Business Development & Partnerships Assistant

Summary The Business Development & Partnerships Assistant plays a vital role in advancing FID's resource mobilization strategy by facilitating grant research, aiding in the creation of funding proposals, and managing relationships with key partners. This position is ideally designed for an emerging professional seeking to establish a career path within the non-profit sector, specifically focusing on fundraising, grants administration, and donor engagement. Responsibilities Conduct research to identify and monitor grant and funding prospects aligned with FID's organizational mission. Contribute to the composition of concept notes, formal proposals, and reports for donors. Manage and refresh the internal database tracking grants and the schedule of upcoming deadlines. Help assemble necessary due diligence materials required for grant submissions. Facilitate communication channels between the organization, donors, and consortium partners. Monitor adherence to compliance standards for ongoing grants and track reporting timelines. Assist in the planning of partnership meetings and the upkeep of partner contact information. Organize the storage and filing of grant contracts, correspondence, and associated records. Requirements Interest in pursuing a career within NGO fundraising, grants management, and donor relations. Capability to support early-stage professional development in resource mobilization. Proficiency in tracking funding opportunities and maintaining organized records. Skills in drafting clear and professional documents such as concept notes and reports. Ability to coordinate communication with external stakeholders and partners. Attention to detail regarding compliance tracking and deadline management. Competence in organizing meetings and maintaining contact databases.