Plan International Ireland
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Business Development Officer
Location:
Dublin, Co. Dublin
Description:
Job Details Title: Business Development Officer (Dublin-based) Grade: 2 Reports to: Team Lead Business Development Direct Reports: None Department: Programmes Department Starting date: As soon as possible - one year contract Purpose of rolePlan International is an independent development and humanitarian organisation that advances children’s rights and equality for girls. Working together with children, young people, our supporters, and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. We enable children to prepare for – and respond to – crises and adversity. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge. We have been building powerful partnerships for children for over 85 years and are now active in more than 80 countries. Established in 2003, Plan International Ireland influences and supports Plan International’s work worldwide. Plan International Ireland has been certified as one of Ireland’s Best Workplaces each year since 2020. Key Duties and ActivitiesThe primary purpose of this role is to support Plan International’s programmes with a particular focus programming from ECHO/EU donors.Business Development supportProvide continuous support to the Business Development Team to ensure quality preparation of donor proposals in a timely and effective manner. Identify grant opportunities in close coordination with Business Development and Programmes Implementation units.Liaising with the Plan International Ireland compliance team on budget development and donor compliance.Maintain programme records and associated files including project proposals, budgets, LogFrames and contract documents.Support the ECHO HIP, EU and the Irish Aid proposals, as well as ongoing multi-lateral portfolio building.Work on specific sections of donor proposals as requested by the BD team lead and BDO. OtherContribute actively to Plan International Ireland’s Programme Implementation Teams, sharing ideas and experience to ensure the implementation of our programme strategy and to build programme quality.Competencies RequiredEducation Third Level qualification in a related field.Skills and abilitiesProject ManagementKnowledge and experience of programme cycle management, Results Based Management, and Rights Based Approach, the implementation of CHS and other humanitarian standards, such as SPHERE.Ability to plan well and deliver on objectives in a timely way, particularly in relation to meeting donor deadlines.Ability to seek out, develop, and successfully implement new ideas, or adopt proven approaches that support the delivery of quality programmes.Compliance and FinanceAbility to work with a portfolio of donors, donor compliance skills, including strong financial understanding.Knowledge of compliance requirements in relation to international development operations.Ability to work closely with finance and compliance teams.Communications and Networking SkillsStrong written and verbal communication skills, and ability to adapt messages to meet diverse audiences.French language competency is highly desirable.Ability to engage with others inside and outside the organisation to promote our child rights agenda, and profile the work of Plan International Ireland.Level of experience requiredYou will have experience of supporting humanitarian and development programmes at head office level and will be familiar with donor proposal development and compliance requirements particularly for EU and UN agencies. You will have experience of all stages of grant management from proposal writing through implementation to final reporting.CompetenciesCommunicating with all stakeholders: be able to communicate our vision using clear and concise messaging. Be able to recognise the needs of others and actively support, coach, and provide supportive feedback.Working effectively and efficiently: always ensure that impact is the core feature of our work and maintain continuous improvement in everything we do. Influence change within your team and the wider organisation.Salary and benefits Work for a certified “Great Place to Work” organisationPlan International Ireland operates a salary scale, as well as a broad range of employee benefits.Plan International Ireland operates a salary scale, as well as a broad range of employee benefits.This role is graded as a Level 2 within our salary scale, with an expected range of between €29,750 and €40,314. Placement on the scale will be dependent on level of experience and fit within the role.In addition to salary, Plan International Ireland provides several employee benefits, some of which include:Private Health Insurance for all employees (from commencement date)Matching company pension contributions up to 5% (once probation is complete)Flexible working hours (core hours of 10am to 4pm daily, minimum of 37 hours per week)Commitment to training and development. 25 days annual leave, increasing with length of service up to 30 days. SafeguardingPlan International is committed to safeguarding people within our programmes from exploitation and abuse and has specific policies on this commitment (including a Code of Conduct) which outlines the expected behaviour and the responsibility of all staff, consultants, and other organisational representatives.Any candidate offered a job with us will be expected to sign our Safeguarding Policies and Code of Conduct as an appendix to their contract of employment and agree to conduct themselves in accordance with the provisions of these documents. Specific roles may require police/Garda vetting.Location & work permit The Programme Team Lead role will be based in Dublin. Applicants must have a valid work permit at the time of applying to enable them to work in Ireland.To apply for the role, please submit your CV and cover letter via our website to Careers at Plan International Ireland by Sunday, 30th June 2024. Plan regrets that only short-listed candidates will be contacted in response to applications.
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