Country: South Sudan
Closing date: 09 Jul 2017
The Organisation
Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.
We believe in the power and potential of every child. But this is often suppressed by poverty, violence, exclusion and discrimination. And it’s girls who are most affected.
Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children.
We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. And we enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge.
We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 80 years, and are now active in more than 70 countries.
The Opportunity
The purpose of this job is to provide leadership, technical support and overall management of the business development function of Plan International South Sudan.
As Business Development Manager you will act as a link to Plan International South Sudan, National Offices and donors in business development including sourcing grants, local fundraising, networking with the donor community, corporate and in the management and reporting of grant – funded projects.
You will be responsible for identifying funding opportunities in line with Plan South Sudan’s program priorities, writing successful grant proposals in coordination with program colleagues and strengthening systems and processes for effective grant management.
This will be achieved through:
- Actively seeking and maximizing opportunities for additional funding from a variety of sources;
- Strengthening the capacity of the in-country Business Development Unit and other relevant departments to acquire and implement increased sustainable grant funding.
The incumbent will work closely with both the Head of Programs and Emergency Response Manager to ensure the response plan is adequately resourced.
The environment in South Sudan is exposed to security risks so there is a possibility of evacuations in case of escalation of the military conflict. As such, South Sudan is currently a non-family duty station.
Do you have what it takes?
In order to succeed in this challenging and varied role, you will have significant knowledge of resource mobilization in the development and humanitarian sector.
Networking experience with development organizations in the country and at the international level
You will also have strong experience of proposal writing and grants acquisition and understand the systems needed to ensure donor compliance at proposal and implementation stages.
Excellent knowledge of monitoring, research and evaluation using quantitative and qualitative principles.
Understanding of multiple donor policies and procedures particularly ECHO, OFDA, Start Network, DEC, DFATD, SIDA, DFID, USAID, EC and UN Agencies
Good knowledge of data management software ( (SPSS, Epi Info, EXCEL, World, Power Point, Access)
You will possess strong analytical, strategic thinking, influencing and leadership skills.
Behaviours (Plan International’s Values in Practice)
We are open and accountable
Promotes a culture of openness and transparency, including with sponsors and donors.
Holds self and others accountable to achieve the highest standards of integrity.
Consistent and fair in the treatment of people.
Open about mistakes and keen to learn from them.
Accountable for ensuring we are a safe organisation for all children, girls & young people.
We strive for lasting impact
Articulates a clear purpose for staff and sets high expectations.
Creates a climate of continuous improvement, open to challenge and new ideas.
Focuses resources to drive change and maximise long-term impact, responsive to changed priorities or crises.
Evidence-based and evaluates effectiveness.
We work well together
Seeks constructive outcomes, listens to others, willing to compromise when appropriate.
Builds constructive relationships across Plan International to support our shared goals.
Develops trusting and ‘win-win’ relationships with funders, partners and communities.
Engages and works well with others outside the organization to build a better world for girls and all children.
We are inclusive and empowering
Seeks constructive outcomes, listens to others, willing to compromise when appropriate.
Builds constructive relationships across Plan International to support our shared goals.
Develops trusting and ‘win-win’ relationships with funders, partners and communities.
Engages and works well with others outside the organization to build a better world for girls and all children.
Type of Role: One year Fixed Term Contract
Location: Juba
Salary: Circa $50,000 USD per annum plus benefits
Reports to: Country Director
Closing Date: 9th July 2017
Early application is encouraged as we will review applications throughout the advertising period and reserve the right to close the advert early.
Please note that only applications and CVs written in English will be accepted.
A range of pre-employment checks will be undertaken in conformity with Plan International's Child Protection Policy.
As an international child centred community development organisation, Plan International is fully committed to promoting the realisation of children's rights including their right to protection from violence and abuse. That means we have particular responsibilities to children that we come into contact with.
Plan International believes that in a world where children face so many threats of harm, it is our duty to ensure that we, as an organisation, do everything we can to keep children safe. We must not contribute in any way to harming or placing children at risk.
Plan International operates an equal opportunities policy and actively encourages diversity, welcoming applications from all areas of the international community.
How to apply:
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