Senior Proposal Writer & Program Design Manager- Employment, career opportunity in USA

Job Title:   Senior Proposal Writer & Program Design Manager
Location:    Washington, DC
ID:    1179
Department:    Programs

Description
Will You Join Us?
Creating jobs for vulnerable populations, strengthening civil societies, responding to disasters and humanitarian crises, supporting women in business, helping youth at risk realize their potential – PADF has steadily grown in size and scope over the past 50 years due to its focused mission and vision and its outstanding team.

Staff members are drawn to PADF because of their commitment to the mission; they stay because of PADF’s commitment to them. We currently seek two new staff members who will have overall responsibility for designing programs and developing proposals for funding focusing on one of two regions; South and Central America or the Caribbean.

If you are proficient in Spanish or French and are looking for that exceptional opportunity to make a true difference in the world, we want you to join our team.

Senior Proposal Writer and Program Design Manager

Overview of Responsibilities
The incumbent will have overall responsibility for designing programs and developing proposals for funding from the USG and other bi-lateral donors focusing on one of two regions (South and Central America) or Caribbean.  With respect to program design, the incumbent will bring to bear his/her knowledge of development, the subject area, PADF’s program experience, and relevant research to develop strategies and approaches that will produce measurable outcomes and be responsive to the donor solicitation.   She/he is also expected to manage the proposal process in accordance with PADF’s systems and protocols, drawing on and working collaboratively with PADF staff from field and HQ.

Specific Duties

    Become and remain knowledgeable about PADF programs generally, but specifically those in the area for which he/she has primary responsibility
    Analyze RFAs and other solicitation documents to recommend approaches and PADF response
    Manage proposal teams
    Conduct field and other program design and proposal capture/response research, drawing also on other PADF staff to assist
    Be the lead writer on proposals
    Identify emerging opportunities for PADF
    Develop new business development strategy based on PADF Strategic Plan objectives and opportunities identified
    Manage and keep up to date relevant capability statements and past performance references

Essential Requirements

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

     Demonstrated effectiveness in winning proposals from USAID and other donors
    Excellent writing skills
    Excellent analytical skills
    Subject area expertise in at least one of the following (1) youth related programming, (2) community development and participation, (3) citizen security, (4) programming for vulnerable populations, (5) agriculture, or (6) other relevant areas
    Familiarity with program evaluation and monitoring systems
    Familiarity with budgeting with USAID and other USG experience preferred
    A deep interest in and a passion for development
    Genuine team spirit and ability to work effectively in teams
    Leadership skills  – intellectual and management
    Ability to work independently without close supervision
    Demonstrated initiative
    “Outlier” thinking and creativity
    Good organizational skills
    Track record of meeting deadlines and consistently producing high caliber work

Education and Experience:


    BA/BS or equivalent in a relevant field.  MA/MS preferred
    Spanish or French language proficiency
    At least 1 year of Field experience required, with field management or operational experience a plus
    7+ years of experience in international development
    Experience with both for profit and non profit international development organizations a plus


Reports to: Director, New Business Development

Exempt, Based in Washington, DC

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