communities residing around the iconic Tonle Sap Lake, a vital ecological and economic resource for the nation. This initial engagement revealed a critical need for a holistic approach to development, one that intertwines environmental stewardship with sustainable livelihoods.

LLC founded to address the multifaceted challenges faced by many Cambodians, particularly those in rural and vulnerable situations. The organization works to combat poverty and promote sustainable development by equipping communities with the knowledge and skills necessary to manage their natural resources effectively and build resilient futures.

Useful informations

Welcome and transfer

The volunteer will be welcomed at Phnom Penh Airport by a member of LLC’s team and transfer to his hotel.

Arrival airport

Phnom Penh International Airport (TECHO)

Hosting

The volunteer will be staying at a hotel in Phnom Penh (individual private room, with key-lock, private bathroom). Breakfast, lunch and dinner will be taken in hotel or restaurants nearby the office or the restaurant.
He will take a tuk-Tuk with GRAB to go to LLC’s office
(app. 25 min).