Derbyshire Cricket Foundation: Business Development Manager (Deadline – Jan 4)

Cricexec; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional sports charity in East Midlands is seeking a Business Development Manager to develop partnerships and secure investments for cricket programmes. This role involves relationship management with corporate sponsors and stakeholders, requiring regular travel across Derbyshire. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in fundraising strategies and will be able to work flexible hours, including some evenings and weekends. Applications close on 4th January 2026, with interviews in late January.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a business development or fundraising role.
• Ability to engage stakeholders and manage high-value relationships.
• Experience in developing and implementing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and leverage local partnerships with sponsors and stakeholders.
• Identify and secure new investments to support DCF programmes.
• Work with existing corporate and charity partners.

Skills

Excellent relationship management skills

Experience in fundraising

Strategic thinking

Job description

Derbyshire Cricket Foundation (DCF) is the Governing Body for recreational cricket in Derbyshire, delivering services in support of the cricket community across the county. It is one of 39 County Cricket Boards/Foundations in England & Wales and works in partnership with a number of key stakeholders to develop the recreational game locally in line with the strategy developed by the England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB). We have an ambition to inspire a generation to say, "Cricket is a game for me". The DCF is also a registered charity that aims to improve well-being and provide opportunities for diverse communities across the County through cricket.

Business Development Manager

The Business Development Manager will develop and leverage local partnerships with sponsors, stakeholders, and funding bodies to support these aims. The primary work location will be at the County Ground, Nottingham Road, Derby, but the role requires regular travel across Derbyshire to engage stakeholders in support of the DCF strategy and business plan.

Working flexibly, the role may include occasional evening and weekend commitments.

Purpose and Focus of the Role

We are seeking an experienced Business Development Manager with excellent relationship management skills to develop and sustainably grow the impact of our business by identifying and securing new investment to support the delivery of DCF programmes and activity. This includes working with existing corporate and charity partners, and establishing new relationships with corporate sponsors, individual donors, and trusts & foundations.

Key responsibilities include:

• Fundraising Strategy & Implementation
• High Value Relationship Management
• Corporate Partnerships
• Trusts & Foundations
• Profile & Impact
• Leadership & Management
• Governance & Compliance

Additional Information

More information about the Derbyshire Cricket Foundation, the full job description, and the application process can be found in our Recruitment Pack.

Applications close on 4th January 2026. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview during weeks commencing 19th January and 26th January 2026.

Contact

Richard Wood – [e-mail] or 07841 759315.