Job Summary" object="Field">Purpose of the roleWe seek a highly adaptable and experienced project development or fundraising professional to join our Project Development Group.
As part of a global team, they will support bid development and search for funding opportunities for CABI's international development and publishing projects.
Your role will involve applications to donors worldwide, but you may have a particular focus on funding sources for work in Africa.
The candidate will be integrated in business development and Centre business in Kenya (plus other African offices) and a key participant/contributor in Centre work.
Key Accountabilities: Project Development Gather donor intelligence and explore new funding opportunities by regularly monitoring donor websites.
Communicate this information within International Development and the Knowledge Business.
Work closely with CABI scientists to prepare and collate information for project proposals.
Assist project scientists in developing logical frameworks and planning and budgeting for project activities, including monitoring and evaluation.
Ensure that gender perspectives are adequately represented in project proposals.
Ensure that bid documents conform to the requirements and priorities of donor organizations.
Finalize proposal documents for submission in excellent English and present them in a clear, logical, and winning style.
Assist scientists with preparing internal quality assurance documents during the proposal process.
Handle financial information competently and confidentially, including data analysis and presentation in line with donor requirements and CABI's financial procedures.
CANDIDATE PROFILE Knowledge & Skills Knowledge of research and international development funding streams Proven experience of project/proposal development for international donors Considerable and demonstrable post qualification experience in an agriculture or agricultural development context – typically at least 3 years Experience of developing projects across geographies or cultures Understanding of the use of applied biological science in international development, especially relating to agriculture and the environment Familiarity with the logical framework and other strategic planning approaches Proven ability to rapidly evaluate complex information and to articulate concepts effectively to technical experts and non-experts Fluency in English, with first class written and oral communication skills Excellent numeracy skills Good working knowledge of the MS Office suite of programs.
Desirable Good knowledge of global and regional development issues, including experience in research management Developing country experience in agricultural development and applied research, ideally working with various stakeholders including local communities, NGOs, government officials, other partners, researchers, etc.
Understanding of knowledge management principles and the use of digital tools in an international development context Understanding of gender issues and how to mainstream gender and youth perspectives in projects Familiarity with file sharing and customer relationship management programs/platforms Competence in at least one other primary language.
Education & Qualifications MSc.
in biological or social science, preferably in agriculture, agricultural development, or international development.
PhD or equivalent experience would be desirable.