This is an exciting opportunity to join a thriving national charity, as part of a high-performing, ambitious Business Development team. You will use a wide range of project management, commercial and interpersonal skills to develop the way our services support children, young people and families.

 

This is an agile role, required to flex and respond to the needs of the Business Development function and the ever-changing funding landscape. The main purpose of this role will be to lead on project management work undertaken by the team. As such, you'll be able to demonstrate:

 

Strong organisational skills Meticulous attention to detail The ability to elicit and articulate great ideas Strong written and spoken communication

 

You will need to be a good writer, communicating ideas effectively on paper with an ability to analyse large volumes of data and information to develop clear and compelling plans and responses. It is critical that you can build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support the design, coordination and completion of projects.  Key skills required for this role include:

Programme/Project management Research and Data Analysis Monitoring and Evaluation Report writing Stakeholder management Project planning Experience of working with and engaging diverse partners Communication management A passion for making positive change.

 

In addition, there will be the opportunity to help us develop new services and innovations in priority growth areas, monitor market intelligence, assess commercial and contract risks and work alongside operational colleagues in Children's Services. 

 

Your project management skills may have been developed in any sector, and may need further development, but your commitment to the work we do will be demonstrated by your enthusiasm and ability to learn. In Business Development we are a supportive team, with stimulating and challenging work and extensive opportunities to learn and to help Barnardo's transform the lives of the UK's most vulnerable children.

 

 

This role will operate on a 'Work from Anywhere' basis, meaning that you can work both from home and/or from an office 'hub' that's nearest to where you live. Some travel may be required.

 

Barnardo's believe in creating equality of opportunity in the workplace and supporting people to manage their work-life balance; we are therefore open to offering flexible working arrangements.

 

If you would like to have an informal discussion about the role, please email geraldine.brown@Barnardos.org.uk  

 

Please note due to the high volume of applications for some posts, this advert might close before the displayed closing date. We recommend that you apply for this role as soon as possible.

 

When completing your application please refer to your skills knowledge and experience in relation to the Person Specification, Job Description and Additional Information document (if applicable). This should be done with an understanding of the context of the service described.

Barnardo's is currently moving towards a new way of working that provides greater flexibility for you to choose when and where you carry out your responsibilities within the UK and makes job opportunities more accessible. Barnardo's will only expect you to be in an office when necessary and will provide flexible spaces for innovation and collaboration.

We are committed to welcoming people from a diverse background, culture and experience. Barnardo's believe in creating equality of opportunity in the workplace and supporting people to manage their work-life balance; we are therefore are open to offering flexible working arrangements.