World Vision Mali is recruiting for the following position (01)

Title: Senior Programs Officer

Location: Bamako

Type of contract: International

Reports to: Resource Development Director

Grade: 15

Job Description:

The Senior Program Officer will be in charge of Resource Acquisition contributes to the achievement of the goal and objectives of the Resource Development Directorate with particular emphasis on special projects and grants for World Vision (WV) Mali.

Major Responsibilities

• Identify institutional funders and funding opportunities and lead the process of developing concept notes and preparing project proposals for major funders (international governments, multilateral and bilateral donors, international foundations and development offices). support from WV Mali as needed
• Develop and improve donor relationships over time to improve chances of success and develop actions to increase and retain donors/sponsors to increase financial resources.
• Maintain ongoing and timely communication with the Support Offices
• Facilitate business plan development for grant acquisition with operations, strategy and DME, technical and emergency relief teams.
• Assist the Director in charge of Resource Development by representing WV Mali and in networking with the consortium of humanitarian organizations, multilateral and bilateral agencies and international NGOs, the consortium of NGOs, and local donor delegations and in forums.
• Foster collaborative relationships with internal and external partners, including communities, government, donors, UN agencies and NGOs.
• Promote the development of alliances and strategic relationships with other NGOs, UN agencies and other bilateral and multilateral agencies through reporting and information exchange and learning.
• Participate in internal and/or inter-agency evaluations, in working groups, workshops, etc.
• Share the Organization’s communications in a comprehensive manner, covering donor dimensions, press releases, advocacy, emergency and internal communication.
• Provide advice and technical assistance to the various units of the Organization for the development of communication initiatives and the production of materials for communication, with technical quality and strategic orientation.
• Maintain the profile of grants and private funds on Horizon and ensure the delivery and recovery of grants acquired with the Departments concerned.

Qualifications and requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in International Development, Humanitarian Affairs, Social Sciences, or other related field
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in developing projects and budgets
• At least 3 years of experience working with international NGOs
• Good knowledge of the main donors and their standards
• Good knowledge of program design, monitoring and evaluation practices
• Good knowledge in operations, emergency relief and advocacy

Preferred

• Good command of written and oral French
• Good command of written and oral English

How to apply: https://worldvision.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/WorldVisionInternational

*Deadline for applications: 05 August 2022

*Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.