World Vision Business Development Officer Jobs in Uganda
World Vision Business Development Officer Jobs in Uganda
Back groundWorld Vision Uganda is a Christian relief, development and advocacy non-government organization dedicated to working with children, families and communities to overcome poverty and injustice.
We currently work in over 82 districts in Uganda implementing projects in health & nutrition, water, sanitation & hygiene (WASH), livelihoods & community resilience, education and child protection.
World Vision (WV) is committed to the protection of children and adult beneficiaries from exploitation and abuse and will not employ people whose background is not suitable for working with the beneficiaries above.
All employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of all applicable background checks, including criminal record checks where possible.
Due to expansion in scope of our programmes, we are now seeking for qualified and passionate individuals willing to share in our vision and join our team in the position below.
Purpose of the position:
The Business Development Officer will work within the Resource Development Unit and alongside technical leads in the development of quality project proposals.
He/she will support program and proposal development and design for high-value, competitive, complex funding opportunities, in line with World Vision Uganda’s strategy.
This includes pursuing grant and private funding opportunities for multi-sectoral and multi-area relief, recovery and development programs.
The job holder will also support the creation and promotion of strategic alliances with donors, multilateral agencies, and other NGOs for purposes of resources mobilization.
Key Outputs/Responsibilities
Resource Acquisition and Proposal Writing
Research and review possible funding opportunities and prepare grant opportunity synopses.
Work with World Vision Uganda technical leads and support offices to develop high quality, innovative proposals.
Act as overall coordinator between support offices, partners, technical leads, the grant finance unit and other relevant departments (HR, security, M&E, procurement) during the design process until project start up.
Be the lead writer on grant proposals.
Work closely with finance and technical staff to develop budgets.
Review and improve concepts from field offices to proposal level.
Coordinate and lead proposal design workshops/meetings.
Grant Acquisition Business Planning
Support the ongoing monitoring and analysis of new grant opportunities by researching on donor websites, newspaper postings and through support offices.
Maintain up-to-date mapping on donor contacts, trends and opportunities.
Support mapping of all funding sources with key stakeholders.
Support the program strategy and planning process with all functions to ensure alignment with the context, humanitarian needs and
strategy as well as operational feasibility and technical quality.
External Engagement
Support the Senior Resource Development Manager with external representation of World Vision Uganda to local donor delegations and networking with NGOs.
Liaise with partners and donor, as appropriate, throughout the grant application process.
Information Management
Maintain proposal archives.
Compile and analyse relevant information to inform proposal design and promote learning.
Support the application of mapping and compiling of program information for sharing as required with internal and external stakeholders.
Support the team in updating and maintaining databases such as Horizon.
Other
Be flexible to undertake additional tasks, from time to time, in order to enhance the overall performance of the Programme Quality Division and World Vision Uganda in general.
Qualifications: Education/Knowledge/Technical Skills and Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, International Development, International Relations or related field.
Demonstrated track record in proposal development.
Experience in working with international donors (US government, European Union, UN, foundations, etc.).
Work experience in international relief and development.
Work experience in intercultural teams and/or abroad.
Self-starter who can work independently under pressure.
Excellent English communication skills (oral and written).
Excellent writing skills.
A high level of diplomacy and networking skills is required.
Understanding of international standards including SPHERE, HAP, Code of Conduct, etc.
Cross-cultural sensitivity, flexible world view, emotional maturity and physical stamina.
Ability to manage work life and work without supervision.
Ability to work in and contribute to team building environment.
Ability to work under pressure in a rapidly changing and insecure environment
Computer competence (Microsoft Office).
Proactive personality, self-driven and strongly motivated.
Capacity/potential in leadership, relationship management/networking, and coordination.
Good interpersonal skills, strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
Proven conceptual & analytical skills, ability to take an evidence-based approach to programme design.
How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should apply online by 5th July 2018
For more information and job application details, see; World Vision Business Development Officer Jobs in Uganda
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