Background:
This Business Development Specialist I position supports CRS’ acquisition of resources from a wide range of institutional donors, including US Government, foreign governments, multi-lateral organizations, foundations, corporations, and a variety of emerging, non-traditional sources of funding for the Zambia and Lesotho/Mozambique country programs. CRS’ BD staff constitute a specific line of expertise within a comprehensive approach to business development that involves technical, managerial, financial, and operational staff and local partner organizations, working together to enhance CRS’ competitive positioning for donor attention and funding.
Primary Function:
The Business Development Specialist will support the agency’s competitive pursuit of institutional donor resources and growth of the Zambia and Lesotho/Mozambique country programs. With a core function of supporting the writing and production of high-quality applications for donor funding, this position will also provide specialized assistance in other dimensions of the business development cycle, knowledge of specific program sectors or funding sources including corporate and other non-traditional sources, or other relevant areas to be determined in recognition of agency needs. He or she will also coordinate and support the development and implementation of the country programs’ communications and knowledge management efforts, including design and content management support, as well as complete reporting writing in coordination with project leadership for targeted high value projects. In the case of Mozambique, support in preparing emergency situation reports and other requests for information regarding the CRS and CI humanitarian response in Mozambique will also form part of the job.
Agency-wide Competencies:
These are rooted in the mission, values, and principles of CRS and used by each staff member to fulfill his or her responsibilities and to achieve the desired results.
* Integrity
* Accountability and Stewardship
* Build Relationships
* Develops Talent
* Continuous Improvement and Innovation
* Strategic Mindset
Qualifications and Experience:
* Master’s degree in International Development, Public Health, or related field
* Minimum three years international development experience, including at least two years of work in a developing country
* Knowledge of business development and fundraising concepts and practice within the foreign aid and/or non-profit contexts
* Demonstrated experience utilizing diverse, proactive strategies to competitively position his/her organization for new funding and productive institutional relationships preferred
* Demonstrated experience leading teams and managing people and processes to produce complex proposals under tight deadlines and at exceptional quality
* Experience developing proposals in response to USAID RFAs required; comprehensive experience with USAID technical and cost applications highly desirable
* Experience pursuing USAID RFPs, non-USG funding mechanisms, and opportunities to create shared cross-sector value highly desirable
* Experience building the capacity of, and providing effective technical assistance and guidance to, peers and colleagues required; knowledge of instructional design and adult learning principles and/or direct training experience highly desirable
* Experience with CRS programming approaches, standards and tools preferred
* Experience with completing high quality reports for international donors such as USAID and DFID highly desirable
* Willingness and ability to travel up to 30%
* Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication and negotiation skills
* Strong analytical skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office required; experience with Salesforce or other CRM software a plus
* English fluency (written and verbal) required; advanced Portuguese language (written and verbal) an asset
DISCLAIMER CLAUSE: This job description is not an exhaustive list of the skills, effort, duties, and responsibilities associated with the position.
CRS’ talent acquisition procedures reflect our commitment to protecting children and vulnerable adults from abuse and exploitation.
EOE/M/F/D/V- CRS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Catholic Relief Services carries out the commitment of the Bishops of the United States to assist the poor and vulnerable overseas. Our Catholic identity is at the heart of our mission and operations. We welcome as a part of our staff and as partners people of all faiths and secular traditions who share our values and our commitment to serving those in need.
Catholic Relief Services is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States. CRS works to save, protect, and transform lives in need in more than 100 countries, without regard to race, religion or nationality. CRS's Agriculture and Livelihoods team supports farming communities using our Pathway to Prosperity approach, which enables rural families to increase their productivity within sustainable landscapes, achieve a living income and build more resilient communities.
