Senior Officer – Business Development

Role Profile

OUR VISION, MISSION, BELIEFS and AMBITION

Our Vision

Our vision is for a world where all people have access to the technologies that enable them to meet their basic needs and reach their potential, in a way that safeguards the planet today, and for future generations.

Our Beliefs

We believe that:

• Technology is a key enabler of human development; and that technological innovation has the power to propel us into a better world.
• All people should have access to, and a voice in, shaping the technologies that can improve their lives.
• A sustainable future for our planet requires a fundamental shift in the way technology is developed and used.

Our Mission

To develop and demonstrate practical, technology based solutions that enable women and men living in or vulnerable to poverty, to lead dignified lives. To partner with people whose lives are transformed by these efforts and with a range of other organisations: ensuring local ownership, and that the solutions work in the longer term without us. To inspire change through the widespread adoption of sustainable technologies that work - socially, economically and environmentally, so that more people living in or vulnerable to poverty benefit from our learning.

Our Ambition

Our ambition is that by 2030 we will have transformed the way technology is used to improve the lives of people living in, or vulnerable to poverty.

ABOUT US

With 50 years of expertise, Practical Action has a strong heritage, and track record of bringing communities and experts together to find practical, sustainable solutions to enable people to meet their needs, which work for both people and the planet.  Technology features in everything we do.

Working throughout Africa, Asia and Latin America, Practical Action improves the lives of around one million people every year through access to energy, sustainable agriculture, water, sanitation, hygiene and waste management, and disaster risk reduction.  

We are a trusted partner of many communities, governments, development agencies and the private sector.  We are uniquely placed as a knowledge broker with a breadth of capacities which enable us to capture and share knowledge in relevant ways for our diverse audiences. We are influential at national level where we work, and globally and considered a “go-to” agency by those seeking to improve energy access for people living in poverty.

ABOUT THE ROLE (Senior Officer - Business Development)

The Senior Officer - Business Development plays a key role at organisational level by participating in project design, proposal writing, detailed analysis of project performance, process documentation and by providing strategic support to the programme management team.

SCOPE

Key Responsibilities:

• In collaboration with colleagues from Programme Management, Thematic Units, Business Development and Quality Assurance Unit, participate in designing of new project and programmes in line with the change ambitions and strategic intents of Practical Actions in the areas of agriculture, WASH, energy, urban services, disaster risk reduction and humanitarian response.
• Support Business Development and Quality Assurance unit in writing proposals and business plans with a view to securing funding for future projects and programmes.
• Carry out analysis of different elements of projects/programmes in determining the performance, potential impact and inform future project design.
• Carry out the exercise of process documentation for selected projects to track the performance of the project and capture critical learning.  
• Maintain strategic contracts with different donors, support programs in ensuring donor compliances and donor communication. 
• Networking with likeminded INGOs, academia, private sector, Government on issues of common interest for consortium building.
• Represent Practical Action internally and externally (particularly to donors) on strategic matters as relevant
• Support to strategic large projects as advisor, conduct studies for critical evidences.

EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Master degree in Economics /Business Administration/ Development studies or any other related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in business development, market assessment, proposal writing, fund mobilization for national or international development organizations
• Track record of understanding development work around urban development, WASH, agriculture, energy and Disaster risk reduction and humanitarian response
• A person well organized, attentive to details, and use concise, persuasive writing
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and to set priorities
• Excellent English writing, analytical and communication skills
• Excellent ability to work with a virtual cross-functional team
• Willing and able to travel independently outside Dhaka

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES
Our people are expected to demonstrate the following behaviours:

TEAM STRUCTURE

DURATION OF CONTRACT: Initially for 02 years, renewable upon satisfactory performance and availability of fund.

SALARY & BENEFITS: Monthly Gross BDT 55,000 – 70,000 and other benefits i.e. Festival Bonus, Gratuity, PF, Insurance coverage as per organisation policy.

HOW TO APPLY

Please apply online through uploading your CV mentioning two referees by 04 May 2018.

Although Practical Action Bangladesh is an equal opportunity employer but women candidates are highly encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted candidates will be called for interview.