Senior Business Development Officer

As a Senior Business Development Officer, you will responsible for:

Donor research and opportunity identification

• Conduct research to identify potential donor and philanthropic partners aligned with CISDI’s mission and focus areas in global health and health system strengthening.
• Analyzes data on donor giving trends, foundation priorities, and global health needs, staying updated on relevant reports from foundations, NGOs, and research institutions.
• Supports the development of donor prospect lists based on research findings and alignment with CISDI’s strategic goals.
• Analyzes donor budget guidelines and reporting requirements to ensure proposals meet all financial and programmatic expectations.

Proposal development

• Gathers and analyzes data to support cost estimations and budget development for proposed partnerships. This ensures the budget aligns with program goals.
• Manages proposal timelines and ensures all necessary documentation is collected and submitted.
• Collaborates with Project Leads to understand project goals and resource requirements for proposal development.
• Works with Research & Knowledge Management to access relevant data and best practices for proposal development, ensuring proposals effectively showcase CISDI’s work, impact, and alignment with donor interests.
• Collaborates with Human Capital to assess staffing needs, identify potential team members with the necessary expertise, and ensure the proposed FTE allocation is realistic and aligns with CISDI’s internal capacity.
• Works with Finance & Administration to identify relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for budgeting and ensure proposals meet all financial and administrative

Partnership Management

• Support the cultivation and management of donor and philanthropic partnerships, maintaining clear records of communications, agreements, and activities.
• Assist in monitoring and evaluating partnership performance to ensure compliance and identify areas for renewal or improvement.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of donor communication strategies to foster trust and long-term relationships.

Lessons Learned & Documentation:

• Conduct lessons-learned exercises post-submission of proposals or partnership initiatives, documenting trends, challenges, and successful strategies.
• Share insights with the Business Development Specialist and internal teams to enhance future proposals and partnerships.
• Contribute to the organizational knowledge base by documenting and sharing best practices in partnership development.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field, such as Public Health, Global Health, International Relations, Non-Profit Management, or Grant Writing.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in research, grant development, or a related field within the non-profit or public health sector (experience working with donors and philanthropies is a plus).
• Proficient in written and verbal English communication (business formal)
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with international donors such as USAID, DFID, or philanthropic organizations.
• Familiarity with budgeting processes, costing methodologies, and compliance with donor guidelines.