Save the Children is the world’s leading independent organisation for children. We work in 120 countries. We save children’s lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential.
We work together, with our partners, to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.
We have over two million supporters worldwide and raised 1.9 billion dollars last year to reach more children than ever before, through programmes in health, nutrition, education, protection and child rights, also in times of humanitarian crises.
Following a major transition, our international programmes are now delivered through a merged operation with c15,000 staff, managed through seven regional hubs and reporting to a relatively small, central office. We’re changing to become more efficient, more aligned, a better partner, a stronger advocate, a magnet for world-class people and relevant for the 21st century.
Contract length: 12 months
The role
The Business Development Manager will work to identify donor opportunities, facilitate donor engagement, assist in the development of fundraising strategies, and coordinate proposal development for large and strategic funding opportunities. Recognising that many conversations with donors involve a review or update around current grants as well as discussions about new opportunities, the Business Development Manager will also be expected to keep closely informed about the progress of all major institutional grants and able to speak to results in key reporting documents. The Business Development Manager will be located in Nairobi. The role has an external orientation, but works closely with the Member Services Department for interaction with other members of Save the Children International who provide programme funding.
Qualifications and experien ce
Master degree in an area of social development or equivalent.
Recommended a minimum of five years management in a both emergency and development contexts, preferably with solid experience in more than one of the Save the Children International priority sectors: education, protection, rights governance, HIV/AIDs, health and nutrition, and emergencies
Excellent writing/editing skills, budget development skills and presentation/communication skills.
Experience in presenting project information to donors and partners.
Experience in leading development of large-scale or strategic proposals, including the development of project budgets greater than $1 million.
Experience of working with financial and other data systems to produce budgets, analyse data and track trends.
Ability to coach or mentor senior staff in proposal development or funding strategies
Highly developed interpersonal and com munication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching
Highly developed cultural awareness and ability to work well in an international environment with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
Strong results orientation, with the ability to challenge existing mindsets.
Experience of solving complex issues through analysis, definition of a clear way forward and ensuring buy in.
Ability to present complex information in a succinct and compelling manner.
Ability and willingness to dramatically change work practices and hours, and work with incoming surge teams, in the event of emergencies
Fluency in English, both verbal and written, required.
Commitment to Save the Children values.
We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.
To see a full a job description, please visit our website at www.savethechildren.ne t/jobs
Please apply in English using your CV and covering letter as a single document, including your salary expectations for this role.
How to apply:
Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to: jfawcett.41616.3830@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com
