Business Development Jobs
Job Description:
The role will undertake market research, build a network for the organisation, and drive new business in the commercial landscapes of film, TV and gaming. Ideally, the successful candidate will also be familiar with emerging trends in the innovation and immersive event space.
This is a consultancy role, reporting to the CEO, with regular interaction with the Executive Team. You will have responsibility for scoping new partnership opportunities, requiring an extensive network of existing contacts, a thorough understanding of the digital media industries, and a self-starting mentality.
You will combine deep knowledge of different commercial models within the arts and culture sector, with an appreciation of and passion for artistic excellence. We expect you to be an experienced and effective dealmaker, with exceptional people skills, analytical excellence and business acumen.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Commission and conduct market research across the sector to unveil and develop new commercial business avenues
- Identify, evaluate and secure new opportunities within the media industries of film, TV and gaming, with the goal of creating established new revenue streams for the orchestra
- Research and identify new business opportunities in the immersive experience market
- Assist in broadening our industry network and initiate outreach for new partnerships
- Collaborate with the CEO on strategic business planning in the digital arena
Job Requirements:
- First rate portfolio of contacts in the digital media industries and innovation sector
- Demonstrated success in business development and growing relationships within relevant sectors (film,TV, gaming, immersive)
- High level experience in delivering successful presentations and pitches for creative projects
- Creative problem-solving abilities with a knack for identifying untapped revenue opportunities
- Exceptional ability to form quick, strong cross-cultural working relationships
- Experience of working with creative organisations
- Strong understanding of digital media industries and new emerging trends and technologies
- Flexible approach, willing to adjust hours for events or concerts as needed
- Analyse revenue opportunities from current IP and propose innovative ideas for growth
This can be a part-time or full-time position. Salary is to be discussed, depending on experience and pro-rated if working part time depends on hours/days.
Shortlisting will happen on 16 April, with interviews taking place w/c 22 April.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Purpose:
To contribute to growth in Children’s Services (CS) through providing support to
the Business Development Team through the identification of opportunities,
development and submission of proposals.
Key Responsibilities:
To act as co-ordinator within the BDU on the following key functions:
• Manage bid/tender information, market intelligence, pipeline development
and knowledge management supporting CS growth.
• Project support for tenders and grant applications, implementation and roll
out of successful bids.
• Undertake growth opportunity assessment, business case evaluation,
pipeline reporting and project planning.
Key Activities:
• Assist in the implementation and delivery of bid strategies leading to
successful bids, including market research and intelligence
• Manage and operate bid/proposal information systems, including
Commissioner portals, Customer Records Management (CRM) Business
Pipeline and Content Server, ensuring data and information are accurate
and current.
• Assess tender notices/opportunities, ensuring Business Case brief, contract
risk assessment and due diligence undertaken for each bid/proposal
• Manages tenders/proposals of low-medium value/priority and risk,
developing bespoke proposals that engage and secure new business and
retain existing services.
• Provide information and tender support to Business Development Manager
• Ensure bid deadlines are met and feedback collected on successful/
unsuccessful proposals.
• Provide support in first stage negotiations with new and existing clients/
partners and commissioners. Liaison with external clients and partners at
middle and senior management level and ensure that appropriate legal
agreements are in place.
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• Co-ordinate cross-departmental input into tender planning and successful
bid implementation ensuring joined up work programmes between
commercial and operational parts of the business.
• Manage and update proposal Risk Register.
• Maintain familiarity with current developments, policy changes and
competitor activity in Children’s Services.
• Represent Barnardo’s at internal and external meetings/events when
required.
• Maintain familiarity with current developments, policy changes and
competitor activity in Children’s Services.
• Assist in the process of promoting Barnardo’s as the top provider and
market leader in Children’s Services.
Programme Co-ordinator
We are looking for a highly motivated individual to coordinate an online programme of groups, courses, and activities to support people with emotional well-being needs.
Position: Community Connections Online Programme Co-Ordinator
Location: Hybrid/Leatherhead
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week
Salary: £28,135
Contract: Permanent
Benefits: Hybrid and Flexible working, Pension, Employee Assistance Programme, 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
Closing date: Thursday 18th April 2024
The Role
Community Connections supports people with any mental health or emotional needs to stay well in their communities through social connections and networks. It also helps people return to their communities / transition back / live fulfilled lives and meet their own goals.
Initially, you will be responsible for the development, co-ordination and delivery of the organisations community connections online programme of activities.
However, the role may develop to include the oversight and co-ordination of a joint online programme, in collaboration with all the lead providers.
Key responsibilities include:
- To plan, set up and coordinate groups, courses and activities on the online platform and work with the Team Manager and partner organisations to produce a quality service.
- To work with external agencies, facilitators, and tutors to develop and deliver the online programme of activities.
- To develop innovative workshops relating to wellbeing issues and deliver them to groups of clients.
- To liaise with other Community Connections organisations to advertise courses and activities on a variety of media.
- To complete all tasks related to course set up, including posters, calendar updates and advertising, as well as authorising tutor invoices.
- To build and a database of facilitators with updated information regarding their training and DBS status and issue working agreements when appropriate.
- To monitor and evaluate activities and provide data for our funders, trustees, and partners by designing and implementing appropriate feedback forms for use by clients, staff, and tutors.
- service.
- To be willing to work flexibly when required as the programme will extend to offer evening and weekend activities.
About You
The Programme Coordinator will have previous experience of working in mental health, wellbeing or behaviour change.
You will also have:
- Experience of programme co-ordination
- Experience of using online platforms such as Zoom and Team’s for online delivery.
- Experience of managing incidents, risk and/or safeguarding
- Experience of monitoring and reporting
- To work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team (statutory and voluntary)
- An understanding of confidentiality, consent, information sharing, including GDPR
- An understanding of Safeguarding policy and practice
- Good verbal and written communication skills and a commitment to accurate and confidential record keeping
- Ability to interact effectively with the clients, colleagues and other professionals whilst retaining clear boundaries
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, use of email, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint and online platforms
- Ability to travel and work flexibly when required
About the Organisation
The charity is a mental health and emotional wellbeing charity, supporting Surrey residents since 1994 in Banstead, Elmbridge, Epsom & Ewell and Mole Valley.
Offering a variety of face-to-face and online services, available to adults (aged 16+) living in Surrey who would like to restore and/or maintain their mental and emotional wellbeing (no diagnosis needed). The services are free of charge, with no waiting list and no time limit.
You may also have experience in areas such as Programme Coordinator, Online Programme Coordinator, Community Connections Coordinator, Community Coordinator, Community, Connections, Community Development, Area Coordinator, Community Development, Volunteer, Volunteering, Community Volunteer, Community Volunteering, Social Care, Health, Vulnerable, Mental Health, Mental Health Coordinator.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Charity Operations Manager
About Thyroid UK
Thyroid UK is a charitable organisation working to inform and support people living with thyroid disorders in the UK and campaigning on their behalf for the right tests to diagnose thyroid disease and to have a choice of treatment options.
The provision of quality information for people with both diagnosed and undiagnosed thyroid disorders is the primary concern of Thyroid UK, and we work effectively in this field through dialogue with NHS departments, networking with other voluntary organisations, and providing services directly to patients. We work to encourage scientific research for the education, alleviation, care, treatment and cure of thyroid disease and seek to influence public health policy for the benefit of people affected.
Role and Responsibilities
We are seeking a Charity Operations Manager to run the smooth, effective operation of the organisation so we can best support people in the UK living with thyroid disease. This is a management role leading on all operational activities, supporting and working in close collaboration with the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Salary will be reviewed after an initial 6 month probationary period.
This role involves minimal supervision and is responsible for the day to day running and management of the charity.
General office management:
· General secretarial and administrative support including routine office tasks where needed
· To manage all operational activity of the charity according to the strategic direction provided by the Board of Trustees
· To be responsible for all aspects of staff and volunteer management, including recruitment, training and supervision
· Collaborating with other team members to ensure that information flows effectively
Support the CEO:
· Foster good relationships with other charities, organisations and research groups; supporting beneficiaries; liaising with patrons, medical advisers and trustees to support continued engagement
· Plan, market, manage and organise/deliver our projects such as conferences, webinars, surveys etc. to meet our strategic goals
· To ensure the financial sustainability of the charity by identifying and securing appropriate funding that supports the charity in achieving its objectives.
· To lead on trust and corporate fundraising to ensure our income streams remain stable and sustainable.
· Draft, proofread and publish the quarterly member magazine
· Draft and send our E-news to our beneficiaries
· Development of the website
· Management of IT systems
· Recruit, manage and supervise our volunteers
· Recruit and line manage staff
· Maintain and update the suite of governance policies to ensure
Thyroid UK is compliant with legal requirements and, where possible, best practices
· Identify opportunities to improve policies and procedures
· Prepare the annual report and other necessary documents and send to the Charity Commission and Companies House
Support the Board:
· Set Board meeting dates; preparing Board meeting papers, agendas and minutes, and liaise directly with Board members, in close collaboration with the CEO
· Contribute to the development and long term strategy of the charity providing regular reports to the board of trustees
· GDPR compliance in the role of GDPR Officer
· The role will require attendance at Board meetings that take place on Saturdays quarterly with one in London per year
Skills required to be successful in this role include:
· High standard of literacy and numeracy
· Excellent organisational skills with attention to detail
· Excellent verbal and written communication skills
· A collaborative working style
· Ability to lead and motivate a small team
· Good problem solving and decision making skills
· Ability to prioritise and delegate tasks and establish clear lines of accountability
· Excellent IT skills and experience in the use of most Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word and Excel. Experience of using a customer relationship management system would also be helpful
· Ability to work with flexibility and adapt to changing circumstances
Experience
We are looking for someone with experience of working in a similar or related role in a small charity who ideally has experience in charity operations and governance.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Closing Date: 7 April 2024
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We're looking for a Shop Manager with a passion for sustainable fashion to join our team in Sidmouth, Devon!
We want to bring the wonders of charity shops back to our high-street and we need driven and passionate people to get us there!
About Us
Save the Children UK believes every child deserves a future. In the UK and around the world, we work every day to give children a healthy start in life, the opportunity to learn and protection from harm. When crisis strikes, and children are most vulnerable, we are always among the first to respond and the last to leave. We ensure children's unique needs are met and their voices are heard. We deliver lasting results for millions of children, including those hardest to reach.
About the Role
Located in Sidmouth, this is a busy shop in a brilliant location, with a vibrant community! As Shop Manager, you'll be leading the volunteer team, as well as focusing on further recruitment to grow our volunteer team and building strong connections within the local community to ensure the shop's continued success.
About You
You will be someone with exceptional people skills, a leader who understands the importance of community and enjoys supporting people to exercise similar passions through volunteering.
You'll bring:
- Proven experience leading and motivating teams, ideally having managed volunteers, or a retail team previously
- A strong understanding of what good looks like in a busy and successful community-led shop, ideally with some experience within Retail or a clear passion for sustainable fashion and knowledge of products and trends
- A can-do attitude and ability to approach challenges in a positive way, knowing when to reach out for support and guidance where you need it.
Previous charity retail experience is ideal, but not essential. If you have transferable leadership skills or experience managing volunteers in other settings and are looking for a new challenge, we'd love to hear from you!
To learn more about the position, please review the Job Description in the attached Documents.
Ways of Working: On-site – this role will be based in the Sidmouth shop in Devon. The shop is currently open 6 days per week (Monday to Saturday), and we're looking for someone able to work 5 days (35 hours) per week to include some weekend working.
Please note: To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early if a high volume of applications are received. This is to ensure that we can manage application levels whilst maintaining a positive candidate experience. Unfortunately once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications.
Flexible Working - We are happy to discuss flexible working options at interview.
Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:
Save the Children UK believes in a world that is fair, inclusive and equitable where all children have the opportunity to change their world. We apply this to our workforce and we are committed to developing and supporting a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organisation where all employees have a sense of belonging and feel that they can be "Free to Be Me". We are not looking for just one type of person - we want to recruit people who can add fresh perspectives, innovative ideas or challenge that disrupts the risk of group think.
We are especially interested in people whose childhood experiences - of life on a low income, of migration, of being in a racialised community, of the care system, of being LGBT+ or in an LGBT+ family or living with (or with someone with) a disability - help us to see things we might otherwise miss. Whatever your story is we want to hear it because we know that different voices, ideas, perspectives and knowledge, working together will enable us to better the lives of children around the world. This is the reason why we are all here.
Fundraising Manager
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Fundraising Manager to implement the fundraising strategy for an important charity.
Position: Fundraising Manager
Location: Remote with some travel required for in-person meetings and events
Hours: Part-time, 28 flexible hours per week
Contract: 12-month fixed-term contract with opportunity to extend
Salary: £35,200 per annum for 4 days per week
Benefits: 3% employer & 5% employee pension contribution, 24 days personal annual leave, plus bank holidays, with additional discretional leave days at the convenience of the organisation, remote working, and staff development through training and coaching.
Closing date: 3rd April 2024 at 9am
Interview date: Will take place online on the 11th of April 2024
About the role:
The purpose of the Fundraising Manager’s role is to develop the role and fundraising strategy of the organisation. You will support the CEO with creating the role, strategy, systems, and activities of income generation for the organisation. You will lead in securing funds from trusts and foundations through grant applications and develop the individual giving campaign as well as leading the growth and future development of new income streams from individuals, corporate partnerships, and other sources. Within all of this, you will oversee the strategy to grow the Fund HER pot of funds that are growing to distribute to women candidates preparing for future elections.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Work with the CEO throughout the contract to design the role of Fundraising Manager as we develop strategy, systems, and activities within the parameters of a 28-hour working week.
- Develop a fundraising and business development strategy, including individual giving, third sector and statutory bodies to move us towards greater sustainability and diversity of income streams.
- Develop a specific Fund HER strategy to build the pot of funds for us to distribute to women candidates preparing for future elections.
- Work with the CEO and wider team to organise any income generation events as articulated in the strategy.
- Achieve agreed grant income targets through writing successful grant applications and tenders.
- Maintain an up-to-date working knowledge of funders and their criteria, through the ongoing research of potential trust and grant funders.
- Maintain excellent relationships with current funders and develop strong relationships with new and prospective funders to prompt ongoing and increased giving.
- Work closely with the CEO to ensure that funders receive accurate outcomes and impact-focused reporting information within agreed timescales.
- Develop, maintain, and update the organisation’s grant funding database.
About you:
The ideal candidate will be resourceful and organised with great attention to detail. You will be flexible and enjoy variety, with strong people skills to build great relationships with the organisation’s community, funders, and many stakeholders. You will be process-orientated with a proven track record in project management. You will love what you do, have a passion for feminism and community and love the collaborative nature of a creative working environment. You’re a team player but have an entrepreneurial spirit running through your veins which means you transform an idea or a brief into something new and innovative.
You will be a proactive, efficient, and organised individual with excellent coordination and administration skills You will be based in Britain, happy to work remotely and travel to in-person meetings when required.
Essential Criteria:
- Experience in fundraising leadership and identifying new funding opportunities.
- Experience in fundraising and strategic planning.
- Track record of relationship development with funders.
- Track record of effective reporting to funders.
- Achievement of personally agreed fundraising targets.
- Experience in working successfully on multiple projects at the same time.
- Up-to-date awareness and understanding of non-profit fundraising.
- Knowledge of legislative frameworks and good practices that support fundraising management.
- Excellent oral, written, and presentational communication skills.
- Ability to utilise a wide range of management skills and techniques to ensure the effective use of resources and so enable successful project delivery.
- Ability to prioritise workload, plan and organise and ensure that deadlines and agreed targets are met.
- Ability to work independently and use own initiative.
About the organisation:
The employer is a tiny but mighty organisation that works to motivate, support & equip women in all their diversity to stand for elected office in all spheres of Government, providing them with the knowledge, confidence, and skills they need to do it. We demystify the process of standing for elected office and motivate women to create action plans for standing through free workshops and online resources. Whilst our work may appear political at first glance, it isn’t. This work is about women.
The very foundation of our organisation’s existence is prefaced on the fact that we are working with women from all the mainstream political parties and independents. We take no policy position on anything and ensure that we are sharing the stories of women from across the political spectrum to remain completely neutral. Our values define it and our funding and reputation would be at risk were we ever to consider demonstrating a preference for women of one political ideology over another.
How to apply:
Write a one-page summary telling us about fundraising campaigns you have run and what work you have done that is relevant to this work setting out the experience (including work, voluntary, and lived) you would bring to the role and how you hope to gain from the experience. Please ensure your summary explains clearly why you have the experience and skills needed to get the job done!
You may also have experience in areas such as Fundraising Manager, Regional Fundraising Manager, Fundraiser, Fundraising, Corporate Fundraiser, Events Fundraiser, Corporate Partnerships Manager, Major Donor Fundraiser, Income Generation, Senior Community Fundraiser, Area Fundraiser etc.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.
Business Development Manager (Wilder Marches)
Salary: £15,610 - £16,571 pro rata (FTE £39,024-£41,427 per annum)
Location: Home based – Some travel to Shrewsbury office and other locations within the project area will be required.
Part Time, 21 hours per week
Fixed Term - 8-month duration, likely commencing June 2024
Closing Date: 28th March 2024
1st Interviews: WC 8th April 2024
The ‘Wilder Marches’ is an iconic cultural and ecological landscape straddling the English Welsh border, broadly defined by the Radnorshire Hills and Clun & NW Herefordshire national landscape character areas. Wilder Marches is also the name of a new initiative to bring about nature’s recovery by creating and restoring habitat at scale in partnership with land managers and other agencies.
The project is currently in a development phase, with the aim of this phase is to create specific projects, to secure funding for expansion, and to begin building a team of land management, green finance advisors, and project officers. One of these workstreams is the establishment of a business model that will be sustainable in the long term. This will be the primary responsibility of the successful candidate to further develop and deliver.
Due to upcoming maternity leave, there is an opportunity to join the Wilder Marches team as Business Development Manager on a fixed term basis.
The successful candidate will be primarily responsible for developing new business models leveraging emerging green finance 2 approaches to support nature’s recover to enable long term programme sustainability and delivery.
The candidate will be expected to research and identify new business opportunities - including new markets, growth areas, trends, customers, partnerships, products and services. They will develop business models and plans to enable sustainable revenue for the programme. The candidate will present findings to the steering board for approval, and then provide a detailed road map to enable delivery of this. Some operational work including establishment of legal structures, development of a customer base and contract management may be required as part of the role.
What our client are looking for:
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Commercial acumen with proven experience within the private, public, or charitable sector; especially regarding designing and implementing sustainable business models.
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Financial budgeting experience, with the ability to forecast, analyse and model income and expenditure.
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Motivated entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to manage own time effectively to deliver results.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
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Strong planning and project management skills.
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An understanding of emerging green finance mechanisms, such as Biodiversity Net Gain, Carbon and Nutrient Neutrality, or ability to effectively upskill in this area.
Please note some evening and weekend work may be required from time to time. Time off in lieu of hours worked will be given if requested.
The rate for full time per annum is £39,024-£41,427 for this role, please note as this role is for an 8-month period the salary is: £26,016 - £27,618 dependant on experience FTE
Our client will consider those who would prefer to work on a consultancy basis. Please state this in your application if this is the case.
Why work for our client - benefits they offer:
o Flexible working
o Home working
o Salary sacrifice scheme
o Generous pension
o Employee Assistance Programme
o Support with training and development to assist career progression
o Inclusive & supportive work atmosphere
Our client value passion, respect, trust, integrity, strength in diversity, and pragmatic activism. Whilst they are passionate in promoting their aims, they are not judgemental and are inclusive. They want their people to be as diverse as nature, so they particularly encourage applications from people who are underrepresented within their sector, including people from minority backgrounds and people with disabilities. They are committed to creating a movement that recognises and truly values individual differences and identities.
As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to offering an interview to anyone with a disability that meets all the essential criteria for the post. Please let them know if you require any adjustments to make their recruitment process more accessible.
No enquiries from agencies or for further advertising will be taken.
Who our client are
Our client has a vision of a thriving natural world, where Shropshire's wildlife and natural habitats play a valued role in addressing the climate and ecological emergencies, and people are inspired and empowered to take action for nature. They combine projects across Shropshire (including Telford & Wrekin) with advocacy and campaigning to restore nature and to engage people. They manage over 40 nature reserves and have almost 50 staff, 300 volunteers, and over 9000 members. Our client are an autonomous charity, but they are increasingly working collectively, as part of The Trusts, to ensure that their local actions have a national impact and help to address global issues.