Expert for Technical and Social Issues Business Development Manager
Full time @Welthungerhilfe posted 2 hours ago in Project Management Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Career Level Manager
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Experience 5 Years
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Qualifications Degree Bachelor
Job Description
Your responsibilities
- With the Country Director, develop and take ownership of an overarching fundraising/business continuity strategy for the Country Office.
- Maintain and regularly update the Country office funding pipeline, including tracking opportunities and proposal status.
- Identify and track relevant upcoming funding opportunities (private and institutional donors) through donor funding intelligence gathering and nurturing partner relationships;
- Develop and maintain tools, guidelines, and templates for donor intelligence information.
- Lead preparatory actions for anticipated funding opportunities, including identification and engagement of relevant partners to form a consortia (INGOs, NNGOs, Universities, research actors, line Ministries, etc.), preparing teaming agreements and development of winning strategies/pitches.
- In collaboration with the Head of Programmes, facilitate donors’ and potential partners’ visits to WHH Somalia/Somaliland operating areas, showcasing the achievements, impact, and areas requiring additional funding.
- Lead proposal development processes, including ownership of proposal timelines and coordination of inputs and act as primary author of proposals for new business.
- Lead the collation of evidence briefs, capacity statements and related materials. Support evidence-gathering exercises as required.
- Identify and cultivate relationships with potential donors, including individuals, corporations, foundations, and government agencies – in a framework for donor diversification including non-traditional donors and foundations (Gulf states).
Your profile
- Professional qualification with additional certification or vocational training, or equivalent relevant experience.
- 5–7 years of relevant professional experience working in the Global South, including at least 5 years in the Somali context.
- Demonstrated field experience in the Somali region, with strong understanding of Somali humanitarian and development coordination structures and aid architecture.
- Proven track record of securing institutional funding from major bilateral and multilateral donors.
- Strong familiarity with the Somali funding landscape, including established, new, and emerging donors.
- Demonstrated experience in resilience programming in dryland contexts, including climate adaptation, livelihoods, and food security programming.
- Willingness and medical fitness to receive required vaccinations for international travel and deployment.
- You recognize the growing value of data in your field and are eager to build your awareness and skills to incorporate data-informed approaches into your work.
- Excellent command of English, both written and spoken.
What we offer
- Fair Compensation: A fair and equal remuneration based on a transparent salary scale.
- Commitment to Well-Being: We attach great importance to our duty of care with a focus on safety, security & health.
- Modern & Agile Work Environment: Be part of a forward thinking organization that fully embraces digitalization and innovation across all areas.
- Personal & Professional Growth: Access diverse learning and development opportunities to advance your career.
- Team: Join our dedicated and diverse teams, where passion, expertise, and joy come together to create a better world.
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