Business Development Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Assist in the growth and diversification of World Vision's global funding portfolio.

• Identify and actively seek funding opportunities from both public and institutional donors.

• Oversee all aspects of the proposal development process from initial planning to final submission.

• Lead the design of high-quality programs using evidence-based methodologies and adhering to donor guidelines.

• Collaborate with National Offices, technical teams, finance colleagues, and partners to develop technical and cost proposals.

• Facilitate workshops for program design and conduct proposal reviews.

• Manage the processes following submission and gather insights to share lessons learned.

• Coordinate the transition of program design to program managers.

• Identify and engage potential partners for upcoming opportunities.

• Organize meetings and calls with donors; perform outreach to donors and partners.

• Support the development of capability statements in collaboration with technical advisors and communications teams.

• Monitor funding opportunities, donor priorities, and grant forecasts.

• Collect intelligence for strategic positioning and provide recommendations on go/no-go decisions.

• Coordinate the recruitment of consultants and key personnel as necessary.

• Participate in World Vision's Christian spiritual practices and integrate core values into decision-making.

• Collaborate with team members and undertake additional responsibilities as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience (eight years).

• Experience in international relief and development.

• At least 3–5 years of relevant work experience.

• Experience with U.S. government solicitations is a requirement.

• Significant proposal development experience for other multilateral or bilateral donors may also be considered.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.

• Ability to juggle multiple competing priorities.

• Strong strategic thinking, sound judgment, and effective time management skills.

• Exceptional collaboration and relationship-building skills across diverse teams and stakeholders.

• Proactive in problem-solving, taking initiative, ownership, and ensuring follow-through.

• Flexibility and adaptability, including the capacity to travel internationally with short notice.

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.A. for any employer.

• Agreement with and a commitment to furthering World Vision's Christian mission, vision, and values.

• A Master's degree in Education, International Development, or a related technical field is strongly preferred.

• Proficiency in French or Spanish is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package (details available through World Vision U.S. benefits information).

• Remote work opportunities within the U.S.

• Opportunities for international travel (up to 30% of the time).