Business Development & Strategic Initiatives Manager

Drive Growth. Shape Strategy. Make an Impact. Business Development & Strategic Initiatives Manager Resources for Human Development (RHD) Full-Time | Salaried $83,000 - $93,000 Annually Daily. Pay Available Looking for More Than Just a Job? At Resources for Human Development (RHD) , we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life.

We're seeking a strategic, analytical, and results-driven Business Development & Strategic Initiatives Manager to help identify, evaluate, and advance growth opportunities across the organization. This role is ideal for a professional who enjoys combining research, data analysis, project management, and strategic planning to help an organization expand its impact.

You'll work closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, support decision-making, and drive initiatives that contribute to RHD's long-term success. About Resources for Human Development For more than 50 years, Resources for Human Development (RHD) has been committed to providing innovative, person-centered services that support individuals and communities across a variety of human services sectors.

As the Business Development & Strategic Initiatives Manager, you'll play a key role in helping the organization identify emerging opportunities, evaluate market trends, strengthen partnerships, and support sustainable growth. Why Join Our Team? Competitive Pay & Benefits $83,000 - $93,000 Annual Salary Daily. Pay, access your earned wages before payday Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance after 30 days 401(k) Retirement Plan Paid Time Off Employee Assistance Program Wellness Programs Employee Referral Bonuses Company-Paid Training Career Growth & Development Strategic Leadership Experience Professional Development Opportunities Project Management Experience Business Development Training Leadership Development Programs Career Advancement Opportunities Opportunities Across Multiple Service Lines Meaningful Work That Matters Support organizational growth and expansion Influence strategic decision-making Collaborate with executive leadership Identify opportunities to strengthen services and impact Build partnerships and external relationships Help shape the future direction of the organization Join a mission-driven organization What You'll Do As the Business Development & Strategic Initiatives Manager , you will use research, analytics, evaluation, and project management to help the organization identify, assess, and pursue growth and expansion opportunities.

You'll maintain business development systems, monitor strategic initiatives, evaluate market opportunities, and provide leadership with actionable recommendations that support informed decision-making.

Your Responsibilities

Business Development & Market Analysis Conduct research, analytics, and evaluation to identify opportunities for growth and expansion. Search for and assess new business development, partnership, networking, and market opportunities. Analyze internal data, industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities.

Monitor market conditions and identify areas for strategic growth. Evaluate and prioritize opportunities aligned with organizational goals. Strategic Planning & Organizational Growth Support strategic planning efforts and organizational growth initiatives. Help advance activities connected to strategic goals and business priorities.

Assist leadership with identifying opportunities that strengthen organizational impact and sustainability. Support the development and execution of strategic initiatives. Ensure business development activities align with organizational objectives. Data Analytics & Reporting Develop, maintain, and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs).

Create dashboards, reports, presentations, and analytical summaries. Track business development performance and pipeline activity. Translate data and research findings into actionable recommendations. Provide leadership with timely updates regarding progress and opportunities. Project Management Provide project management support for growth initiatives.

Coordinate timelines, milestones, deliverables, and follow-up activities. Monitor project progress and communicate updates to stakeholders. Identify and resolve barriers impacting project success. Ensure initiatives move forward efficiently and effectively. Collaboration & Relationship Building Collaborate with leadership and departments across the organization.

Build strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Align business development efforts with operational and organizational priorities. Represent the organization at conferences, networking events, presentations, and community forums. Support partnership development and community engagement efforts.

Systems & Process Management Own and maintain business development tracking systems and databases. Ensure business development records remain accurate, current, and actionable. Monitor organizational growth initiatives and related activities. Support continuous improvement efforts related to strategic planning and business development.

Maintain organized documentation and records associated with growth initiatives. Who We're Looking For You may be a great fit if you are: ✔ Analytical and data-driven ✔ Strategic and forward-thinking ✔ Comfortable presenting to leadership teams ✔ Highly organized and detail-oriented ✔ Skilled at managing multiple projects simultaneously ✔ An effective communicator and relationship builder ✔ Comfortable working independently and collaboratively ✔ Curious about market trends and growth opportunities ✔ Experienced in research, planning, and evaluation ✔ Passionate about helping mission-driven organizations grow Qualifications Required Bachelor's Degree in Business, Public Administration, Data Analytics, Marketing, Economics, Communications, or a related field Equivalent experience may be considered Experience in business development, analytics, strategy, project management, operations, evaluation, research, or a related field Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities Proficiency with spreadsheets, databases, reporting systems, and presentation software Preferred Experience developing dashboards, KPI reports, market scans, or business development reports Familiarity with CRM systems, pipeline tracking tools, or business intelligence platforms Experience supporting strategic planning and organizational growth initiatives Experience presenting data and recommendations to leadership teams Experience with partnership development, business expansion, or market analysis Additional Requirements Valid Driver's License Current vehicle registration and access to a functional vehicle Ability to travel as needed for meetings, conferences, and organizational events Schedule & Compensation Full-Time $83,000 - $93,000 Annual Salary Travel may be required for meetings, presentations, conferences, and business development activities.

Schedule flexibility may be required based on organizational priorities and project timelines. Physical Requirements Ability to sit at a desk or meeting table for extended periods. Ability to stand, reach, bend, stoop, twist, and climb stairs. Ability to drive a vehicle as required. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed.

Ability to work in office environments across multiple locations. Ability to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Apply Today Some jobs pay the bills. Some jobs build careers. This job helps shape the future. If you're a strategic thinker who enjoys transforming data into action, identifying growth opportunities, and helping organizations expand their impact, we encourage you to apply today.

Join RHD and help drive the initiatives, partnerships, and strategies that strengthen services and create opportunities for the communities we serve. About Our Organization Resources for Human Development (RHD) is part of the Inperium family of companies. Employment for this position is administered through Apis Services, Inc.

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