Business Development Officer

Join Our Team – Business Development Manager

We're looking for a dynamic individual to identify, secure, and manage funding opportunities. You will work closely with our Head of Business Development & Partnerships to implement our income generation strategy. Your role will involve researching potential income generation opportunities, preparing grant proposals, managing funding applications, and maintaining donor relationships. You'll also drive forward our CRM system, leveraging data to demonstrate our impact, secure funding and support strategic decision-making.

About Us:

Action for Family Carers is a well-established Essex-based charity dedicated to supporting unpaid carers and young carers. We've been making a positive impact for over 30 years.

About You:

You like to get results! You have experience in securing funding through grants, donations, partnerships and sponsorships. You have strong writing and communication skills for crafting compelling proposals. You also understand the value of accurate data when demonstrating impact of our services and have good data analysis and CRM skills. Most importantly, you will share our vision, our values and our ambition to do more for local families.

What We Offer:

·       Salary: Band 7, £29361 per annum FTE

·       Contract: Permanent

·       Hours: 21 hours per week - Flexible days/hours, hybrid office/home working

·       Location: Brickhouse Farm, Poulton Close, Maldon, Essex, CM9 6NG

Benefits:

·       Full induction and relevant training

·       Contributory work-based pension scheme

·       Access to a 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme

·       Flexible working arrangements

Apply Now:

If you're ready to be part of a dynamic team, contribute to meaningful work, and make a positive impact, we want to hear from you! Apply now and help us continue changing lives at Action for Family Carers.

Read the full Job Description and Person Specification. Send your CV with a covering letter addressing why you meet the requirements of the person specification. 

Closing date for applications 5pm, Tuesday 16th July 2024

Action for Family Carers is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.