Deputy Director Of Grants And Partnership

International Rescue Committee Inc

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Fully remote
Strategic leadership and business development
Oversee full grant lifecycle
Proactive identification of new partners
The Deputy Director of Grants and Partnerships will provide strategic and operational direction, lead resource mobilization efforts to achieve annual growth targets, and support the diversification of funding

Job Summary

  • The Deputy Director of Grants and Partnerships will provide strategic and operational direction, lead resource mobilization efforts to achieve annual growth targets, and support the diversification of funding.
  • Major responsibilities include leading the Business Development Action Plan, overseeing the full grant lifecycle, and driving proactive identification and engagement of new partners.
  • The role requires leading a team of 11 staff, providing coaching and mentoring, and fostering a culture of accountability, inclusion, and safeguarding.

Matching Summary

The Deputy Director of Grants and Partnerships will provide strategic and operational direction, lead resource mobilization efforts to achieve annual growth targets, and support the diversification of funding.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strategic leadership and business development
  • Oversee full grant lifecycle
  • Proactive identification of new partners
  • Lead a team of 11 staff
  • Donor compliance and reporting
  • Partnership management framework

Nice-to-have

  • Solutions-driven change-maker
  • Foster accountability and inclusion
  • Promote safeguarding initiatives
  • Critical reflection and power sharing

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree in international affairs or related field
  • 8-10 years substantial experience
  • 6+ years senior level management experience
  • Proficiency in developing humanitarian proposals
  • Familiarity with key government/statutory donors
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Clear, compelling English writing skills

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