About the role
The Business Development Manager will lead all NAFC major fundraising opportunities.
This includes the Pavilion at Prospect's business operations, new and existing business opportunities, responding to proposals and building new program partnerships to positively impact the NAFC.
This role is essential in fostering current relationships whilst creating sustainable opportunities to ensure future financial growth and innovation.
You will be the point of contact for key partnership accounts, recent business opportunities, all event enquires, oversee all Pavilion operations and deliver exceptional customer experience with importance to our partners.
You will assess and be responsible for the profitability of the overall Pavilion at Prospect, identifying strategies to attract new prospective sponsors, maximising revenue and customer satisfaction.
Key responsibilities
In collaboration with the CEO, identify target partners and corporate membership, initiate contact as required to build and manage key relationships
Focus on retention of existing corporate partnership to align with the NAFC strategic plan
Prepare and present proposals, negotiate partnership agreements
Develop and maintain a pipeline of funder prospects and corporate partners
Provide regular milestone reporting and impact metrics to the CEO and the NAFC Board
Oversee event-based fundraising activities and lead ideas which nurture event,



product, season and program sponsorship
Lead the creation of the overall offering as well as Functions & Events product in conjunction with the CEO
Manage the venue and enquiries, manage and oversee regulatory compliance requirements
Oversee stock management and monitor all revenue and expenses
Coordinate all event staffing and stock with the Business Development Officer
About you
Relevant tertiary qualifications in Food and Beverage or Business Management or relevant experience in a similar role
Current Working with Children Clearance (WWC) and Responsible Service of Alcohol Certificate (RSA)
Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise work and remain multi-task focussed
Experience in developing funding relationships with private and corporate partners
Excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to work with diverse stakeholders
Experience in the design, implementation of a food and beverage operation that includes functions and events
Knowledge of point of sale computer software systems and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel applications
Experience in developing and managing budgets
Demonstrated high level written and verbal reporting and communication skills
Current Class C Driver's Licence and current criminal history check or Working with Children Check (WWCC)

📌 Business Development Manager (Adelaide)
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