BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER / FUNDRAISER (EVALUATE 10 / 3 – YEAR CONTRACT)
Casidra is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive market expansion, strengthen the organisation’s existing business network, and identify new and diversified funding or income sources to ensure long-term sustainability.
The successful candidate will report to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Chief Programme Officer (CPO).
KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS INCLUDE, BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO:
Strategic Planning and Business Development
- Develop and implement a comprehensive business development strategy that aligns to the organisation’s vision and strategy.
- Identify and explore new business opportunities.
- Create tailored business proposals and project funding applications.
Network & Relationship Management
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with key stakeholders based on mutually beneficial collaboration principles.
- Represent Casidra at high-level forums, industry events, and business networking opportunities.
- Facilitate collaboration with government departments, corporate entities, and community organisations.
- Actively promote and market the organisation’s capabilities to key stakeholders and clients.
Proposal Development and Fundraising
- Research and identify funding opportunities to enhance the organisation’s financial sustainability.
- Lead the preparation of compelling proposals, business cases, and funding applications.
- Oversee the submission process and ensure compliance with funder requirements and timelines.
Revenue Diversification
- Identify innovative income streams to reduce dependency on traditional funding sources.
- Develop and promote partnerships to create self-sustaining projects with long-term revenue potential.
Performance Monitoring and Reporting
- Develop KPIs and targets for business development initiatives.
- Track, analyse, and report on progress and outcomes to the CEO and CPO.
- Ensure proper record-keeping and documentation of all partnerships and proposals.
Market Research and Analysis
- Stay updated on market trends, emerging opportunities, and the competitive landscape.
- Conduct feasibility studies and risk assessments for proposed projects or initiatives.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Economics, Marketing, or a related field.
- A postgraduate qualification (e.g., MBA or equivalent) will be advantageous.
- A minimum of 5 years’ business development experience, including successful project funding applications, fundraising, and strategic partnership initiatives that result in new income and revenue sources at the middle management level.
- Proven track record of achieving income targets and growing business.
- An engineering and/or agricultural background, as well as experience in managing large projects, would be advantageous
- Demonstrated experience in writing successful funding proposals and securing financial resources from local and international funders.
- Proven ability of building and maintaining strategic business relationships across multiple sectors.
- A valid Code B driver’s license.
Skills:
Sales and negotiation skills; Project management and time management; Strategic thinking with excellent communication and presentation skills; Financial acumen; Tech-savvy
Attitude:
Self-motivated and goal-orientated; Adaptability and resilience; Leadership and initiative; Creative problem-solving with a customer-centric approach
Remuneration:
R 695 290.00 to R 800 000.00 (TCOE) per annum – The total cost of the remuneration package will be determined based on candidate’s qualifications and experience
Contract duration: Three (3) year fixed-term contract, with the potential for extension subject to performance and organizational requirements
Suitably qualified applicants must submit a CV, certified copies of relevant qualification and a certified copy of their ID to the Human Capital Department via e-mail: cv@casidra.co.za.
The closing date for applications is 07 May 2025 @12h00. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Casidra is a public entity committed to achieving employment equity and disability targets.