Business Development Resource Acquisition Manager

Job Posting Organization:
Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that focuses on advancing children's rights and promoting equality for girls. Established over 85 years ago, Plan International operates in more than 80 countries, working collaboratively with children, young people, supporters, and partners to address the root causes of challenges faced by girls and vulnerable children. The organization is dedicated to ensuring that every child can realize their potential, free from poverty, violence, exclusion, and discrimination. Plan International strives to create a just world where all children can thrive, and it actively engages in policy and practice changes at local, national, and global levels to support this mission.

Job Overview:
The Business Development Resource Acquisition Manager will play a crucial role in leading the growth and diversification of Plan International Liberia's funding portfolio. This position requires an ambitious and strategic individual who is adept at building relationships with various stakeholders, including donors, National Organizations, foundations, UN agencies, NGOs, and corporate partners. The manager will be responsible for shaping and delivering the resource mobilization strategy, identifying and securing new funding opportunities that support sustainable and impactful programs for children and young people, particularly girls. This role involves leading strategic donor engagement, providing market and donor intelligence, and ensuring that Plan International Liberia is well-positioned to compete for institutional and private funding. The manager will oversee the entire business development lifecycle, from opportunity identification and donor mapping to proposal development and grant acquisition, ensuring that all funding proposals align with donor priorities and the organization's country strategy.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The key responsibilities of the Business Development Resource Acquisition Manager include: developing and delivering the resource mobilization strategy for Plan International Liberia; identifying and pursuing funding opportunities from institutional donors, foundations, and corporate partners; building and maintaining strategic relationships with donors and partners; leading donor mapping and market intelligence efforts; overseeing the development of high-quality, donor-compliant proposals and funding applications; making decisions on funding opportunities and partner engagement; negotiating donor agreements; acting as the primary contact for donor engagement; overseeing donor reporting and grant compliance; providing strategic funding analysis and recommendations to senior leadership; and ensuring that all activities align with organizational priorities and income growth targets.

Required Qualifications:
Candidates for this position should possess significant experience in business development, grants acquisition, fundraising, or resource mobilization within the international development or humanitarian sector. A strong understanding of the international development funding landscape and donor environment is essential. Proven success in securing funding from institutional donors such as the EU, USAID, World Bank, Global Fund, AFD, and UN agencies is required. Additionally, candidates should have demonstrated experience in developing successful funding proposals and managing donor relationships, along with excellent stakeholder management, influencing, and negotiation skills. Strong analytical, planning, and project management capabilities are also necessary, as is experience working within an international NGO or development organization.

Educational Background:
The educational background required for this position typically includes a degree in international development, business administration, public policy, or a related field. Advanced degrees or specialized training in fundraising, resource mobilization, or business development may be advantageous and are often preferred by employers in this sector.

Experience:
The ideal candidate should have a substantial level of experience in business development, particularly in the context of international development or humanitarian work. This includes a proven track record of successfully securing funding and managing relationships with donors, as well as experience in developing and implementing resource mobilization strategies. Candidates should also have experience in leading teams and collaborating with various stakeholders to achieve organizational goals.

Languages:
Fluency in English is mandatory for this position, as it is the primary language of communication within the organization and with external stakeholders. Knowledge of additional languages may be considered an asset, particularly if they are relevant to the regions in which Plan International operates or to the donor community.

Additional Notes:
This position is based in Monrovia, Liberia, and is offered as a full-time role on a 12-month fixed-term contract, with the possibility of extension. The organization is conducting a global search for candidates and may provide support with relocation if necessary. Plan International is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and aims to create a workplace environment that reflects the diversity of the communities it serves. The organization also emphasizes the importance of safeguarding children and young people, and candidates should be aware that pre-employment checks will be conducted in accordance with Plan International's policies.