Business Development Senior Officer (d/f/m) (ECHO)

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. In 2016, IRC Germany was founded and engages in global humanitarian work as well as throughout Germany in the areas of education, economic wellbeing, and safety, legal protection, and empowerment.

The Crisis Response, Recovery and Development (CRRD) Department runs the IRC’s humanitarian, recovery, and development programs in five regions: West & Central Africa, East Africa, Middle East and North Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Within CRRD, the Award Management Unit (AMU)’s Grants Operations & Analytics Team (GOAT) supports pre- and post-award work for projects managed by Technical Excellence, Global Supply Chain and Airbel.  

The Business Development Senior Officer (ECHO), will be responsible for leading a portfolio of business development opportunities, ensuring that all proposals are compelling and submitted in accordance with IRC and Donor policies.

·       Experience preparing or submitting proposals to ECHO

·       5+ years of progressive work experience connected to business development and working in or closely with Technical teams

·       Highly collaborative and pro-active colleague with a talent for delivering results with cross-functional groups

·       Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with organizational information and financial systems

·       Excellent written and verbal communication skills in a multi-cultural environment

·       University degree in Business Administration, Finance, International Development or a relevant field, or equivalent work experience

·       You have English language skills at C1 and German B1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CERF)

·       Experience working with IRC systems is a plus

·       Dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion, and a strong passion for our mission

·       Comfortable adapting to new challenges and dynamic priorities, while maintaining professional grace

·       Fluency in French, Spanish or Arabic language a plus

All IRC workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. On this basis, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.

You can find more information about IRC Germany at IRCDeutschland.org.

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Professional Standards: All International Rescue Committee workers must adhere to the core values and principles outlined in IRC Way - Standards for Professional Conduct. Our Standards are Integrity, Service, Equality and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Safeguarding, Conflicts of Interest, Fiscal Integrity, and Reporting Wrongdoing and Protection from Retaliation. IRC is committed to take all necessary preventive measures and create an environment where people feel safe, and to take all necessary actions and corrective measures when harm occurs. IRC builds teams of professionals who promote critical reflection, power sharing, debate, and objectivity to deliver the best possible services to our clients.

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