CDI Co-opted Director (Business Development)

Position Overview

The CDI is funded by membership fees, training activities and commercial partnerships, contracts and relationships. Surplus income is invested by the organisation to enhance our services and support for members, as well as our activities to champion the profession. Our 2030 Strategy includes aims to increase our commercial income, so the CDI Board is seeking to appoint a Co‑opted Director to bring business development expertise and insight to the strategic direction and governance of the organisation.

This person will act as a Director of the CDI, with the general responsibilities of all Directors. In addition, they will bring a specific focus on business development to support the expansion of the CDI’s income, including growth of commercial services, bid/tender expertise, grant applications and more.

This is not a delivery role, but an opportunity for an experienced Business Development leader to provide strategic support, insight and...