Business Development Officers Locations: Sydney, NSW Time Type: Full Time Posted On: Posted 3 Days Ago Time Left to Apply: End Date: October 31, 2024 (25 days left to apply) Job Requisition ID: JR102631 Full Time, Permanent positions Location: Flexible state location with hybrid WFH options! Multiple roles: (i) Business Development Officers (ii) Senior Business Development Officers Wide range of career experiences and backgrounds will be considered Great salary starting from $101,129 + Super + NFP Salary Packaging, based on experience Your Opportunity Join Mission Australia as a Business Development Officer and be part of a dedicated team committed to securing national, state and local funding that supports our transformative programs. In this role, you will prepare both government tenders and proactive proposals, playing a vital role in crafting high-quality submissions that drive our growth across Community Services, Housing, and other divisions. Collaborating with subject matter experts, you will conduct thorough market research and manage the entire bid process, ensuring that each submission meets the highest standards. We offer several exciting opportunities at varying levels of seniority, making this an ideal time to advance your career in a meaningful way. If you are passionate about turning funding opportunities into impactful solutions and are eager to contribute to real change, we invite you to join our team and make a difference in the lives of those we serve. Your key responsibilities will be to: Analyse tender specifications to understand funder objectives and drivers, ensuring alignment with Mission Australia's goals. Collaborate with leaders from Community Services, Housing, and other divisions to prepare bid content, create project plans, and mitigate risks. Write compelling tenders, grants, and proposals that meet high standards and adhere to funder requirements and Mission Australia's style guide. Maintain and manage systems, processes, CRMs, and Microsoft Teams sites to support efficient bid development. Coordinate input from internal stakeholders, including finance, legal, and service delivery teams, for comprehensive submissions. Conduct research, gather evidence, and use data to support service models and enhance tender and proposal quality. Requirements for Success: At least 2 years experience in tender writing or business development within the community services or community housing sectors. A qualification in business, communications, community sector or a related field (preferred). Strong writing, editing, analytical thinking, and project management skills, with a proven track record of successful tender submissions. Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities. Strong time management, organisational skills, and initiative in overseeing tenders. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and a strong personal alignment with Mission Australia's values and culture. Before starting work with us, you will need to undertake a national police history check, qualifications, and referee checks, and have a clearance to work with children/vulnerable people. Our culture Our innovative and inclusive culture will ensure you feel valued at Mission Australia as you help Australians in need and develop in your career. We prioritize the safety and wellbeing of everyone, both within our team and the individuals we serve. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive working environment. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds; gender, age, ethnicity, race, cultural background, disability, religion, and sexual orientation to submit an application and aim to ensure that the recruitment and employee experience is as accessible and inclusive as possible. If you live with disability and require support to submit your application, please email or visit our Careers page for additional contact details. Your benefits Rewarding work – every day you know you're making a real difference. Not-for-profit salary packaging, reducing your tax (details via AccessPay ). Free external, confidential counselling and access to chaplaincy support. Volunteering opportunities. Extra leave available including an additional public holiday, additional annual leave day on your work anniversary and the opportunity to purchase further annual leave. How to apply Click 'Apply' and send your application today! As a committed Circle Back Initiative employer, we will respond to your application. About Us Since 1859, we've been standing alongside people in need across Australia, offering real hope that has lasting impact. Backed by our supporters, churches, partners, and funders, we work together for the long-term wellbeing of anyone who needs us, reflecting our values of respect, compassion, integrity, perseverance and celebration. We collaborate with people experiencing homelessness or disadvantage to tackle the root causes of their challenges through providing access to safe, affordable homes and innovative, evidence-based support services. Mission Australia believes a person's circumstances shouldn't define their future and that given the right support, everyone can reach their full potential. That's why we stand together with Australians in need, until they can stand for themselves. #J-18808-Ljbffr