Associate - New Business Development

Associate - New Business Development

Position Description

 

About PADF

The Pan American Development Foundation (PADF) believes in creating a hemisphere of opportunity, for all. We work across Latin America and the Caribbean to make our region stronger—more healthy, peaceful, just, inclusive, resilient, and sustainable for current and future generations. For nearly 60 years, we have served the most vulnerable communities, investing resources throughout the hemisphere. We partner with and enable civil society, governments, and the private sector for the greater good of the region. 

 

Position Overview

PADF is looking for an Associate - New Business Development to join the New Business Development (NBD) team who will facilitate collaboration and strategy development between field and HQ teams, partners, and donors to win projects that support the PADF mission. Given the nature of the work, NBD offers flexible schedules and remote options.

The Associate – New Business Development will support the design and development of proposals for projects funded primarily by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), Department of State, Department of Labor, and United States Department of Agriculture. The incumbent will support the design and development of proposals to other bilateral, multi-lateral development agency, private sector, and foundation donors. With respect to design, the incumbent will bring to bear their knowledge of USAID rules and regulations, USG procurement cycles, PADF thematic areas, PADF experience, and relevant research to support the development of strategies and approaches that are responsive to donor solicitations. The Associate - Business Development is expected to manage the proposal process in accordance with PADF’s systems and protocols, drawing on and working collaboratively with PADF staff from the field and HQ.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Remain knowledgeable in PADF programs.
• Identify emerging opportunities for PADF.
• Lead capture trips, conduct field research, and coordinate with PADF in-country staff to provide logistical, scheduling and other assistance.
• Analyze solicitations and supporting documents to coordinate a compliant response.
• Provide administrative support, such as scheduling, recruiting, hiring, folder and file management, drafting, and editing.
• Act as proposal manager or section writer on proposal teams.
• Prepare supporting sections and annexes, such as capability statements, past performance references, and budgets.

 

Competencies

Leadership and Communications: Must possess excellent ability to lead, collaborate, and communicate (verbally and in writing) with and influence numerous stakeholders. Effective and clear communication, whether verbally or in writing. Building and maintaining excellent interpersonal relationships across the organization with colleagues from different levels and backgrounds.

Planning and Organizing: Able to achieve results in a quality, timely, and cost-effective way. Sees priorities, plans the efficient use of resources, and monitors progress against objectives. Anticipates crucial stages in projects. Formulates alternative means of achieving objectives. Responds effectively to unforeseen events.    

Analytical Skills: Strong analytic skills and ability to respond quickly and efficiently to requests.

Writing Skills: Strong writing, proofreading, and research skills.  Skill in Business English, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.

 

Personal Characteristics

• Superior interpersonal skills and ability to interact with staff in Washington D.C. and in the field, as well PADF partners.
• Flexibility to work independently.
• Driven by results and problem resolution.
• Flexible in a fast-paced environment. 

 

Qualifications

• BA/BS or equivalent in a relevant field, MA/MS preferred.
• Excellent English writing ability required.
• Spanish or French language proficiency required.
• At least 1 year of field experience required, preferably in Latin American and the Caribbean, with field management or operational experience is a plus.
• 4+ years of experience in international development.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in collaborating on winning proposals submitted to USAID or Department of State required, funding by other USG agencies and bilateral donors preferred.
• Track record of meeting deadlines and consistently producing high caliber work.
• Familiarity with USAID and other USG project budgets preferred.
• Familiarity with program eva