Business Development Manager - Scotland

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Business Development Manager - Scotland

DEBRA is recruiting for a Business Development Manager to join our friendly and supportive team, to help grow our fundraising activity, on a Part Time Contract, working 21 hours, earning a salary of £25,200-£27,000 per annum. This role is based in Scotland hybrid & travel across Scotland and occasional trips to DEBRAs Head Office

Corporate Partnerships & Sponsorship

• Secure corporate partnerships aligned to DEBRA's mission
• Generate sponsorship income for events and campaigns
• Develop compelling partnership proposals
• Manage and progress a pipeline of prospects

Event Income

• Drive ticket, table and team sales for Scottish fundraising events
• Support the sale and delivery of sponsorship packages
• Generate leads through supporter and business networks
• Represent DEBRA at events

Auctions,Raffles & Prize Procurement

• Secure auction prizes, raffle items
• Build relationships with businesses and donors
• Coordinate prize fulfilment and donor stewardship
• Ensure compliance with fundraising and data protection requirements
• Conduct appropriate due diligence on partners and donors

Relationship Management & Reporting

• Deliver excellent supporter stewardship
• Maintain accurate CRM records
• Report on pipeline activity, income and prize values
• Support a joined-up approach across fundraising, marketing, finance and supporter care teams

Essential Skills

• Experience in business development, fundraising, sponsorship or account management
• Strong networking and relationship management skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Experience managing pipelines and CRM systems
• Organised, self-motivated and results-focused
• Commitment to delivering excellent supporter experiences
• Full UK driving licence

Desirable Skills

• Charity sector experience
• Knowledge of corporate fundraising/sponsorship
• Understanding of CSR, ESG and corporate giving
• Established Scottish business network

Why work for us here at DEBRA!  
Our mission is a world where no one suffers with Epidermolysis Bullosa. Our vision is that we live in a world where no one suffers with Epidermolysis Bullosa and we provide lifelong care for all those affected/impacted by living with EB. 

We offer:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata)
• Matched 4% pension contribution
• Life assurance
• EAP
• 24/7 GP service
• Employee benefits portal

DEBRA is committed to EDI and welcomes all applications. As a Disability Confident employer, we are committed to providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process. All roles are subject to a DBS and two satisfactory references