• Contribute to identifying new partnerships and funding opportunities for IFDC Malawi.
• Contribute to projects/programs proposal development and work closely with the Global NBD team, in-country team, and relevant consortium partners.
• Developing and deploying systems for tracking new business development opportunities as well as preparation and timely submission of quality proposals; tracking, analyzing, and reporting on the proposal process/success.
• Play a key role in concept notes development, talking points for meetings, taking minutes and action points, etc.
• Contribute to technical discussions and report writing.
• Drafting sections of proposals and business development marketing materials: management plans, corporate capability statements

Requirements

• University degree, preferably in Business Administration, Communication, Development Studies, Project Management, Food Security, Sustainability Studies, Proposal Writing, and related programs.
• At least 5 years of business development, business communication and or fundraising writing funded proposals, previous experience working in an international NGO or any relevant experience in donor-funded projects such as USAID Experience in writing funded proposals, previous experience working in an international NGO or any relevant experience in donor-funded projects such as USAID
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships and effectively influence key stakeholders.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of sales processes, including lead generation, qualification, and closing techniques.  Self-motivated and results-oriented mindset, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines