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Business Development Manager

Job Posted 3/8/2025
Advantage Healthcare Support Nursing Agency
Camden, NEW SOUTH WALES 2570
Category Consultant
Job Description
About AHS: Advantage Healthcare Support (AHS) is a well-established organisation that provides in-home supports across NSW. We are deeply committed to making a difference to the lives of people we take care of, ensuring they receive the highest quality care and support. At AHS, we pride ourselves on our passionate team who uphold the rights of people with disabilities.

Working with us means contributing to a cause that positively impacts people's lives every day.

Role Overview: We are seeking a motivated and experienced Business Development Manager to join our supportive team. In this role, you will be responsible for strengthening the business, developing strategies to retain and expand our client base, and establishing partnerships to unlock new business opportunities. You will work closely with other team members to enhance the customer journey and ensure AHS's reputation as a leading service provider in the Aged Care and Disability sectors.

Responsibilities:
As the successful candidate you will be responsible for but not limited to the following duties:
  • Building and nurturing relationships within the Aged Care and Disability Sector, including hospitals, nursing homes, Support Coordinators, Allied Health Professionals, and the NDIA.
  • Engaging with people with disabilities, elderly individuals, and their families to access AHS services.
  • Representing AHS at relevant expos, networking events, and interagency meetings to ensure AHS has a strong market presence.
  • Contacting potential referrals to arrange meetings and promote AHS services.
  • Collaborating with the management team to develop and execute effective communication and engagement strategies.
  • Becoming the subject matter expert on access to AHS supports and services for eligible clients and their families.
  • Maintaining an in-depth understanding of NDIS guidelines and frameworks to support prospective clients and internal stakeholders.
The ideal candidate: To be successful in this role, we expect you to have:
  • Relevant degree in Social Sciences, Human Welfare, Business, Management or a related field.
  • Experience working in welfare/community services sector, particularly in disability.
  • Extensive knowledge of NDIS guidelines and Practice Standards.
  • Knowledge and experience in Supported Independent Living (SIL) services.
  • High level customer, sales and marketing service skills.
  • Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint) and management software programs.
  • Strong budget development and oversight skills.
  • Experience in managing internal and external stakeholders to achieve set objectives.
  • Excellent organisational skills, ability to prioritise workloads and multitask.
  • Excellent written and oral skills, public speaking and presentation capabilities.
  • Willingness to travel to Hunter New England and Western NSW.
Mandatory Requirements:
  • NDIS Worker Screening check.
  • Working with Children Check (WWCC).
  • Own car with valid driver's license and comprehensive car insurance.
What we offer:
  • Joining our ever-growing AHS family means being part of something special.
  • Great team environment working with experienced, capable, supportive, and fun people!
  • Be part of something new and exciting - this is an opportunity to influence and shape the nature of our business.
  • Opportunities for career progression and personal development.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
If you're passionate about making a difference and ready to take your career to the next level, we'd love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role to