Age Concern Liverpool and Sefton – Business Development Officer

LCVS (Liverpool Charity & Voluntary Services); Liverpool; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A local charity organization in Liverpool is seeking a motivated Business Development Officer to help secure vital funding that supports older people. Ideal candidates will possess strong writing skills, confident communication abilities, and a knack for spotting opportunities. Responsibilities include researching and securing funding, writing applications, and managing relationships with funders. This full-time position offers a salary of £30,000 and is based at The Frances Suite, Liverpool.

Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising or business development.
• Knowledge of writing funding applications.
• Ability to manage relationships with funders.

Responsibilities

• Research and secure funding from various sources.
• Write clear, compelling funding applications.
• Manage relationships with new and existing funders.
• Work with service teams to develop business cases.

Skills

Strong writing skills

Confident communication

Opportunity spotting

Job description

Posts available: 1.
Contract: Temporary (24 months).
Term: Full time.
Salary: 30,000.
Hours per week: 35 hours.
Reporting to: Director of Operations.
Location: The Frances Suite, 1st Floor, 151 Dale Street, Liverpool, L2 2JH.

Employer Bio

Established in 1928 by Eleanor Rathbone, this charity was the first older adult focused charity in the world. Since their conception, Age Concern Liverpool & Sefton’s (ACLS) mission has been to protect and promote the well-being of people over 50 years of age in our area. With nearly 100 years’ experience working with older adults in Liverpool & Sefton, they are experts in understanding the needs of our community and delivering impactful services.

Their services include: befriending and re-ablement, a Mental Health Support Service, friendship services, an Activity Programme operating from their activity room and at locations across the city, a telephone service for any query or concern raised by an older person, relative, neighbour, professional or other VCSE partner and The Hamlets, their 30-bedroom specialist nursing home for older adults with functional mental health needs.

Job Summary

They are looking for a motivated Business Development Officer to help secure vital funding that supports older people across Liverpool and Sefton. If you’re a strong writer, confident communicator, and great at spotting opportunities, they’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Research and secure funding from Trusts, Foundations, Corporations and Statutory Bodies
• Write clear, compelling funding applications and proposals
• Manage relationships with new and existing funders
• Work with service teams to develop evidence-based business cases
• Attend supporter events and represent the charity professionally
• Maintain accurate fundraising records and produce reports
• Support budget development and ensure funding compliance.

Contact Details: [e-mail].