UN WFP Proposal Development Consultant Jobs in Uganda
UN WFP Proposal Development Consultant Jobs in Uganda
The Proposal Writer will be responsible for leading the coordination of proposal development on specific identified opportunities, including leading on the drafting of text, editing of programme submissions and ensuring proposal requirements are not only adhered to but delivered on to the highest possible standard.
Key Accountabilities (not all-inclusive)
Conduct background research on relevant topics expected to be included in the specific opportunity and prepare a written summary of the key findings, including source documents and resources
If requested by programme teams, identify and meet with relevant civil society, government, and private sector stakeholders, taking written notes from stakeholder meetings and sharing with the proposal team
Draft text for proposals, including (but not limited to) risk assessments, theories of change, logframes, and proposal narratives.
Provide thorough copy edits for proposals and supplemental materials
Keep proposal development process on track by scheduling meetings and ensuring internal deadlines are met
Communicate with project staff to obtain information for proposals
Support the kick-off of successful proposals by de-briefing project teams on work plan and implementation plan development.
Other duties as required to support WFP Uganda to deliver upon specific opportunities
Standard Minimum Qualifications
An advanced degree (masters) in Communication, Development Studies or any related programme
5 years’ experience with funding applications and grant writing, with demonstrated experience writing proposals for the specific donor and/or funding stream and strong familiarity with relevant programming
Excellent command of written and spoken English
Excellent interpersonal and cross-cultural communication and management skills
Proven ability to ensure interdisciplinary teams deliver to tight deadlines
Ability to work on projects involving expertise outside own functional and programmatic area and to develop ideas or solutions to complex problems that go beyond established practices
Excellent attention to details and ability to follow instructions
Proven track record of taking initiative, working independently, and coordinating dispersed teams
Proficiency in using MS Word, Excel, and Power Point
4Ps Core Organizational Capabilities
Purpose
Understand and communicate the Strategic Objectives: Understands WFP’s Strategic Objectives and the link to own work objectives.
Be a force for positive change: Flexibly adapts individual contributions to accommodate changes in direction from supervisors and internal/external changes (such as evolving needs of beneficiaries, new requirements of partners).
Make the mission inspiring to our team: Recognizes and shares with team members the
ways in which individual contributions relate to WFP’s mission.
Make our mission visible in everyday actions: Sets own goals in alignment with WFP’s overall operations, and is able to communicate this link to others.
People
Look for ways to strengthen people's skills: Assesses own strengths and weaknesses to increase self-awareness, and includes these in conversations on own developmental needs.
Create an inclusive culture: Participates in open dialogue, and values the diverse opinion of others, regardless of background, culture, experience, or country assignment.
Be a coach & provide constructive feedback: Proactively seeks feedback and coaching to build confidence, and develop and improve individual skills.
Create an “I will”/”We will” spirit: Participates in accomplishing team activities and goals in the face of challenging circumstances.
Performance
Encourage innovation & creative solutions: Shows willingness to explore and experiment with new ideas and approaches in own work.
Focus on getting results: Consistently delivers results within individual scope of work on time, on budget and without errors.
Make commitments and make good on commitments: Commits to upholding individual accountabilities and responsibilities in the face of ever-changing country or functional priorities.
Be Decisive: Makes rational decisions about individual activities when faced with uncertain circumstances, including in times of ambiguity regarding information or manager direction.
Partnership
Connect and share across WFP units: Seeks to understand and adapt to internal or cross-unit teams’ priorities and preferred working styles.
Build strong external partnerships: Demonstrates ability to understand and appropriately respond to and/or escalate needs of external partners.
Be politically agile & adaptable: Portrays an informed and professional demeanor toward internal and external partners and stakeholders.
Be clear about the value WFP brings to partnerships: Provides operational support on analyses and assessments that quantifies and demonstrates WFP’s unique value as a partner.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; UN WFP Proposal Development Consultant Jobs in Uganda
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