The Opportunity:
Nigel Wright is partnering with a leading non-profit organisation to recruit a Business Development Manager. This newly created role will be instrumental in driving the organisation's income generation through a strategic blend of targeted business development, securing long-term grant funding, and enhancing major donor philanthropy. Hybrid/Remote working with regular travel to the North/
Role Profile:
* Collaborate with senior leaders on strategic initiatives to enhance market position and bid accuracy.
* Drive business development, manage the pipeline, and oversee bids by staying informed on industry trends and competitors.
* Engage in market events and seek partnerships to broaden the organisation's influence.
* Prepare proposals with input from operational staff.
* Maintain a robust pipeline of business development and grant activities.
* Develop applications for trusts and foundations, focusing on significant grants.
* Support senior leadership in cultivating relationships with major donors.
* Manage public donations, lead fundraising efforts, and ensure regulatory compliance.
* Create quarterly reports to inform funders of the charity’s impact.
Person Specification:
* Skilled in navigating commissioning frameworks, dynamic purchasing systems, social impact projects, and services commissioned by local authorities.
* Proven track record of writing and securing competitive tenders.
* Extensive experience in generating substantial, multi-year income from charitable trusts and foundations.
* Skilled in creating and implementing effective income generation strategies.
* Proficient in establishing and nurturing relationships with high-net-worth individuals.
* Outstanding communication abilities, adept at fostering relationships, networking, influencing others, and effectively delivering messages to a wide range of audiences.
* Hybrid/Remote with visits to Newcastle HQ and plus occasional UK wide travel