Business Development Consultant | KU Children's Services - VIC

at  KU Childrens Services

WHO WE ARE:

Since 1895, KU has been and proudly remains a not for profit and for purpose organisation.
KU Children’s Services (KU) is a leading not for profit provider of early education and has proudly been awarded Sector Employer of Choice each year since 2016. We are one of Australia’s most experienced and respected providers of long day care, kindergarten/preschool, family programs and early intervention services.

EXPERIENCE THE KU DIFFERENCE

• Work life balance
• Generous annual pay increases,
• Up the 14 weeks of KU paid parental leave,
• Access to a variety of salary packaging options,
• KU Plus an extensive Employee benefits program with access to discounts/cashback from 400+ retailers,
• KU focuses on wholistic staff wellness through its Health & Wellbeing portal,
• Access to professional learning,
• An inclusive culture with a shared vision,
• Comprehensive IT equipment package
• Travel allowance
• Well-resourced and environmentally responsible workplaces,
• Coaching and mentoring with experienced colleagues.

THE ROLE

The KU Business Development Team are seeking an innovative, collaborative, and detail orientated Business Development Consultant to join the team on a permanent full-time basis. This role accrues a monthly Rostered Day Off (RDO) alongside a flexible work arrangement. Currently based remotely in greater Melbourne (whilst we grow), with travel to prospective services/clients within the region. It will also entail infrequent interstate travel as required.
This role is focused on analysing, researching, and expanding business opportunities towards sustained growth. Alongside identifying and developing new lines of business and responding to grant opportunities that reflect KU’s experience and expertise in the early childhood sector.

The main responsibilities of this role are to:

• Assess, manage and respond to Tenders and EOI’s that fit within the KU Strategic Plan and deliverables.
• Support grant applications that improve KU operations, programs and/or services with other KU departments.
• Seek opportunities to partner with government, commercial and community-based organisations to deliver new, viable KU early childhood education services and programs,
• Manage the establishment of new services within specified timeframes and budgets.
• Utilise project management skills to ensure the timely and efficient completion of projects.
• Source and deliver opportunities to undertake consultancy projects on a fee for service basis.
• Develop networks to strengthen KU’s position as the preferred provider of quality work-based childcare for employers.

APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A COVER LETTER HIGHLIGHTING YOUR SUITABILITY TO THE KEY CRITERIA AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE ROLE.

If the above resonates with you and you feel you can positively contribute to KU’s Strategic plan, please click the ‘Apply now’ button to be taken to the application form!
For enquiries, contact Anthony via 02 9268 3930 or via Careers@ku.com.au for a confidential discussion ( please note: applications are not accepted via this email).