Bid Manager - National Charity

Job Description

Permanent/Full TimeHome based with regional travelWe are working with a hugely successful National Charity that provides innovative support to people who are experiencing issues with drugs, alcohol and mental health via a wide range of services across the UK. Their impressive Scottish region started deliveringservices in 2004 and has grown to include critical services including Community Link Projects, Rural outreach, drug and alcohol services both in person and online, Naloxone training and supply, young person and family support and Education and Employment projects.The region is supported by a hand-picked Council for Scotland who have been chosen for their expertise and commitment to the work of the Charity.Our client is a trusted partner to a wide range of funders including The Scottish Government, Local Authorities and The NHS to name a few and the ongoing availability of their crucial services relies on the exceptional work of their Business DevelopmentTeam.Following a series of successful bids that have seen an increase and diversification in overall services we are looking for a committed Bid Manager to deliver on the strategic plan for ScotlandThe Role:To work in partnership with the Commercial and Operations Directors to deliver the development strategy for ScotlandLine Management and development of a Bid Writer that works on the Scottish regional bidsProject manage internal stakeholders including clinical, operations and finance to develop service models, budgets and winning themesOversee the production of winning tenders and control the pipeline of bids for Scotland in line with the overall strategic planSupport Operational colleagues to prepare for re-tendering activity and contribute to ongoing service model development and improvement.Develop and maintain relationships with partners, Commissioners and external stakeholdersWork with the Quality Manager to analyse tender and stakeholder feedback to inform ongoing improvementsEnsure that the financial modelling of tenders reflects the service model, requirements of commissioners and is commercially competitiveThe PersonExtensive experience and proven track record in business development, including writing tenders, designing services, producing budgets, developing new products and forming strategic and operational partnershipsLine Management experience gained in a Bid TeamExcellent project management and organisational skills including tender and pipeline planning and management.Proven experience of writing successful tendersDemonstrable experience developing and leading partnerships with external stakeholders, including negotiating subcontracting or other contractual termsDeep knowledge of Commissioning in ScotlandFurther information:The following benefits are included to help attract and retain the best talent, this includes: 6% employer pension contribution Death in benefit cover (2 times salary) Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Adoption Leave Enhanced Sick Pay Fully funded qualifications Career development and progression opportunitiesTo applyThe closing date for applications is Friday 21st April, however the selection process will be ongoing throughout this period so you may be invited to interview prior to this date.Atholl Rose positively welcomes and seeks to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce and that all job applicants and employees receive equal and fair treatment. We encourage applications from all candidates regardless of age, race, gender, gender identity,religion, sexual orientation, disability, or nationality.This is a home-based role so applicants must be able to work from their home but also be able to travel to meetings across Scotland as required.

Keyskills :
Business DevelopmentPartnershipsProject ManagementBid Strategybid management