Business Development Manager (Remote)

Business Development Manager | PHN Hunter New England and Central Coast | Australia

Business Development Manager

Location | Flexible – Tamworth, Newcastle, Armidale or Erina
Hours | Full-time (1.0 FTE, 38 hours/week)
Application Close Date | 5pm Thursday 17 October 2024
Annual Full-Time Equivalent Salary | $117,491 – $145,312 + 11.5% super + salary packaging

Join the Hunter New England and Central Coast Primary Health Network as a Business Development Manager to make a difference in the health of our communities! In this strategic role, you will lead and drive our income diversification efforts, securing additional resources from competitive tenders, partnerships, and other innovative funding sources to support our purpose of increasing equitable access to primary health care services.

Why work for us?
We are a values-driven organisation, proud of our culture and the benefits we offer. Our team is passionate about delivering innovative, locally relevant solutions that improve health outcomes in our communities. Our recognition as an Employer of Choice by the 2024 Australian Business Awards highlights our commitment to fostering a stimulating and supportive work environment.

We offer a great range of benefits, including:

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 (less tax means more take-home pay).
• Up to $2,650 of pre-tax income for entertainment expenses (meals, holiday accommodation, etc.).
• Hybrid work model – work from home up to 60% of the time.
• Professional development and training opportunities.
• Access to Fitness Passport (650 gyms and swimming pools).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Health and Wellbeing Initiatives including 2024 Pride in Health & Wellbeing membership.
• Safe driver training.
• Collaboration with passionate professionals.
• Additional leave for family and community responsibilities.
• Extra leave between Christmas and New Year.
• A supportive team environment.
• Ability to purchase additional leave.
• Awarded 2023 & 2024 Employer of Choice

About the Role
In the role of Business Development Manager, you will lead the implementation of our Diversified Funding Framework, fostering a culture of income diversification and fundraising across the organization. This role is hands on and you will secure funding through competitive tenders, partnerships, and potentially explore monetisation opportunities. Additionally, you will be responsible for cultivating relationships with stakeholders and partners, ensuring ongoing support for our primary health care purpose.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and implement the PHN’s Diversified Funding Framework to secure additional resources for primary health care.
• Build and manage relationships with external stakeholders, including government agencies, community groups, and private organizations.
• Identify strategic business development opportunities and present them to the Executive team.
• Collaborate with internal teams to manage the tender process and grant applications.
• Engage in networking events and community forums to secure funding and partnerships.
• Lead grant and tender writing, ensuring high-quality submissions.
• Out of hours work on evenings and weekends will be required (e.g., attendance at networking events and activities, community forums or meetings) for which flexible working hours may be negotiated with manager.

The Successful Candidate Will Have:

• Demonstrated experience leading a business development strategy to implementation including identifying and securing funding that is outside of scope of the pre-determined funding that is routinely allocated to the PHN, for example, the Department of Health and Aged Care.  
• Proven track record in identifying tender opportunities and leading processes and applications
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a demonstrated ability to network and work collaboratively with a wide range of people.
• Demonstrated high level written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability in developing proposals for new projects, or funding submissions.

How to Apply:

• Address the selection criteria (both essential and desirable) in your cover letter. The selection criteria can be found in the job description located in the document section of the advertisement.
• Submit your cover letter and resume by hitting the “apply now” button.

For more information, please contact Louise Ross, the Marketing & Engagement Manager on 0437 870 712

Our Commitment to Diversity
We believe that our differences are what make us great. Whatever your race, gender identity, intersex status, ability, religion, beliefs, or sexual orientation, we are committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

Additional Information
Salary: This role is classified as O-T within our Enterprise Agreement, and the rate will be dependent on skills and experience/qualifications. New appointments are generally offered between grade O-Q.

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