Business Planning- Research & Plan

New Horizons

  • Location: Aberdare
  • Closing Date: 29 Feb 2012
  • Start date: ASAP
  • Required attendance: Flexible
  • Duration: 2-3 Months
  • Summary

    To support our funding applications we would like a business case/plan which illustrates the need for our services and how those needs can be met by New Horizons.

    The Internship will involve:
    • Consulting with staff, clients and stakeholders to understand aims and needs
    • Researching and quantifying the demand for the service
    • Understanding other organisations operating within this area
    • Building a funding case based upon this research, resource and cost implications

    How the organisation will benefit

    • A new perspective and ideas!
    • Increased income to secure the service provision
    • Formalised understanding of the business implications of service provision

    How you will benefit

    • Opportunity to practice and demonstrate research skills
    • Opportunity to practice and demonstrate analysis and business planning skills
    • Networking within mental health sector
    • Report writing for commercial use

    Skills required


    • Knowledge of Business Planning
    • Ability to work independently and use own initiative
    • Ability to present information clearly in writing and in person

    Additional Information

    New Horizons manages a range of resource and outreach centres throughout Rhondda Cynon Taff for people experiencing mental health or emotional wellbeing issue. We promote a positive image of people suffering mental health problems through challenging discrimination through our education, outreach work, information and support services.

    How To Apply

    To apply for this internship or for additonal information please send an email to: help@wcva.org.uk We look forward to hearing from you!

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