Restless Development Fundraising Proposal Development Professional Jobs in Zambia

Restless Development Fundraising Proposal Development Professional Jobs in Zambia


Purpose of the Consultancy:

  • Restless Development Zambia has since 2003, been equipping youth to voice their priorities; facilitating their access to decision makers for accountability; and supporting platforms for youth to demonstrate that they are effective change agents.

  • We strengthen government, institutional and civil society partners’ capacity to engage with youth.

  • Our evidence-informed policy engagement is unique in its approach, cutting across government, private sector and the NGO sector and this has set us apart as an innovative partner in development.

  • The purpose of this consultancy is to develop project proposals supporting Restless Development’s strategic plan to continue and expand development activities in Zambia and the surrounding region.

  • The main function is to design proposals for projects and programs in accordance with the principles and requirements of different donors (national and foreign entities, governmental and non-governmental entities and the private sector).

    Method of Work:

  • The consultant will be home based, reporting directly to the Hub Director. The consultancy is structured on flexi-hours; no particular start or end time for the work day rather focus is on meeting the expected outputs within the set timelines and quality expectations.

    Duration of the Consultancy

  • The consultancy retainer will be valid for 6 months. The consultant will then be contacted when proposal development opportunities arise and working days will be agreed upon then. .

    Deliverables

    The consultant will meet the following deliverables in line with the agreed timeline (to be confirmed at the start of the consultancy):

    • Take part in the identification of all funding opportunities.

    • Carry out search to establish background information

    • Be responsible for the entire process of preparing proposals

    • Prepare short and concise conceptual notes for the preparation of funding proposals that include the logical framework, performance indicators, monitoring and evaluation plan, among others;

    • Participation in consultation meetings with donors, partners and staff during the development and writing of proposals;

    • Design and analyze budgets to ensure (i) their viability, (ii) that all donor requirements are met and (iii) are aligned
    with Restless budget policies;

    • Work in close cooperation with the project development team.

    • Secure all attachments and ensure that all processes are completed

    • Ensure compliance with deadlines associated with the proposal preparation process;

    • Write grant proposals of all kinds including complex and demanding types.

    Specific Requirements

    The consultant should meet the following requirements for this assignment.

    • Graduate level qualification (Undergraduate degree or Masters).

    • Strong knowledge of current and future funding trends, as well as of development issues.

    • Experience developing private sector relationships and alternative funding strategies, beyond donor-driven funding

    • An excellent understanding of project cycle management (including problem/objective trees, stakeholder analysis, project planning, budgeting, theory of change).

    • Previous extensive experiences in writing winning proposals of significant size

    • Experience in working with teams to develop project ideas, objectives, log-frame etc.

    • Extraordinary good oral and written communication and presentation skills.

    • Highly productive with pride in quality work

    • Highly organized and detail orientated

    • Strong people skills and approachable

    • Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability to change

    • Ability to work in and promote a team environment / concept

    • Ability to work under pressure and extra hours when necessary, and to meet deadlines.

    • Proficiency in all Microsoft Office programmes

    • Experience in project implementation is an added advantage

    • Strong communication skills

    • Must be a self-starter and be able to work independently with

    • Commitment to deliver high quality outputs

    How to Apply

    Applications must be sent with the following information

    • Cover letter stating your interest, availability, strength and daily rates.

    • Detailed CVs

    • List of proposals in which you played a major role in developing, showing the value of the project, your role in project development and if the proposal was approved or not.

    • 3 referees including their up to date contact details

  • Please add all the above information into one file before emailing and send to

  • zambiajobs@restlessdevelopment.org by 20th September, 2020. Do not attach any other documentation such as certificates at this stage.

  • Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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