Vacancy Call for Expression of Interest at ICBA in the UK

Apply for the Vacancy Call for Expression of Interest at ICBA in the UK. ICBA aims to establish a roster of experienced proposal writing experts, who could be engaged on short-term/retainer contracts for the preparation of proposals or concept notes, either in response to donors’ calls for proposals/expressions of interest or on an ad-hoc basis.

Duties

• Write (or rewrite) proposals or concept notes for ICBA’s scientists and specialists.
• Additionally, participate, when necessary, in the planning of approaches and pitches through teleconference with relevant ICBA staff;
• Also, ensure that the way in which ICBA’s proposed projects address donors’ strategic objectives is clearly explained in the proposals/concept notes;
• Likewise, research the contexts in which the projects proposed by ICBA will be implemented and reflect relevant information in the proposals/concept notes in a manner that provides prospective donors with a strong justification for funding ICBA’s proposed projects;
• Furthermore, develop or revise the theories of change, the results frameworks and, if requested, the budgets of the proposed projects

Qualifications

• Advanced university degree (Masters or equivalent), preferably in development studies, communication, or another relevant field. A bachelor’s degree with a relevant combination of professional training, certification, and experience may be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree;
• Also, a minimum of 5 years of experience in proposal writing, preferably related to international agricultural research and development. Proven ability to draft/edit texts, articulating ideas in a clear and concise style, and develop theories of change, results in frameworks and budgets for projects;
• Also, previous experience with research institutions, United Nations agencies, NGOs or funding agencies in project development, appraisal and/or implementation would be an advantage
• Likewise, full professional proficiency in English; a similar proficiency in Arabic would be an advantage;
• Also, proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office and the ability to produce professional Word and Excel documents;
• Pass ICBA’s selection/screening.

Competencies

• In-depth knowledge of the international agricultural research and development arena, with a focus on food/nutrition security, water security, livelihoods and/or resilience to climate change;
• Also, the ability to research, analyze and synthesize information related to complex development issues;
• Likewise, familiarity with the requirements of key development donors;
• Similarly, team player with the skills to coordinate proposal development exercises;
• Also, self-motivated and detail-oriented with the ability to work under pressure.

Application

Qualified candidates must submit the following to the HR Section: ( [email protected]):

• Updated curriculum vitae
• Similarly, samples of original writing
• Also, the proposed daily rate and minimum notice period before commencement of an assignment
• Similarly, three references

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