Job Description

This is a pivotal and exciting new role, with huge scope and freedom to diversify and generate income for MNWB and our members.

You will support the charity's financial sustainability by diversifying revenue streams through partnerships and income-generating opportunities.

You will also be responsible for developing and delivering MNWB's income generation strategy and building strategic partnerships. This role plays a key part in ensuring the financial sustainability of both MNWB and its members by diversifying revenue streams. It combines strategic planning, relationship management, and income-focused activities to support the long-term growth and impact of the organisation and those we support.

Our ideal candidate will be engaging, creative, proactive, dynamic, determined, and enthusiastic. Excellent communication and relationship-building skills are essential, as the role involves raising the profile of MNWB and securing support from a wide range of sponsors and funders.

Essential Skills & Experience

Experience in income generation

: 5 or more years of experience in generating income, preferably in the non-profit or charity sector.

Existing networks:

Good existing networks and established connections within the charity, corporate and/or philanthropic sectors.

Expertise:

Proven ability to develop, implement, and manage an income generation strategy through initiatives, campaigns, corporate partnerships, sponsorships or major gifts.

Relationship Management:

Excellent relationship-building skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders, corporate partners, donors, and internal teams.

Project and Event Management:

Strong organisational skills, with the ability to plan and execute complex income generating initiatives or events.

Communication:

Excellent range of communication skills with the ability to identify potential income streams and experience of using websites and social media channels to drive income generation initiatives, increase profile and support.

Collaborative:

Demonstration of collaborative working with a range of key stakeholders harnessing skills, expertise and knowledge.

Data-Driven Approach:

Ability to analyse data to assess the impact of partnerships, drive improvements, track income, and report on progress.

Financial knowledge:

Understanding of income management, financial reporting, with the ability to manage budgets and resources efficiently.

Problem-Solving and Creativity:

Ability to remain creative and maintain a focus on continued improvement to generate income and grow and sustain partnerships responding to emerging risks and challenges proactively.

Flexibility:

Ability to work flexibly including evenings and weekends on occasion in line with the nature of the role.

Eligibility:

Eligible to work in UK

Desirable Skills and Experience:

Experience of working in the maritime industry or charity sector

An understanding of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) priorities in the context of securing corporate support.

Experience of working as part of a senior management team.

To apply, please submit your CV and supporting statement outlining your interest in the post and how you meet the points in the person specification. MNWB reserves the right to close applications early on receipt of sufficient applications.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Pay: 40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Health & wellbeing programme
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Southampton SO15 2BH

Application deadline: 15/06/2025
Reference ID: MNWB - Business Development Lead