AD Business Development Officer

The Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College (CFBC) Board of Governors invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the following position at the CFBC:

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT OFFICER

Summary: The Business Development Officer identifies and generates income and funding for the College. This role is central to the identification of alternative revenue streams that will be key in building the autonomy and financial sustainability of CFBC. The BDO builds stakeholder engagement and secures small grants to augment the College’s budget and facilitates the development of Business Plans to commercialize aspects of the College’s operations.

Main Duties and Responsibilities: 

1. Identify and maximize alternative revenue streams for the College.

2. Undertake research to identify sectors with requirements that can be met by the College.

3. Engage with external stakeholders in the relevant sectors in business and industry to maximize revenue.

4. Meet with clients face-to-face to share details of the college’s programme offerings and training opportunities. 

5. Write business plans including budgets and implementation strategies for income generating projects.

6. Prepare non-research grant proposals to local, regional and international agencies to secure funding for the college. 

7. Support the Marketing and Communication function to increase revenue and stakeholder engagement.

8. Develop and maintain a database of influential donors and private sector sponsors.  

9. Monitor, report and evaluate income generating projects and all grant proposals. 

10. Complete any other duties as requested.

Qualification and Experience: 

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, Entrepreneurship, Marketing or a related area

• Five years’ relevant professional experience.

• Experience with:

– Preparation of Business Plans

– Entrepreneurship ecosystem development

– Grant proposal writing and project implementation

– Project monitoring and evaluation

– Public relations and community engagement

• Strong project management skills.

• Experience in identification of market opportunities through enterprise, grants and partnerships. 

• Prior Experience in higher education and working with a senior management team would be an asset. Experience in fostering long-term mutually beneficial relationships with stakeholders.  

• Proven track record of securing fundraising and other revenue streams 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

A successful candidate will be required to demonstrate:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong committed to high standards of professionalism 

• Strong organization and planning skills 

• Excellent research and analytical skills 

• Ability to work effectively within a team environment

Application from suitable qualified applicants should include: 

• Letter of Application 

• Current curriculum vitae/resume

• Certified copies of official academic certificates, transcriptsand other relevant documents.

• Two references with contact information to include telephone and e-mail address.

Salary: 

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience and in accordance with the current salary structure at the CFBC. 

Application should be sent to hr@cfbc.edu.kn and addressed to: 

The Chairman 

Board of Governors 

Clarence Fitzroy Bryant College, 

P.O. Box 268, Burdon Street, Basseterre, St. Kitts 

The deadline for receipt of application is 31 March 2023. Late applications will not be acknowledged.

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