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Business Partnership Officer
Business Partnership Officer
Location: Ipswich, Suffolk IP2 0HH Salary: £14,302 (actual per annum) / £28,991 (pro rata) Hours: 18.5 hours per week Contract: Fixed term to 31 March 2029 – Required soon as possible Reference: 0810 Available at: Brightspace, Ipswich or Kirkley Centre, Lowestoft – Regular travel around Suffolk required
About Community Action Suffolk
Community Action Suffolk (CAS) is the county’s infrastructure organisation for the Voluntary, Community, Faith and Social Enterprise (VCFSE) sector. We ensure our sector — and its volunteers — are supported, safe, and sustainable, helping communities thrive and remain active and resilient.
Our values — collaborative, enabling, person-centred, responsive, and trusted — shape our work and influence how we engage with our communities.
About the Role
We are looking for a Business Partnership Officer to join our Capacity Building team, working on a National Lottery-funded project.
Key Purpose: You will support Suffolk’s VCFSE community to:
- Access public and private sector partnerships
- Strengthen business models and financial resilience
- Represent CAS as an ambassador to enable and support communities across Suffolk
Key Responsibilities:
- Broker partnerships across VCFSE, public, and private sector organisations—strengthening collaboration for resilient communities.
- Support organisational development by guiding VCFSE groups to review their business models, sustainability, and financial strategies.
- Design and build support resources such as training materials, presentations, and engagement tools to empower communities.
- Engage ambitiously with partners, volunteers, and grassroots organisations to build trust and embolden local action.
- Develop sales and relationship-building skills to actively attract support, funding, and investment opportunities.
- Work autonomously while remaining a team player, demonstrating flexibility, resourcefulness, and proactive initiative.
- Regular travel across Suffolk is required to engage with communities, partners, and stakeholders.
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Person Specification – Key Skills & Qualities
To excel in this role, you will:
- Display exceptional communication skills—written and verbal—with the ability to articulate and advocate for our sector.
- Show a proactive, engaging approach, with strong listening, advisory, and mentoring skills.
- Demonstrate confidence in sales and relationship-building to secure partnerships.
- Be a self-starter, managing a demanding workload effectively with minimal supervision.
- Be flexible, resourceful, and adaptable in a dynamic environment.
- Have a genuine passion for the VCFSE sector and desire to support community resilience in Suffolk.
Contact for Enquiries
If you’d like to discuss this role further, please email: Iain Lucas, Capacity Building Manager.
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
We foster a supportive, welcoming, and inclusive work environment where everyone can thrive.
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- Applications are welcome from all backgrounds.
- We are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process.
- Our policies reflect our commitment to equality, diversity, and flexibility to support your work and family life.
Benefits Package
Working with Community Action Suffolk offers:
✅ Flexible & blended working (where applicable) ✅ Enhanced annual leave: 33 days (FTE), with a maximum of 36 days (FTE) including bank holidays ✅ 4% matched pension contribution ✅ Up to 2 pro rata volunteering days per year to support volunteering in Suffolk ✅ Staff discounts on retail, holidays, insurance, dining, and leisure ✅ Company sick pay scheme ✅ Career development opportunities for job-related learning and growth ✅ Family-friendly policies
How to Apply
Applications should be completed via:
- Website: Download our application pack
- Email: Louise Bradshaw, sending your application to:
Louise Bradshaw Community Action Suffolk, 160 Hadleigh Road, Ipswich, IP2 0HH
Closing Date & Timeline
- Submit application by: 9:00 AM on 13 July 2026
- Interviews week commencing: 20 July 2026
IMPORTANT: There is no online application form via Suffolk Jobs. Please follow the process above to submit your application correctly.
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