Description:
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Bid, Funding & External Affairs Manager to join our growing international team.
This strategic role will be instrumental in strengthening BangoPure's presence across the UK, Ireland, and EU markets by leading procurement engagement, funding acquisition, strategic partnerships, and external communications. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping position BangoPure as a leading organization within the circular economy ecosystem.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify, evaluate, and pursue public and private sector procurement opportunities across the UK, Ireland, and the European Union.
- Register, maintain, and manage company profiles across relevant procurement and tender portals.
- Prepare, coordinate, and submit high-quality bid responses, expressions of interest, and tender documentation.
- Research, identify, and apply for suitable grant funding opportunities, innovation calls, and public funding programs.
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with universities, industry bodies, research organizations, government agencies, and commercial partners.
- Support the development of consortium partnerships for collaborative projects and funded initiatives.
- Develop and implement strategies to enhance BangoPure's public profile and brand visibility.
- Build relationships with trade publications, media outlets, industry associations, and external stakeholders.
- Draft and coordinate press releases, external communications, thought leadership content, and corporate messaging.
- Ensure all external communications, public statements, and marketing claims are evidence-based, accurate, and fully verifiable.
- Monitor policy, funding, procurement, and regulatory developments relevant to sustainability and circular economy sectors.
- Maintain comprehensive records, reporting systems, and documentation related to bids, grants, partnerships, and external engagement activities.
Must-Have Qualifications
- Minimum 3+ years of professional experience in bids, funding applications, business development, external affairs, communications, or related fields.
- Demonstrated experience preparing successful tender submissions, funding applications, or grant proposals.
- Strong understanding of public procurement processes within the UK, Ireland, and/or European Union.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
- Strong project management and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities simultaneously.
- Experience working independently within a fast-paced and evolving business environment.