ABOUT THE COMPANY:

Climate change, biodiversity loss, environmental degradation, and malnutrition. These four interconnected global crises have put at stake the wellbeing of our planet for years. Fueled by COVID-19, their impact on agriculture, landscapes, biodiversity, and humans is now stronger than ever. Reversing this negative trend is a challenge, but also an opportunity for bold choices and integrated solutions. Established in 2019, the Alliance of Bioversity International and the International Center for Tropical Agriculture (CIAT) was created to address these four crises, maximizing impact for change at key points in the food system.

JOB SUMMARY

• Contribute to identifying new partnerships and funding opportunities for IFDC Malawi.
• Contribute to projects/programs proposal development and work closely with the Global NBD team, in-country team, and relevant consortium partners.
• Developing and deploying systems for tracking new business development opportunities as well as preparation and timely submission of quality proposals; tracking, analyzing, and reporting on the proposal process/success.
• Play a key role in concept notes development, talking points for meetings, taking minutes and action points, etc.
• Contribute to technical discussions and report writing.
• Drafting sections of proposals and business development marketing materials: management plans, corporate capability statements

Requirements

• University degree, preferably in Business Administration, Communication, Development Studies, Project Management, Food Security, Sustainability Studies, Proposal Writing, and related programs.
• At least 5 years of business development, business communication and or fundraising writing funded proposals, previous experience working in an international NGO or any relevant experience in donor-funded projects such as USAID Experience in writing funded proposals, previous experience working in an international NGO or any relevant experience in donor-funded projects such as USAID
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships and effectively influence key stakeholders.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of sales processes, including lead generation, qualification, and closing techniques.  Self-motivated and results-oriented mindset, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines

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