Business Development & Project Manager

Job Summary: We are looking for an ambitious and energetic Business Development Manager with an experience in project management to help us expand and grow our business operations that span across both for profit and non-profit operations. Responsibilities: · Business Development o Develops and regularly updates a comprehensive business development plan, with targeted goals, objectives, methods, quantifiable outcomes and timelines to achieve agency sustainability and annual budget goals o Analyzes and identifies scope for business case analysis and recommends solutions and improvements to business procedures o Identify business opportunities o Builds partnerships and strategic alliances that will extend the organization’s brand in the community and increase avenues of support. . Contract Management o Attending networking events o Market research o Finding and following new sales leads o Identify and research potential clients o Prepare and submit sales contract . Proposal and Pitch Preparation o Creating sales pitches . Program & Project Management o Develop a Project Plan o Create a project schedule and timeline o Analyze Projects .Grant Writing o Provides oversight for all aspects of the organization’s grant management functions, including proposal writing, events, marketing/development, media relations, social networking, Annual Report, website, newsletters and branding o Research and identify potential funding opportunities from government agencies, foundations, and other sources o Develop and write grant proposals, ensuring compliance with funder guidelines and requirements o Collaborate with program staff to gather information and data necessary for grant applications o Manage the grant application process, including tracking deadlines, submitting applications, and following up on funding decisions o Monitor grant-funded programs to ensure compliance with funder requirements and objectives o Prepare progress reports for funders detailing program outcomes and impact o Maintain accurate records of all grants received and ensure proper documentation is maintained o Collaborate with finance department to develop budgets for grant proposals o Stay updated on current trends and best practices in grant writing and fundraising Experience and Skills · Business strategy development, business-to-business partnering and organizational fundraising · Networking, marketing and targeted influencer identification and outreach · Excellent oral and written communication skills · Strong interpersonal skills, including the demonstrated ability to work effectively with members of organizational boards, colleagues, business partners, prospects and community stakeholders · Project management . Grant Writing Technical Skills · Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, including Outlook, SharePoint, Word, Excel, Skype and Power Point, and grants management systems · Experience with technical writing or contract management · Power Point Presentation skills · Knowledge of fundraising strategies and techniques Education and Experience Requirements: · Bachelor’s degree in business administration, public administration, nonprofit management or other related field or substantial commensurate experience in similar roles in this field · 3 -5 years of sales experience · Master’s degree (Preferred) · Certified Personnel Manager (Preferred) · Project Management Professional (PMP) (Preferred) · Certified SAFE® 5 Advanced Scrum Master (SASM) (Preferred) Job Types: Full-time, Contract Pay: $56,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year Schedule: 8 hour shift Day shift Experience: Networking, marketing and targeted influencer identification: 3 years (Required) Business strategy development: 3 years (Required) Project management: 3 years (Required) Grant Writing: 3 years (Required) Ability to Relocate: Lanham, MD 20706: Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location: Hybrid remote in Lanham, MD 20706