Individual Consultant Proposal Writer

The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) is the leading United Nations sexual and reproductive health agency. With a focus on promoting sexual and reproductive health, and reproductive rights, and gender equality, UNFPA’s India Country Office collaborates closely with the Government of India and various partners to advance the goals outlined in the International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD) Programme of Action and the Agenda 2030.

In line with its mandate, UNFPA India has entered its 10th Country Programme (CP-10) for the period 2023-2027. The CP-10 aims to create an inclusive India where every woman, young person, including those from the most vulnerable groups can enjoy gender equality, fully realise their sexual and reproductive health and rights, and actively contribute to sustainable development. To achieve the ambitious goals of CP-10, UNFPA India has set a non-core resource mobilisation target of USD 30 million over a span of five years.

To effectively meet this resource mobilisation target and support the development of innovative, compelling and high-quality funding proposals, UNFPA India is seeking the services of an Individual Consultant with excellent writing skills and a strong ability to craft clear, concise, and persuasive proposals

The Consultant will be reporting to the RM and Partnerships Specialist based at the UNFPA India Country Office located in New Delhi.

Education & Experience: 

Education: 

• Masters degree in Business Administration, Economics, Commerce, Social Work, Communications, Marketing, International Relations, or related disciplines.

Experience:

• 5-7 years of progressively responsible and relevant professional work experience in proposal writing, fundraising particularly in the development sector, with a track record of successful proposals and resource mobilisation.
• Understanding of sexual and reproductive health, family planning and gender and human rights.
• Excellent research and data analysis skills to ensure evidence-based proposals.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information in a clear and compelling manner.
• Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.
• Familiarity with the international development landscape and donor requirements.
• Ability to identify and propose innovative solutions for increased resource mobilisation.
• Strong written and oral communications skills are essential.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Ability to exercise tact in interacting with partners.
• Collaborative and proactive approach to work, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Familiarity with donor requirements, guidelines, and reporting mechanisms.

Languages: 

• Fluency in English is mandatory. Working knowledge of one of the Indian official languages is desirable. Knowledge of other UN languages is an asset.

Source: https://www.unfpa.org/jobs/individual-consultant-proposal-writer-new-delhi-india