Social Impact Business Development Manager at Sproxil

Job Description

• We are seeking a passionate and experienced Business Development Manager to join our team and help us secure funding for critical global health development projects.
• In this role, you will be responsible for identifying, pursuing, and securing grant funding from a variety of public, private, and philanthropic sources. You will also play a key role in developing and implementing our organization's overall fundraising strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and research potential funding opportunities
• Conduct thorough research to identify potential funders whose priorities align with Sproxil's mission and programs
• Build and maintain relationships with key contacts at funding institutions
• Track grant deadlines and stay up-to-date on current funding trends in global health
• Develop and manage proposals
• Lead the development of compelling and high-quality proposals that effectively address the needs of potential funders
• Manage the proposal development process from start to finish, ensuring that all deadlines are met
• Collaborate with program staff to ensure that proposals are technically sound and aligned with our organization's strategic goals
• Negotiate and manage grants
• Negotiate grant agreements with funders to secure the best possible terms for our organization
• Manage awarded grants, ensuring that we comply with all reporting and financial requirements
• Build and maintain strong relationships with funders throughout the grant lifecycle.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of our organization's fundraising strategy
• Work with the CEO to develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy.
• Identify and develop new fundraising initiatives.
• Track and analyze fundraising data to measure progress and identify areas for improvement.

Requirements

• A Degree in Public Health, International Development, or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in grant writing and fundraising, preferably in the global health sector
• Proven track record of success in securing funding from a variety of public, private, and philanthropic sources
• Strong understanding of the global health landscape and current funding trends, especially for projects linked to the African continent
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Passion for global health and a commitment to improving the lives of others