* Supporting the submission of high quality tenders and bids
* Monitoring opportunities for commissioned services that match business priorities
* Supporting Business Development Managers with Project Management of tenders and bid development opportunities, through to submission
* Produce reports and updates on business development activity
* Sharing and managing information about bid/tender opportunities with colleagues
* Supporting the team with organisation and coordination with colleagues, in line with our processes and systems, This is a part-time role (21.75 hours). You will need to work on a Friday, with other days/hours to be agreed on appointment.
This role requires attention to detail, ability to follow and maintain processes, exceptional organisational skills matched with clear and timely communication., Excellent listening, verbal and written communication skills, able to proof read and correct grammatical errors
* Ability to analyse data and information to inform business decisions
* Ability to manage and maintain accurate records in line with business processes
* Ability to meet deadlines, standards, regulation and policy requirements
* High level of organisational skills and ability to multi-task
* High level of IT skills in word-processing and Excel
We know that our colleagues go above and beyond in delivering our vital work, driven by their passion and commitment to Barnardo's values. We also know that we can only realise our ambitions and achieve better outcomes for more children, thanks to the talent, hard work and creativity of our people.
For all these reasons, we are committed to a new approach to pay and reward, to ensure it is fair, attractive and progressive, which was rolled out in April 2023. This is a positive change for the charity, and a part of our People & Culture Strategy. It will assist us in supporting colleagues to belong, thrive and grow in their colleague journey at Barnardo's and in time will offer clear routes of progression for colleagues in both their career and their pay.
Workplace Offer: What it means for you The world of work has changed. We are understanding of what works best for our colleagues both current and future as we look to embrace this new way of working. Our hybrid working initiative is based on trust, flexibility and empowerment. We understand our workplace offer means different things to different people, and we encourage those conversations. This may mean working at one of our stores, services, working at home, at one of our Collaboration Hubs or any combination of these.
* Barnardo's believe in creating equality of opportunity in the workplace and supporting people to manage their work-life balance; we are therefore open to offering flexible working arrangements.
* 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing after 5 years service
* The ability to buy up to another 5 days annual leave via our HolidayPlus scheme
* A host of family friendly leave options including company Maternity Paternity and Adoption pay; together with all family additional leave options
* Service related sick pay from day 1
* Access to a Group Personal Pension with a matched 4% or 6% contribution from Barnardo's. Ability to pay via salary sacrifice to garner both tax and NI savings on your own contribution
* Death in service cover of 4x annual earnings for all staff contributing to our Group Personal Pension
* Cycle2work scheme
* Interest free season ticket loans
* Discounts and cashback from at high street shops including major supermarkets, cinemas, gyms, leisure/theme parks, holidays and much more via our Benefit Portal
* 20% discount at Barnardo's stores
* Opportunity to purchase a health cash plan to claim towards dental, glasses, therapy etc
* Free access to round the clock employee assistance program for advice and support
* Access to Barnardo's Learning and Development offer