Business Development Proposal Associate II 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 II 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.   Provide coordination and oversight of proposal teams, comprised of FHI 360 staff and individuals representing other organizations.   Prepare proposal outlines;  Establish and monitor timelines for the proposal preparation process and submission;  Organize and monitor writing assignments; assist with writing, editing  and proofreading proposals as needed. Develop and implement evaluation criteria to ensure that proposals are responsive to the solicitations.  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 360, 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.  Assist with the identification of partners, negotiation of roles and teaming agreements.Motivate and manage groups (FHI 360 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.  Maintains departmental database systems, models and/or websites by ensuring appropriateness of structure, content and functionality. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

Education/Experience:

BS/BA in public health, journalism, international relations or related field and 3-5 years of relevant experience in business/proposal development, program design and other related work; or MPH/MSPH/MS/MA in public health, journalism, international relations or related field and 1-2 years of experience in business/proposal development, program design and other related work.  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, NIH, and CDC. Work on multiple projects simultaneously, independently and meet deadlines without compromising quality. 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.

 

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 at www.fhi360.org

Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.

 

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