Development Officer International Crisis Group Brussels, Belgium
Development Officer (Temporary One Year Position)
Closing date: 31 Aug 2012
International Crisis Group
The International Crisis Group is an independent, non-profit, non-governmental organisation, with some 150 staff members on five continents, working though field-based analysis and high-level advocacy to prevent and resolve deadly conflict worldwide. Widely recognised as the world’s leading independent, non-partisan, source of analysis and advice to governments and intergovernmental bodies on the prevention and resolution of deadly conflict, Crisis Group is seeking a highly capable Development Officer to join our team in either Brussels or London.
Role: This position is ideally suited for a candidate with grant writing experience and a strong background in international affairs. Reporting to the Director, Government & Foundation Relations, the successful incumbent will prepare funding proposals and reports for donors, assist with day-to-day grant management, and maintain relations with current and prospective government and foundation funders. This position is based in either Brussels or London and will be a fixed term appointment for one year to cover maternity leave starting 1 October 2012.
Responsibilities:
• Prepare concept notes, detailed funding proposals and interim and grant-end reports for submission to current government and foundation donors, with the guidance and supervision of the Director, Government & Foundation Relations.
• Gather detailed information from Crisis Group project and program directors on recent project outputs and future activities, for use in the writing of proposals and reports.
• Arrange meetings for Crisis Group program staff and senior staff with government and foundation donors.
• Manage grant contracts, including initial review, feedback to donors, and amendments.
• Assist the Director, Government & Foundation Relations, to establish and maintain close relationships with current and prospective donors, including the coordination of regular meetings.
• Participate in donor meetings as necessary, including periodic travel outside of Brussels.
• Conduct research on prospective foundation and government donors and working with the Director to develop a strategy for cultivation and solicitation;
• Assist with the conduct of internal evaluations of all Crisis Group projects, and in the compilation of evaluation results for both internal and external use.
• Coordinate the planning and execution of the annual Crisis Group Global Briefing in Brussels.
Requirements:
• Two to three years of professional experience, with preference given to those with grantwriting experience in an NGO or government environment.
• Excellent, demonstrated English language writing skills.
• Attention to detail, ability to work independently with tight deadlines, a well organised team player.
• Knowledge of French or other languages is highly desirable.
• Experience in planning events or conferences would be an asset.
• Non-EU nationals will require current and valid permission to work in the UK or Belgium.
How to apply:
Applications should be submitted in English and include a CV, cover letter, and contact details of at least 3 referees. The cover letter should be sent as an e-mail and should describe relevant experience and motivation for the position applied for. Further information on these and other vacancies can be found at: http://www.crisisgroup.org. Please send applications by email to open.positions@crisisgroup.org including the job title in the subject line.
Recruitment will remain open until 31 August 2012. Please note only candidates selected for further consideration or interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.
Closing date: 31 Aug 2012
International Crisis Group
The International Crisis Group is an independent, non-profit, non-governmental organisation, with some 150 staff members on five continents, working though field-based analysis and high-level advocacy to prevent and resolve deadly conflict worldwide. Widely recognised as the world’s leading independent, non-partisan, source of analysis and advice to governments and intergovernmental bodies on the prevention and resolution of deadly conflict, Crisis Group is seeking a highly capable Development Officer to join our team in either Brussels or London.
Role: This position is ideally suited for a candidate with grant writing experience and a strong background in international affairs. Reporting to the Director, Government & Foundation Relations, the successful incumbent will prepare funding proposals and reports for donors, assist with day-to-day grant management, and maintain relations with current and prospective government and foundation funders. This position is based in either Brussels or London and will be a fixed term appointment for one year to cover maternity leave starting 1 October 2012.
Responsibilities:
• Prepare concept notes, detailed funding proposals and interim and grant-end reports for submission to current government and foundation donors, with the guidance and supervision of the Director, Government & Foundation Relations.
• Gather detailed information from Crisis Group project and program directors on recent project outputs and future activities, for use in the writing of proposals and reports.
• Arrange meetings for Crisis Group program staff and senior staff with government and foundation donors.
• Manage grant contracts, including initial review, feedback to donors, and amendments.
• Assist the Director, Government & Foundation Relations, to establish and maintain close relationships with current and prospective donors, including the coordination of regular meetings.
• Participate in donor meetings as necessary, including periodic travel outside of Brussels.
• Conduct research on prospective foundation and government donors and working with the Director to develop a strategy for cultivation and solicitation;
• Assist with the conduct of internal evaluations of all Crisis Group projects, and in the compilation of evaluation results for both internal and external use.
• Coordinate the planning and execution of the annual Crisis Group Global Briefing in Brussels.
Requirements:
• Two to three years of professional experience, with preference given to those with grantwriting experience in an NGO or government environment.
• Excellent, demonstrated English language writing skills.
• Attention to detail, ability to work independently with tight deadlines, a well organised team player.
• Knowledge of French or other languages is highly desirable.
• Experience in planning events or conferences would be an asset.
• Non-EU nationals will require current and valid permission to work in the UK or Belgium.
How to apply:
Applications should be submitted in English and include a CV, cover letter, and contact details of at least 3 referees. The cover letter should be sent as an e-mail and should describe relevant experience and motivation for the position applied for. Further information on these and other vacancies can be found at: http://www.crisisgroup.org. Please send applications by email to open.positions@crisisgroup.org including the job title in the subject line.
Recruitment will remain open until 31 August 2012. Please note only candidates selected for further consideration or interview will be contacted. No phone calls please.
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