We're looking for a passionate and detail-oriented Proposal Manager – Bids & Grant Proposals to join our growing team. In this role, you'll help shape the way we present our work to the world — developing thoughtful bids and grant proposals that secure funding and bring meaningful projects to life.
You'll collaborate with a supportive, multicultural team and play a key part in driving our impact in international development.
What We're Looking For
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Development Studies, Social Sciences, Business, Economics, or a related field
- Experience: At least 2 years in proposal or bid writing, ideally within the development sector
- Tools: Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Suite is a must
- A genuine understanding of development issues — and the ability to communicate them simply and powerfully
- Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving instincts
- Exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills in English
- Great organizational habits and an eye for detail
- Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team
- Calm under pressure and reliable with deadlines
What You'll be Doing
Research and Analysis
- Conduct research on client organizations, funding opportunities, and competitive landscapes to inform proposal strategy and content.
- Analyze and interpret client and agency requirements to ensure proposals are tailored to their client / donor needs and increase the likelihood of success.
- Synthesize complex information into clear, concise, and persuasive proposal content
- that aligns with client / donor objectives and requirements.
- Evaluate historical data from previous projects and proposals to identify best practices, trends, and areas for improvement.
Proposal Development and Packaging
- Manage the process of proposal writing, including research, drafting, editing, and finalization with the assigned Subject Matter Experts (SME).
- Collaborate with internal teams to gather relevant information and insights for proposal content.
- Structure and organize proposals to ensure clarity, coherence, and compliance with submission guidelines.
- Develop and package project concepts and plans into well-structured, persuasive documents that clearly communicate the value and impact of our proposed projects.
- Develop and design proposal templates and materials that align with organizational branding and standards.
- Prepare supporting documentation such as budgets, work plans, and timelines, ensuring accuracy and alignment with project objectives.
Quality Assurance
- Review and edit proposals and documents to ensure clarity, coherence, and consistency in language and messaging.
- Conduct thorough quality checks to verify that proposals meet all technical, financial, and content requirements.
- Incorporate feedback from reviewers and stakeholders to enhance the quality and effectiveness of proposals.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of proposal development processes and tools.
