Business Development And Marketing Manager Jobs

About the Role:

This role is crucial in the long-term retention and growth of our partnership revenue streams. The role requires strong interpersonal, negotiation, and project management skills to maintain and nurture mutually beneficial strategic alliances to enhance Urban Synergy’s capacity and reach. The position also provides value to our partners and will ensure our collaborations with businesses, foundations, government agencies, and non-profit organisations are sponsored, supported, and sustainable.

We will be looking for someone who can offer more to really get themselves stuck into Urban Synergy to help grow the company and develop the role into their own.

What You'll Do:

Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential Corporate partners within FTSE 250.

Develop and implement a partnership strategy to enhance financial support and resources for Urban Synergy programmes.

Develop tailored partnership packages that align with the philanthropic priorities and interests of our Corporate partners.

Prepare compelling and professionally written proposals and presentations to potential corporate partners. Ensure they are aligned with the interests of potential partners.

Effectively communicate the impact and benefits of partnerships to prospective sponsors.

Lead negotiations and finalise partnership agreements, ensuring alignment with Urban Synergy's values and goals.

Work with legal and finance teams to ensure contract compliance.

Collaborate with programme managers to ensure seamless integration of corporate partnerships into Urban Synergy's initiatives.

Provide regular updates to the leadership team on partnership progress and outcomes.

Work closely with the finance team to manage and report on the financial aspects of corporate partnerships.

Ensure budgetary alignment with partnership goals and objectives.

Who we are looking for:

Proven experience in a partnership development or similar role, preferable within the non-profit sector.

Bachelors’ Degree in Business, management, marketing, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).

Works collaboratively within a team and also work independently

Comes with ideas and suggestions on how to develop and nurture our partnerships.

Self-starter, who is results-oriented with a track record of achieving fundraising targets.

Is socially dynamic, successful at networking and is able to nurture and maintain positive relationships

Strategic thinking and ability to align partnerships with organisational goals.

Exceptional writing and communication skills and displays a commitment to excellence through careful attention to detail.

Strong organisational and project management skills.

Proficiency in fundraising software, CRM systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Knowledge of ethical fundraising practices and compliance regulations.

Collaborative and strategic builder.

If you are a curious and empathetic individual committed to making a positive impact on the lives of young people, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join our team at Urban Synergy.

Urban Synergy is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds.

Who we are:

Urban Synergy, an award-winning youth empowerment charity, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Partnership Manager to join our growing team. This position is responsible for driving the development of strategic partnerships with corporate entities and plays a pivotal role in expanding Urban Synergy's reach and impact through meaningful collaborations aligned with our mission to make a long-term positive impact on the lives of young people.

Founded in 2007, by our CEO Leila Thomas, Urban Synergy's mission is to inspire, guide, and ignite the ambitions of young people aged 9-24 years. We focus on early support to build confidence and demonstrate to young people that the world is their oyster. Through our mentoring programmes, we create a positive and lasting impact on the lives of our beneficiaries by fostering personal development, building self-confidence, and providing guidance to help them achieve their goals.

Work environment

Flexible hybrid working. You will be required to travel to London on a regular basis to meet the team, and other in person meetings, sponsored events and Partner organisations.

Urban Synergy is unable to sponsor individuals to work in the UK.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company pension

• Work from home

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• London: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (preferred)

Experience:

• Partnership Management: 3 years (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in London

At The Lullaby Trust our vision is clear: a world where no baby dies suddenly or unexpectedly, and every grieving family gets the support they need. We exist to keep babies safe and support bereaved families. 

We give families a safer start to life and create a supportive space for anyone whose baby or infant has died suddenly or unexpectedly. We empower families and health professionals with trusted advice on keeping babies safe, backed by research, and provide grieving families with bereavement support, side-by-side.

Since 1991 we have reduced the rate of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome by 82% and saved the lives of over 32,000 babies. But our work is not over, as three babies still die suddenly and unexpectedly a week.

As the Digital Marketing Officer, you will deliver digital marketing activity and traditional marketing activity for The Lullaby Trust.

This role will focus on developing our digital marketing and digital brand activity to achieve our organisational objectives, save babies’ lives and support bereaved families. This role will cultivate strong working relationships with all internal teams, to ensure that we are making digital marketing perform for all departments, to better our impact. Demonstrating commitment and enthusiasm for the sector, success in this role will require outstanding digital marketing experience focused on setting and achieving ambitious growth targets. 

It is a key time to be joining The Lullaby Trust as we develop our new brand positioning, new website and creative direction, to help us reach more families and supporters than ever.

We are a friendly, flexible employer and want to create a diverse and inclusive work environment for everyone. 

If this excites you, we would love to hear from you. For more information on the role and how to apply, please download our job pack.

For every baby. For every family. Forever. Together, we can keep babies safe.

Please do not use AI software to generate your answers; it is usually obvious when this has been done as the answers generated tend to then be exactly the same as other candidates. We'd love to see what you can uniquely bring to the role.

Making Music is the UK association for leisure-time music, with 4,000 music groups in membership including choirs, bands, ensembles of all kinds, orchestras, and more.

We are now looking for a part-time (3 days per week/22.5 hours a week) Marketing & Sales Manager.

This is a key role within the Membership & Services team and works closely with the Membership & Services Manager, the Deputy CEO for Membership & Business Development, and the Communications Manager, to help Making Music grow its membership, retain current members, and deepen its engagement with existing members, encouraging their uptake of services, resources and other opportunities.

This role is for someone with experience in marketing who is ready to take on a role with greater responsibility and strategic input.

We would expect you to develop and implement a marketing strategy on recruitment and retention of members, as well as various marketing campaigns related to particular services and activities Making Music offers.

We are looking for the best person for this role, whatever your past opportunities, so we are asking you to complete three tasks online, and your answers to these will be the only information the two staff members making a longlist will look at.

We understand that having different voices from all sections of society in our team will help us be the best organisation we can be and best support our diverse membership. We especially welcome applications from disabled people, people of the Global Majority or people whose socio-economic background has limited their opportunities.

The 22.5 hours per week can be worked flexibly, and at least some of them from home, by agreement with your line manager, but we would expect you, if at all possible, to spend at least 2 days or 2 part-days each week in our office by London Bridge.

This is a friendly team, and our bright and lively office is located in one of the buzziest areas of London, with excellent transport links and nice places to spend your lunchtimes or meet friends after work.

We are committed to making adjustments to our application process – please get in touch and tell us what we can do: we want you to have the best chance at showing us what you are capable of. You can also contact us for further information about the role or the application process.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

We are seeking a motivated, forward-thinking and enthusiastic Digital Marketing Officer to join our growing media team in raising the organisation’s profile and implementing digital strategies to improve the lives of seafarers. This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career and join a fantastic company that is passionate about seafarers’ welfare.

MNWB is an equal opportunities employer so we want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential. Please let us know if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you. 

You will be required to provide proof of your eligibility to work in the UK.

To apply, please submit your CV and supporting statement outlining your interest in the post and how you meet the points in the person specification.

Benefits:

Option for hybrid working
Attractive pension scheme
Enhanced paternity pay
26 days’ leave plus bank holidays
Group Life Cover
Critical Illness Cover
Free parking on-site in the centre of Southampton

Business Development and Strategy Manager 

Kineara has the opportunity to develop a commercial arm and develop our products and services to increase cash flow and future opportunities. The Business Development and Strategy manager role will support  Kineara’s business objectives and activities in order to achieve our vision. As part of our vision we want to be in the best position to take advantage of potential growth opportunities.  Kineara’s potential for growth is something the team are immensely proud of. This role will enhance Kineara’s readiness to access opportunities and become a trusted sustainable organisation.

The role will help Kineara gain insights and a deeper understanding of the external environment by researching the needs of the business and its competitors to gain a broader view of the target market to increase competitiveness. This role explores viable commercial opportunities, reviews current market trends to propose new business ideas that can improve revenue margins, whilst keeping our clients at the heart of our growth and impact.

Objectives of role

• Support and develop a business strategy that prioritises Kineara's growth, sustainability and impact
• Scope out potential commercial opportunities informed by our current services and products to build sustainable revenue and improve cashflow
• Build relationships with partners and develop a network of contacts to attract new partnerships

Responsibilities

• Helping Kineara obtain better brand recognition and financial growth
• Coordinate with all staff including executive, operational, communication and finance teams
• Develop quotes and proposals for prospective partners and clients
• Setting goals for Kineara’s team and developing strategies to meet those goals
• Attend business meetings, conferences and industry events
• Conduct high-level industry research that aligns with Kineara’s ambition for growth and sustainability focusing on where Kineara’s products and services can be best promoted and sold
• Provide constructive feedback to Kineara CEO and trusteesProduce and oversee the growth strategy and plan
• Identify and propose new areas, methods and commercial opportunities for growth and forecast potential sale areas
• Conduct competitor analysis
• Identify new skills needed within the team to ensure success of new business opportunities

Essentrial

• Entrepreneurial mindset
• Demonstrable experience of supporting social businesses and organisations grow and develop in a sustainable way – this may be developing and executing business plans
• Business management skills
• Excellent verbal communication skills
•  Strong analytic, strategic and leadership skills
• Experiencing in nurturing relationships
• Enthusiasm for Kineara and its growth potential
• Experience in taking opportunities to market

Desirables

• Experience in sales, communication, negotiation, marketing, data analysis and project management [NB1] 

Preferred qualifications

• Educational background in business, marketing, or finance

Hybrid (working from our central London or Oxford office a minimum of 4 days per month)
Full-Time 37.5 hours / 5 days a week
Up to £35,000 per annum

Young Enterprise is dedicated to helping thousands of young people each year develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need to succeed. Through our nationwide enterprise and financial capability programmes, we empower young people to discover who they are and what they can achieve.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic, youth-focused charity and play a pivotal role in driving forward the development of resources designed to support educators and enhance the financial capability of children and young people.

We are looking for a proactive and organised individual to join Young Enterprise as the Resources Development Project Manager. The successful candidate will lead on all aspects of the resource development and Quality Mark accreditation services, ensuring high standards and efficient project management from inception to completion.

About the Role

The Resources Development Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing multiple resource development projects, from drafting high-quality funding proposals to managing content creation, working with expert authors, design agencies, and coordinating evaluation processes. The role involves maintaining effective stakeholder communications, managing budgets, and reporting on progress both verbally and digitally against KPIs.

Another key responsibility will be managing the Quality Mark accreditation process, including training freelance assessors and supporting external resource producers through assessment.

Reporting to the Services Development Manager, the Resources Development Project Manager will also line manage and support the Services Coordinator in their role.

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking a dynamic and proactive individual with excellent communication, organisation and project management skills. You will have a track record of delivering projects on time and on budget, a solution focussed attitude to problem solving and the ability to balance and prioritise competing demands in a busy function.

You should be experienced in developing and managing resources or content from concept to delivery, building and maintaining relationships with diverse stakeholders, and coordinating evaluation processes. We are looking for someone who is proactive, can work independently, and is comfortable making trade-offs while understanding the wider impact on interconnected areas. A passion for supporting young people and a commitment to the values of Young Enterprise are essential.

Experience in managing digital content development, an understanding of educational settings, and knowledge of the current educational landscape are not required but would be advantageous.

Why Work for Us?

• People-focused, friendly, and supportive workplace culture
• Active commitment to equality and diversity
• Access to mentoring schemes with corporate partners
• Generous holiday allowance of 7.2 weeks plus your birthday off
• Access to an NHS top-up scheme for expenses such as dental and optical
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Cycle-to-work scheme
• Group Life Assurance
• Access to various employee friendly initiatives such as Discount and Benefits platform, Leave Purchase scheme, part financial contribution to Professional Development etc

This is a hybrid role, working out of our London or Oxford office a minimum of 4 times per month.

If this role appeals to you, we’d like to hear from you! Join us in building a successful and sustainable future for young people and gain the recognition, support, and rewards you need to grow and develop.

To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter (up to two sides of A4) outlining your suitability for the role based on the Job Description and Person Specification by no later than 5 pm on Thursday 19 September.  Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.

Interviews will be held via Teams between 30 September and 2nd October.

Please note that while we aim to respond to all applications, if you have not heard from us within two weeks of the closing date, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.

Job Title: Corporate Partnerships - New Business Manager
Reporting To: Senior Manager – Partnership Development & New Business
Contract Type: Full-time
Principal Location: London
Salary Range: £38,000-46,000

About us:

Street Child, one of the world’s fastest-growing international children’s charities, are searching for an impressive and experienced corporate partnerships, new business minded professional to play a key role in continuing the organisation's extraordinary growth - from a start-up, aiming to support 100 children into school in Sierra Leone under 15-years ago, to our current status operating in 20+ countries and having recently reached over one million children since our inception.

Corporate Partnerships constitutes a key strategic growth area and income stream for Street Child, especially of unrestricted/flexible funds - and is one we are committed to significantly developing as a key pilar of our plans for continued growth. Live major partners include the likes of Liberty Global plc, UBS, Accenture, Infosys and Boodles the jewellers - as well as 70+ other firms, supporting at different levels, ranging from niche outfits to household brands. For the past few years Street Child, in collaboration with corporate partners, has hosted events at Davos, the UN General Assembly, and at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona - exciting initiatives that provided fantastic platforms, that we are keen to build on, with the support of this role.

We believe we offer a compelling corporate partnership proposition - high-quality, innovative, data-driven programming that protect and educate children in some of the world’s toughest situations; leverage potential via UN, philanthropic and Government matching grants; superb, agile and highly responsive donor service, with strong ability and willingness to tailor solutions; outstanding communications; and an entrepreneurial, commercial ethos.

The role:

We believe Street Child has a huge opportunity to achieve even more growth in the Corporate Partnerships sector by diversifying our coverage and relationships into new industries and growth markets. The New Business Manager role will play a key role in leading our New Business activity outside of our existing portfolio. Reporting to our recently appointed Senior Manager for Partnership and New Business, your role will involve:

1. Core New Business activity: Researching and development of prospect lists for priority industries to implement New Business campaigns capable of securing multi-year high value partnerships. Responsibility for building Street Child’s network of corporate relationships and growing pipeline of corporate partnership opportunities.

2. Partnership and proposition development: Working closely with our colleagues in the Corporate Partnerships and Global Programme Funding teams to develop engaging and impactful partnership plans and project propositions, focusing on priority countries and programmes to support Street Child’s strategy and mission.

3. Corporate engagement with events: Utilising the portfolio of events Street Child has across the year to engage and steward corporate relationships, including Street Child owned events and external events including the World Economic Forum and UN General Assembly.

4. Supporting on cross-organisational fundraising activations: Leading on new corporate engagement activities, including new fundraising and sponsorship activations, to support cross-organisational initiatives including our Spring Gala, annual Back to School Campaign and other key milestones throughout the year.

Key activities in this role:

• Development of New Business engagement plans – identifying, researching, engaging and cultivating new corporate prospects and relationships;
• Implementing ambitious New Business campaigns to target priority industries, including the oversight of prospecting and marketing mapping activity;
• Management of new business pipeline and prospect lists, including use and maintenance of corporate prospects data on CRM;
• Close collaboration with Partnership Development and Account Management teams to promote best practice corporate donor stewardship and partnership delivery;
• Active networking and attending various international events to maximise New Business opportunities;
• Consistent, proactive New Business activity via Street Child networks and cold approaches;
• Searching for suitable open corporate partnership opportunities/calls to apply to and working with colleagues to submit high quality applications;
• Supporting our corporate advocacy events, including inviting new corporate attendees for Street Child events - and working with colleagues to help plan/strategise Street Child presence as appropriate (including Davos, UNGA);
• Working with colleagues to develop our corporate propositions – both fundraising products and exciting, innovative new project proposals alongside our Programme Funding teams.

Key qualities:

• Highly credible, with strong all-round communication skills;
• Comfortable and excited about networking at high profile events including the World Economic Forum in Davos;
• New Business mentality but with a highly strategic mind and passion for creating genuine value-exchange partnerships between the NGO and private sector;
• Personable, tenacious, resilient, imaginative, ambitious;
• Team-worker;
• Flexible and agile – you will enjoy working in a fast-paced, fluid working environment focused on growth;
• Strong corporate fundraising and/or corporate background (preferably in sales/marketing);
• This is an exciting role in a small team with hugely ambitious and exciting global growth plans in the coming years. This role will be at the heart of our rapidly growing organisation making a great difference to the lives of children living in the world’s lowest resource and most dangerous humanitarian contexts. You will have huge support - but also a lot of scope to make the role your own and choose your path to impact. The opportunity here for impact, and career progression, is vast.

We will consider candidates with two types of backgrounds:

1. Proven superb, corporate fundraising track-records, ideally in the international development/humanitarian sector (or otherwise demonstrating strong development/humanitarian knowledge and clear passion for the sector); &/or

2. A compelling, commercial background - coupled with a super clear desire to use your skills and experience in the humanitarian/development space, and the ability to rapidly build relevant technical skills and knowledge.

A prior background in international development/humanitarian is preferred but is not essential. A strong commitment to Street Child's cause is essential.

The role is envisaged as UK-based but is global in scope. A willingness to travel is expected. The ideal candidate would work full-time; and physically in our City of London office for a minimum 3 days of the week – with some flexibility considered for outstanding candidates.

Are you passionate about fashion or furniture and want to make a difference through your work? We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Store Manager to join our team, focusing on driving sales while supporting our charitable mission.

About the Role:

As the Store Manager, you will play a key role in supporting our Retail Manager to maximise sales and ensure the smooth operation of our retail business. You’ll be part of an enthusiastic Retail team that values collaboration, innovation, and a shared commitment to positive change.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Retail Manager in achieving sales targets and operational goals.
• Lead, inspire, and manage a dedicated team, including staff and volunteers.
• Ensure exceptional customer service and a welcoming store environment.
• Manage inventory, merchandising, and store presentation to align with brand standards.
• Oversee daily store operations, including cash handling, reporting, and compliance.
• Contribute to marketing initiatives and community engagement efforts.

About You:

• Experience: Previous experience in a store management role within the fashion or furniture industry is essential.
• Skills: Strong leadership skills with proven line management experience. Experience managing volunteers is highly desirable.
• Attitude: Positive, proactive, and passionate about driving change. A “can-do” attitude and optimism for the future are a must.
• Passion: Enthusiasm for fashion, furniture, and making a positive impact through charity-focused work.

Why Join Us?

• Training: Additional training and development opportunities will be provided.
• Team: Join a friendly and supportive team that is dedicated to making a difference.
• Impact: Be part of a company that values its people and their contributions to both business and community.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and share our passion for fashion and positive change, we’d love to hear from you!

How to Apply:

Please submit your CV and a cover letter explaining why you would be a great fit for this role.

About us

Providence Row tackles the root causes of homelessness to help people get off, and stay off, the streets. The charity was founded in 1860 to work with vulnerable people living in the East End of London.  We are extremely proud of how the charity has continued to grow and develop for more than 160 years. 

For homeless people, or those at risk of homelessness, finding employment and housing opportunities can feel like an uphill battle, even more so if they’re affected by physical, mental health or substance misuse issues.  Providence Row works with those affected by homelessness and those vulnerably housed in London, offering an integrated service of crisis support, advice and progression programmes.  We ensure that people often excluded from mainstream services gain the support and opportunities they need to create a safe, healthy and sustainable life away from the streets.

About the role

To lead the business development function within Providence Row, achieving agreed business retention and growth objectives to sustain the viability of Providence Row’s mission. The post holder works closely with the Executive Leadership Team and reports to the CEO.

Key responsibilities

• Analyse and distil trends and key drivers of change arising from the macroeconomic environment, regulation, politics and government policy. Adapt the business plan as required to intelligence from the market sector.
• Establish and maintain a network of influence within commissioning circles at local and regional level. Create and sustain external relationships in the interests of the charity and maintain a strong external presence/profile.
• Understand the organisation’s unique value proposition and competitive advantage, and how to maintain and communicate this.
• Assess the relative strengths and opportunities for the charity within the sector, identify peers and analogous charities, understand their value proposition relative to the charity and build partnership alliances in support of business capability. 
• Leverage new partnerships to diversify sources of work, expanding the charity’s presence and extending the reach and influence of the charity.
• Lead negotiations achieving retention of prioritised contracts on favourable terms.
• Actively monitor tender opportunities suited to the charity’s capabilities.
• Prepare compelling and competitive proposals that consistently position the organisation in the finalists’ list, provide strategic input to increase the win rate of bids/tenders.
• Ensure pricing and costing is competitive, reflecting the charity’s commitment to the delivery of high quality service and care.
• Research, assess and understand all sources of funds and funding mechanisms.
• Promote the charity’s work and vision more broadly in the charity sector, tell the organisational story in an effective and compelling manner, using outcome data and evidence of impact.
• Help to shape Providence Row’s long-term service delivery objectives and develop plans to achieve them.

The ideal candidate

To be considered for this role you should meet the following criteria:

• Senior level experience in leading on the retention and growth of business in the charity sector
• Confidence and experience in networking, influencing and negotiating with senior external stakeholders
• Skilled in drafting and submitting business proposals, written tenders and grant applications
•  Experience of successfully implementing strategic plans
• Knowledge of the commissioning landscape and funding trends
• Experience of working as part of a senior team

Research shows some people, especially women and marginalised groups, may hesitate to apply unless they match all the criteria. However, we want to assure everyone that we encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of whether they fulfil every point in the job description. Your unique perspective matters to us – please apply with confidence.

Benefits

• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Employee assistance programme
• Access to shopping discounts

To apply

Please upload your CV with a covering letter detailing how you meet the job specification by 21 September 2024 at 23:30.

Interviews

Please note that we may interview on a rolling basis and therefore encourage early applications.

Providence Row is a charitable company limited by guarantee registered in England and Wales; company number 07452798 registered charity number 1140192.

We are looking for an experienced and talented Communications and Brand Manager to join The Royal College of Radiologists (RCR). This is an exciting role for a creative and collaborative individual looking to lead on our member engagement, brand and marketing activity to ensure that the RCR is positioned as the global leader on all aspects of radiology and oncology. 

Reporting into the Head of Marketing and Digital, with three direct reports, you will lead on the promotion of all RCR activity to our members, ensuring they are engaged and updated, while feeling valued, listened to and part of an innovative community at the heart of healthcare. You’ll be a confident and skilled communicator, who is able to create clear, compelling, and effective copy. You will build communication plans and campaigns that share the wide range of RCR services with all our audiences, and build an RCR brand that is innovative, authoritative and inspiring. 

What you’ll do: 

• Evaluate and develop the way we use our communication channels to ensure they are creating impact and engagement with key audiences. 

• Support other teams to build engagement around our events, training courses, products and services through effective communications and promotion. 

• Oversee the delivery of our printed publications and collateral. 

• Manage corporate communications activity, including design and branding. 

• Work collaboratively with the wider team and other colleagues to develop cross-organisational plans to promote RCR activity 

• Oversee the development of an audience ad data-led approach to engagement. 

• Translate key objectives and insights into action plans that achieve results.   

What you’ll need: 

• Experience managing operational day to day communications activity 

• Experience creating content and narrative to drive engagement 

• Ability to problem solve in a creative way 

• Experience of line management 

• Excellent relationship building and interpersonal skills 

• Strong copywriting and presentation skills, confident in writing for different audiences 

If you are looking for an opportunity to demonstrate your passion and experience in a charitable organisation with a great cause and ambitious goals, please find out more about the Communications and Brand Manager role, the RCR and how to apply by visiting the RCR website and reading the candidate pack.  

This vacancy closes 23:59 8 September 2024. Shortlist interviews are scheduled for 11 September and selection interviews for 17 September 2024 and will take place on site at our Central London office. 

We are hoping for an October 2024 start date. 

Business and Community Development Manager – Hoot Credit Union

We are looking for a champion for our business with the drive and energy to get our products and services out to as many people as possible. 

Full-time | Permanent | 36 hours per week |£33,000 pa + 6% pension contribution

Closing date: Monday 16 September 11.59pm

We are looking for a champion for our business with the drive and energy to get our products and services out to as many people as possible. As an advocate for making people aware of our social values, you will develop relationships with existing and potential new partners to generate business opportunities, strategic partnerships and collaboration on delivering social value.

Hoot Credit Union is a member-owned financial services co-operative serving the people of Bolton and Bury. Hoot offers savings accounts and affordable loans to its members, and aims to provide products and services aimed at improving the financial well-being of its members.

The Business and Community Development Manager represents Hoot in the community, seeks out new possibilities and explores options which will help generate income to drive our business forward.

The role is based in Bolton but offers flexible working arrangements. Some evening and weekend work will be required.

What are we looking for?

· Excellent communication skills.

· Demonstrable skills in business and community development.

· Influencing skills with a flair for relationship management.

· A commitment to supporting, promoting and demonstrating credit union social values.

Key Dates

Closing date for applications is Monday 16 September 11.59pm. Interviews are expected to take place on 26 September. 

Please do not send a CV

This is an exciting time to join London’s Air Ambulance Charity. We have just reached our fundraising target to replace our two helicopters and are planning how we can capitalise on the remarkable success of our campaign.

We are seeking a digital marketing and communications expert to join our team for 12 months to cover maternity leave. The role shapes and develops the digital strategy. It brings together all our digital functions in order to strengthen our fundraising, marketing and communications.

Leading on the development and integration of all digital channels, you will support on the rollout of an overarching email marketing and website strategy, as well as oversee the integration of paid and organic social. The post holder will understand our different supporter groups to ensure digital work maximises supporter communications and will thrive on a fast-paced, vibrant environment.

You will have significant experience of developing and implementing digital strategies to improve fundraising and awareness communication and be skilled at turning data and insights into strategic digital campaigns.

In return we offer a supportive and enabling environment that gets the best out of our people. We promote a culture of progression and professional advancement offering a range of learning and development opportunities. We offer hybrid and flexible working options, wellbeing packages and family friendly employment policies.

We pride ourselves on our dedication to being an employer that values diversity, we firmly believe that each team member can provide a unique perspective and valuable contribution to the lives of the people we serve, applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Who we are:

Muslim Aid is a UK faith-based international development organisation that provides support to communities around the world affected by disasters, conflict, or endemic poverty without regard to their social, religious, or ethnic background. 

Established in 1985, Muslim Aid has facilitated the engagement of the British Muslim and non-Muslim community in support of its work in a variety of ways. Over the years, its humanitarian work has included responses to major crises around the world including, famine in East Africa, earthquakes and flooding in Pakistan and Bangladesh as well as conflicts in Syria and Yemen. 

We place strong emphasis on long-term development projects that build the capacity of local people helping themselves. In addition to the 5 country offices worldwide we also work with multiple partner offices focusing on sustainable Development Programmes and providing humanitarian relief during times of crisis.

Summary of the role:

As the Business Development specialist, you will be taking on a leadership role in the organisations plans for seeking growth in new markets through institutional relationships. These include (but are not limited to): the Middle East (Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait), Canada, and Europe. This is a senior technical position that performs a variety of complex business development work across the organisation.

About the Role:

1. Develop donor and new market engagement strategies and associated implementation plans
2. Engage internal and external senior stakeholders, influencing as needed to ensure that your team can maximise all opportunities.
3. Engage, build and manage relationships with targeted donors in new selected markets. Coordinate efforts with other team members responsible for income generation from Trusts and Foundations, corporate donors, and high-net worth donors.
4. Lead a comprehensive donor scoping and mapping exercise for donors in targeted new market. Continuously, update this mapping document based on engagement with prospective donors.
5. Identify and track relevant upcoming funding opportunities – through advance intelligence gathering, partner relationships, and other available resources
6. Provide grant management oversight on portfolio of grants funded by new Market donors and serve as primarily focal point for donor communications. 

About You:

To be successful in this role you will need:

1. Postgraduate degree in international development, sustainable livelihoods, humanitarianism, programme management, or equivalent.
2. Understanding of development programmes design, implementation and evaluation.
3. Knowledge of overseas markets and/or experience of successfully fundraising in a different market to the UK. Experience with Middle Eastern Donors is highly desirable.
4. Experience of successfully fundraising and dealing with institutional donors and international donors, with a focus on Trusts and Foundations.
5. Excellent technical skills in writing, editing, formatting, research, negotiation, and verbal communications.
6. Excellent networking and influencing skills, both internal and external. Specifically experience of supporting cultural change within an organisation, influencing sideways and upwards to gain buy in and active support from senior staff as needed.

Why you should apply:

As the Business Development Specialist, you will play a critical role to support and improve the dynamic programmatic portfolio that Muslim Aid implements globally. In this position, you will lead the organisation's plans for growth in new markets through institutional relationships, You will work closely with partners, country offices, and donors, contributing to improving systems within the department. If you are looking for a new challenge and want to grow, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits you will enjoy if you work for us: 

• 37 days holiday (including Bank Holidays and Privilege days) 
• Hybrid working
• Paid time off for medical appointments 
• 2 hours lunch break on Fridays 
• Time off in Lieu (TOIL) 
• Pension Scheme

How to apply:

To apply please submit your cover letter (no more than 1 page) and CV. 

The Human Edge is a specialist mentoring and coaching organisation. We’ve developed our expertise, approaches and partnerships over 16 years, and we use our learning and experience as a foundation to design and implement integrated leadership development and learning programmes and initiatives for entrepreneurs, managers and leaders.  

We believe that building thriving businesses and social impact organisations which drive lasting positive change takes confident leadership, skills, and connections.  Through our work we equip people, teams, organisations and networks/ecosystems with the tools, approaches, and skills to overcome challenges, build stronger relationships and strengthen their leadership to steer their organisations forward and achieve greater results, faster.  

We partner and collaborate globally with local and international governments, foundations, international NGOs and corporates. We work in multiple languages, across contexts, cultures, and sectors. The Human Edge is a values-based organisation with a diverse and committed international team who bring a focus on quality, connections, innovation and learning to their work. 

About you 

You are a dynamic and strategic leader with over a decade of experience in income generation and partnership management, specifically within the leadership development, learning and development, and human capital development sectors, particularly in the UK public sector and international development arenas. Your track record of successfully leading teams and securing high-value, long-term funding partnerships through grant and bid/open tender processes sets you apart. 

You excel in relationship management, leveraging your outstanding networking, negotiation, and communication skills to build and maintain partnerships that drive sustainable growth. Your ability to inspire, influence, and engage stakeholders at all levels is one of your key strengths. 

You possess a proactive, solutions-oriented mindset, with a passion for leadership development, learning and development and community building and a commitment to The Human Edge’s vision and mission. Your resilience, creativity, and team-oriented approach make you an influential member of any senior management team, ready to drive strategic objectives and contribute to the overall success of the organisation. 

About the role  

We are seeking a Head of Development and Partnerships to join our Senior Management Team alongside the CEO, Head of Programmes and Head of Finance and Operations. 

You will drive income generation and partnerships development with funders and prime contractors within primarily the UK public and international development sectors, ensuring that our programmes, courses and consultancy offerings meet market needs and are financially sustainable.

You will lead on activities generating over £1m annually through grants, tenders, contracts, partnerships, and strategic communications contributing to The Human Edge's financial growth and brand development. 

As the key member dedicated to income generation, you will shape and expand our funding streams, driving the growth of our services while serving as a charismatic external ambassador and effective communicator and influencer. 

Please note that applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. 

How to apply 

Download our recrutiment pack for details of how to apply.

The Human Edge is an equal opportunity employer and committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. We believe in the potential of everyone – whatever makes you, you. A diverse workforce can only make us better and all applications are considered without discrimination based on age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital, civil or other relationship status, religion, race, belief, colour, ethnic origin, physical ability, neurodiversity or socio-economic status.