Business Development Proposal Associate in Washington DC

FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology– creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We seek qualified candidates for the position of Business Development Proposal Associate in Washington DC

Position Responsibilities:

Lead and coordinate proposal teams by overseeing the proposal process, ensuring that quality, competitive proposals are submitted in response to solicitations and unsolicited opportunities from sponsors. Coordinate and support the capture management process, including bidding partner discussions and teaming agreements. Provide management and coordination of proposal teams, comprised of FHI 360 staff and bidding partner organizations. Prepare proposal outlines, requirements/proposal evaluation shred, win themes/competitive advantages, and production calendar. Establish and assure compliance with timelines for the proposal preparation process and submission; Organize and monitor writing assignments; assist with writing, editing and proofreading proposals as needed. Develop and utilize tools, templates and work processes that result in streamlined and efficient proposal teamwork. Oversee the collection of all required proposal forms, materials, etc. as stipulated in the funders’ requests for proposals (solicited and unsolicited concept papers/LOIs, full proposals, etc.). Ensure effective and ongoing communication among FHI, partners and collaborators throughout the proposal development process. Provide assistance with collecting needed information, related correspondence and other documents. Provide detailed and strategic analysis of solicitations, instructions and other proposal-related information. Motivate and manage groups (FHI staff and partner organizations) with diverse backgrounds and expertise that will result in quality and competitive proposals. Manage confidential and sensitive information. Conduct routine coordination with FHI 360 employees and consultants, partners/collaborators in the U.S. and globally. Represent the Business Planning and Proposals division as appropriate at internal and external meetings and professional conferences. Assist in maintaining relationships with sponsors, relevant government agencies, universities, multinational, and other non-governmental organizations. Maintain departmental database systems, models and/or websites by ensuring appropriateness of structure, content and functionality. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Experience

Possess strong interpersonal skills with sensitivity to cultural diversity and understanding of the political and ethical issues addressed by FHI 360. Familiarity with international and domestic funders across multiple human development sectors, including USAID, Departments of Education and State, Health and Human Services, and foundations funding human development activities. Work on multiple projects simultaneously, independently and meet deadlines without compromising quality. Project management experience with human development initiatives (international or domestic). Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Computer software expertise in Microsoft Office. Ability to travel domestically and internationally approximately 10% of the time. Familiarity with an office working environment.

Minimum Requirements:

Education/Experience: BS/BA in education, international relations, environment, economics or other area of human development and 3-5 years of relevant experience in business/proposal development, program design, project management and other related work; or master’s degree in education, international relations, environment, economics or other area of human development and 1-2 years of experience in business/proposal development, program design, project management and other related work.

How to apply:

FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360’s Career Center at www.fhi360.org/en/workingwithus/index.htm through the Employment section atwww.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.

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