Head of New Programmes and Business Development

Hireful; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

An impactful community organization is seeking a Head of New Programmes and Business Development to lead the development of new initiatives and manage relationships with key funders. This role requires strong experience in programme and business development, alongside skills in bid writing. Ideal candidates will thrive on creating meaningful change and will have a track record of securing funding for impactful programmes. This home-based role includes regular travel to the London office and offers a salary of £48,083 – £53,426.

Benefits

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Healthcare cashplan scheme

Life assurance

Paid compassionate leave

Enhanced sick pay

Cycling UK membership

Qualifications

• Experience in Programme Development and Business Development.
• Strong skills in Bid Writing and securing funding.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and delivery of new programmes.
• Build relationships with funders and manage programme mobilization.
• Ensure high standards of programme management and compliance.

Skills

Programme Development

Business Development

Funding and Partnerships

Bid Writing

Programme Management

Programme Management

Behaviour Change Programmes

Public Health Programmes

Transport and Mobility Programmes

Job description

Location: Home-based with regular travel to the London office

Department: Behaviour Change and Development

Job Type: Full time, 37.5 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent

Salary: £48,083 – £53,426

Benefits: 27 days holiday + bank holidays (pro rata for part time roles), healthcare cashplan scheme access, life assurance, paid compassionate leave, enhanced sick pay, Cycling UK membership plus many more staff benefits.

There’s never been a better time to join Cycling UK. As we continue to grow our impact and ambition, we are looking for an experienced and driven Head of New Programmes and Business Development to help shape the next phase of our work.

Cycling UK is committed to creating healthier, happier and more sustainable communities through behaviour change. Whether or not you cycle yourself, our work contributes to improved public health, reduced congestion, cleaner air and more inclusive transport systems.

As Head of New Programmes and Business Development, you will lead the development, mobilisation and delivery of new restricted programmes across the Behaviour Change and Development Directorate and, where required, the wider organisation. Working closely with senior leaders and specialist teams, you will design compelling, fundable programme models, write high-quality bids and secure new income from trusts, foundations and statutory funders.

You will be responsible for building and managing strong relationships with prospective and existing funders, while ensuring that newly secured programmes are mobilised and delivered effectively, compliantly and to a consistently high standard.

The role has end-to-end responsibility for programme management across new workstreams, including planning, budgets, reporting, risk and performance. You will ensure that Cycling UK’s behaviour change models and evidence frameworks are applied consistently, and that robust data is captured to demonstrate impact and value, including social, transport and health outcomes.

This is a fast-paced and highly fulfilling role, ideal for someone who thrives on delivery, collaboration and impact. If you are motivated by creating meaningful change through well-designed, evidence-led programmes, we would love to hear from you.

Explore the attached job description for full details on this exciting opportunity. Please complete the application form, clearly setting out why you are the right candidate for this role. Your supporting statement should demonstrate how your skills and experience meet the requirements of the role, directly referencing the person specification. This will help the selection panel assess your suitability against the criteria.

This role is home-based with expected regular travel to London.

Applications close at 9:00am on the closing date shown.

You may also have experience in the following: Programme Development, Business Development, Funding and Partnerships, Bid Writing, Trusts and Foundations, Statutory Funding, Programme Management, Behaviour Change Programmes, Public Health Programmes, Transport and Mobility Programmes, Head of Programmes, Head of Business Development, Funding Manager, Partnerships Manager, Programme Director, Impact and Evaluation Lead.

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