Programme Funding Manager
Description
- To lead and support the identification and design of new, high-impact projects
- To lead the development of high-quality funding proposals, both to respond to donor funding calls and to proactively pitch to donors
- To work with the Management team to build donor relationships, identify and track funding opportunities aligned with SDN’s strategic priorities, and coordinate SDN’s fundraising pipeline processes
Requirements
- At least five years experience in a resource mobilisation and project/proposal development role, preparing donor proposals, leading the design of new projects and supporting other fundraising activities
- A demonstrable track record of leading multiple successful proposals and securing support from institutional donors in the region of £500k and over (e.g. DFID/FCDO, USAID, EU, large trusts and foundations)
- Strong knowledge of project design tools/approaches, such as log frames, theories of change etc.
- Experience developing project budgets
- Experience working with overseas/remote teams to develop project ideas and proposals
- Experience in managing donor relationships
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage several tasks at once
- Excellent English writing, editing and communication skills
- Excellent relationship-building skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams with multiple priorities
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and grant management software
Method of Application
Interested and qualified? Go to Stakeholder Democracy Network on jobs.workable.com to apply