The Project Development Manager (PDM) positions Acted with donors and leads the development of project proposals in line with Acted’s global and in-country programme strategy, and ensures proper grant management. The PDM ensures smooth internal communication and coordination with relevant departments, and contributes to Acted external communication strategy.
Main duties
Positioning and Fundraising
Context Analysis
Strategy development
External relations
Fundraising and proposal development
Contracting
Grant Management
Contract follow-up
Reporting
Partner Follow-up
Management and Internal Coordination
Staff Management
Internal Coordination and Communication
Filing
External Communication
Expected skills and qualifications
Master Level education in a relevant field such as International Relations, Development or Political Science
Previous experience in the humanitarian field, proposals development, grants management and donor relations are required
Knowledge of the humanitarian aid system and ability to understand the donors systems
External representation skills
Ability to coordinate and manage a team
Teamwork and team building skills, capacity building skills
Ability to work independently and creatively in a multicultural context
Strong oral and written communication skills, analytical skills