Business Development Coordinator

Hours: 22.5 hours (0.6FTE) days and times to be agreed (between Mon – Fri 09:00-17:00)

Contract: Fixed-Term Maternity Cover (9 months)

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced and passionate individual to join our forward-thinking organisation in our New Business Team:

The role

As part of a fast-paced team, this role supports the implementation and delivery of successful bids including market research and intelligence, and service mobilisation.

The Business Development Coordinator will manage and operate bid/proposal information systems, including Commissioner portals, ensuring data and information are accurate and current.

They will produce and maintain project and team documentation and co-ordinate project/tender monitoring and reporting. They will demonstrate a high degree of effective organisational, administrative and IT skills with the ability to balance a wide variety of priorities such as managing the fundraising inbox and providing administrative support to the team.

The person

A strong attention to detail and the ability to show initiative and autonomy will be required together with an ability to work under pressure in a variety of situations. Previous experience of managing tender portals, writing PQQs, uploading tenders, and/or providing strategic support into projects is desirable.

Second Step is a leading mental health charity in the South West offering housing, support and hope to thousands of people with mental health and other support needs. Our goal is to inspire hope and deliver change for everybody and every community we work with.

We offer excellent training and support, and we acknowledge the commitment and dedication of our employees, which is the foundation of our success. We would like to hear from people who share the same belief and values.

Closing Date: 9am, Tuesday 16th April 2024.

Interview Dates: Anticipated 23rd - 25th April 2024.