Business Development Officer

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue funding opportunities from local and international donors, foundations, and government agencies.
• Conduct research to understand donor markets and identify grant opportunities using relevant tools and software.
• Write three compelling grant proposals per month.
• Build and manage a pipeline of prospects, moving opportunities through the pipeline.
• Cultivate relationships with prospective donors and partners.
• Develop grant proposals and concept notes aligned with Acts’ mission.
• Represent Acts at conferences, events, and donor meetings.
• Collaborate with Acts Canada on joint fundraising efforts.
• Track and report business development activities using key metrics.

Skills

• Strategic Thinking: Identify business opportunities, prioritize grants, and manage limited resources.
• Executive Presence: Represent Acts professionally in high-level meetings.
• Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal skills to maintain relationships with donors, partners, and stakeholders.
• Writing & Marketing: Flawless grant writing and ability to use modern web applications to “sell” the impact of Acts’ work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, international development, or related field (WASH course is a plus).
• 3+ years of experience in business development, fundraising, grant writing, or proposal management.
• Willingness to learn; we will provide training but require a humble attitude and eagerness to learn.
• Proven success in securing funding from international donors, foundations, and government agencies.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong networking and relationship-building abilities.
• Proficiency in donor research, proposal development, and project design.
• Knowledge of international development and fundraising best practices.
• Fluency in English, with great attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities with minimal supervision.

Organization Values

• Teamwork
• Integrity
• Perseverance
• Excellence
• Learning

Role Structure

This is a part-time role to start.

Our Mission

We partner with communities so they can embrace the benefits of life-giving clean water, sanitation, and hygiene in Uganda. We’re two organizations (Acts Canada, Acts Uganda) but work together as one with a common vision to see people thrive through the elimination of water poverty.

Application Process

Interested candidates should apply via the link below no later than 10th October 2024.

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