Deadline: 20 September 2015
The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) is currently seeking applications from the eligible applicants for the post of Resource Development Grant Writer and Coordinator, based in Rome, Italy or Bogor, Indonesia.
The Resource Development Writer is responsible for the coordination and development of high quality, highly competitive concept notes and proposals that are compelling to CIFOR’s top existing and prospective funders.
CIFOR is a nonprofit, global research organization dedicated to advancing human well-being, environmental conservation and equity.
Key Job Responsibilities
The Resource Development Grant Writer and Coordinator will perform the following functions-
- Improved development and delivery of high quality and compelling concept notes and proposals to funders. Performance will be measured against the number of successful proposals developed and grants approved.
- Improved proposal-writing capacity within CIFOR center-wide, measured by the quality of drafts produced by science teams and an increase in overall number of concept notes and proposals in the pipeline.
- Provide writing and editing support for major fundraising concept notes and proposals (high- dollar and/or to high-potential prospects).
- Provide writing and editing support for institutional fundraising efforts, particularly for strategic proposals and institutional documents for top CIFOR funders.
- Work closely with Resource Development Unit to manage and monitor CIFOR’s grant application tracking system that ensures adequate fundraising and programmatic alignment for all CIFOR priorities.
- Provide broad writing and editorial assistance to the Resource Development Unit and other duties as assigned.
- Maintain and improve the ability of the Center’s Resource Development and Funding Toolkit to improve the design and development of new grant applications.
Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must have-
- Bachelor’s degree in Political Science, International Relations, Business and Administration, Environmental Sciences, Agricultural Development Studies or in a field related to CIFOR’s mission.
- At least 5-7 years’ experience in fundraising, with an emphasis on writing and editing fundraising proposals and communications to funders.
- Complete English proficiency, other languages desirable – particularly French and Spanish.
- Other skills–
- Advanced writing and editing skills and excellent time management skills are essential for the success of this position.
- Ability to juggle multiple projects simultaneously and work with interdisciplinary teams.
- An expert ability to translate complex and technical subject matter for a variety of funder.
- Ability to stay organized, maintains attention to detail, builds social capital, and execute assignments on time and with quality.
- A demonstrated understanding of environment and/or development issues is preferred.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through online process.
For more information, please visit CIFOR.
