Director of Business Development

We currently have an opportunity for an experienced senior leader to join our team in the role of Director of Business Development. This role exists to design and operationalise business development strategies to increase our market share in the disability sector, create broader sustainable growth through innovative planning aligned to strategic goals, and effectively partner with the Chief Executive Officer to strengthen our brand, communications and public relations.

Who We Are

PQSA is the peak community spinal cord injury body is is known for our specialised disability services. We empower people with a spinal cord injury and other disabilities to choose how they live their potential. PQSA is run by a passionate and dedicated team who work together to enable everyone to fully participate in their community. In conjunction with our commercial division, HomeCare+, we currently operate six (6) offices across South Australia and employ approximately 700 staff.

About the Role

This is a diverse role which would require the successful applicant to:

• Evaluate and strengthen current client base and existing corporate partnerships
• Propose and develop new key strategic partnerships and sponsorship opportunities
• Proactively develop strong internal and external stakeholder relationships
• Strengthen the development of media and online platforms

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• A minimum of 5 years in a Business Development role or equivalent industry experience
• Tertiary qualifications in Business, Commerce, Marketing, or other relevant discipline
• The ability to work effectively in an autonomous role
• Clear ability to communicate in all varieties of corporate interaction effectively and professionally
• Highly developed interpersonal skills
• A demonstrated ability to successfully negotiate and influence

Experience in, or knowledge of, the disability sector would be highly advantageous.

Please submit your application via Seek.

PQSA and HomeCare+ is an inclusive, equal opportunity employer.

PQSA and HomeCare+ are known by South Australians as the centre of specialised disability services. We empower those with spinal cord injury and other disabilities to choose how they live their potential.