SUMMARY

The Project Development Officer (PDO) will be responsible for collaboratively designing and developing project concepts to address project partner's priorities and satisfy funder requirements, researching, configuring, analyzing information; writing concept notes and project proposals, support the in-country teams in relationship building with potential implementing partners, and leading the program development management system. The incumbent will work very closely with all departments and functions across the organization to identify and execute program growth and expansion opportunities in support of strategic Catalyste+ objectives.

This is a highly technical position and will play a critical role in identifying opportunities to innovate in program delivery while ensuring funder compliance in the development of project designs and proposals. The PDO will support reporting structures within the Monitoring and Evaluations team, and will serve as a driver and contributor within and across the Communications and Engagement team and in all Programs. An incredibly matrixed and collaborative role, the PDO must be a strong communicator in all aspects with the ability to forge strong, productive relationships across stakeholder groups.

The successful candidate may be based in Ontario, Quebec, British Columbia, or the Northwest Territories. Candidates located within the GTA will have a hybrid work arrangement, requiring in-office presence two days per week.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Research, develop and write proposals

Identifies and monitors program and donor compliance requirements, e.g. in calls for proposals and new opportunities for program innovation, expansion and growth.
Participates in the development of project designs and writes concept notes and proposals for collaboration and/or partnership with donors and other institutions: plans, researches, develops and writes.
Collaborates with other departments to develop feasible concepts to promote sustainable economic development and women's empowerment, in line with donor policies and priorities.
Prepare project summaries, presentations and briefing notes in response to current and ad hoc needs of donors and senior management.
Maintains quality results by using existing templates or developing new formats as appropriate; following proposal-writing standards including readability, consistency, and tone; maintaining funder compliance support databases
Support the in-country teams in consultations and validation of project design and proposals.
Keeps the program development management system up to date, including the mapping of donors and funding opportunities.

Communications and Engagement

Provides support to the team by providing strong research support across communications, marketing, engagement, recruitment, fundraising and corporate profile development functions
Maintains and applies strong knowledge of international and economic development market, donor trends and relevant grant-making rules and regulations
Identifies opportunities to build on engagement of stakeholder and funder groups
Plays a role in the identification, development and analysis of new and existing opportunities to augment or enhance related departmental activities; provides appropriate recommendations and strategies
Plays a lead role in the development of white-papers and position papers, including planning, research, and writing of documents
Supports the development, collection and analysis of departmental metrics and evaluation; acts as a key team member in cross-departmental communication projects and feedback loop
Other tasks, as appropriate and to be determined

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED

University degree in international development or Indigenous studies, sociology, political studies, communications, journalism, marketing or related discipline required
Three to five years of experience in a proposal or research, writing, communications, stakeholder's engagement, or related role in international development settings
Demonstrated experience developing proposals and/or grants or other related role
Excellent research skills and the essential ability to write persuasively and clearly
Strong project management skills and proven ability to manage diverse projects and shifting priorities within tight timelines
Demonstrated exposure to and experience with process Improvement and information coordination.
Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and verbal communication skills. Ability to forge strong, collaborative relationships across disparate groups of stakeholders.
Detail-oriented, organizational skills, demonstrated tendency to problem-solve and take initiative
Experience with producing reports on and evaluating the effectiveness of programs using relevant forms of analysis
Knowledge of the international development, indigenous affairs, government, not-for-profit and/or NGO sectors is a strong asset
French and English language skills are a requirement; strong preference for advanced-Ievel/bilingual abilities (both official languages)
Exceptional proficiency with computer systems, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation software, web content management systems, CRMs, Internet, and Email and others as appropriate

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