Proposal Coordinator

Freedom House supports the spread of freedom and democracy throughout the world through research, effective advocacy, and programs directly supporting frontline activists. We are a leader in identifying threats to freedom through our highly regarded analytic reports, including Freedom in the World. With 13 field offices and two U.S. offices, we are supporting the right of every individual to be free.

Position Summary

The Coordinator will primarily be responsible for seeking and identifying proposal opportunities that support freedom and democracy throughout the world. This position will manage and coordinate the administrative aspects of proposals, ensure that proposal submissions are in compliance with requirements, and manage the proposal database and other informational systems. He/she will work closely with our regional and functional teams to facilitate collaboration and ensure that the development and submission of proposals is completed in a timely manner.

Some Duties and Responsibilities

• Tenaciously identify and track potential grant opportunities
• Lead the administrative aspects of each proposal assuring that all requirements of the proposal are met
• Conduct proposal budget and cost application review to ensure full cost recovery
• Write and/or edit sections of proposals including executive summary, background sections, organizations qualifications and capability summary and past performance.
• Establish and ensure compliance with proposal tracking system to ensure completion by deadline
• Draft teaming agreements and letters of intent from partners
• Conduct research on foreign government and foundation requirements and create templates and resources to assist in the proposal process
• Schedule and Coordinate proposal meetings
• Maintain proposal databases and generate accurate and timely reports
• Create proposal guides and provide training

We offer great benefits including:

• 100% employer-paid dental insurance
• 100% employer-paid health insurance; or generously subsidized depending on plan and coverage
• 100% employer paid life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment
• 100% employer paid short-term disability and long-term disability insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with generous matching funds with 2 year 100% vesting schedule
• Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care reimbursable expenses
• Transportation pre-tax payroll deduction for metro, and garage parking in DC
• Generous paid vacation leave, sick leave, personal leave, and holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement for graduate studies
• And much more……

Qualifications

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• Bachelor’s degree in related field
• 3-5 years of experience in proposal preparation for USAID or other federal government solicitations
• Strong ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and demonstrated experience conducting internet research
• Must demonstrate attention to detail and produce error free work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to work effectively to meet set goals in a deadline-driven environment
• Strong ability to apply effective organizational and multitasking skills to meet deadlines
• Must interact effectively with a wide range of personnel in a multi cultural environment
• Ability to work independently
• Experience creating project budgets preferred
• Experience with other international donors preferred

Contact Details

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Contact:

Shannon Crowe

Email:

recruiting@freedomhouse.org

Application Instructions

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Qualified and Interested applicants

Please send a resume, and cover letter with salary requirements to: recruiting@freedomhouse.org or fax to (202) 822-3893, Attention: HR. Dept., referencing: 2011-039 Proposal Coordinator. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.