BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANT

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANT [ADVOCACY AND CAMPAIGNS, ASIA REGIONAL PLATFORM]

JOB PURPOSE

Overall objective: To support the organization in advancing its strategic advocacy and campaign goals by identifying funding opportunities and shaping proposals.

Specific Objectives:

1. To lead the development of compelling and fundable 3-4 concept notes aligned with our regional priorities and at least 1-2 full funding proposal
2. To design and facilitate at least 2 joint team webinars to sharpen ideas and strengthen proposals as well as internal knowledge-sharing .
3. To identify and facilitate engagement with 1-2 key donors and funding partners.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES & EXPECTED RESULTS:

Concept Note Development:

• Work together with Advocacy and Campaigns team to develop at least three-four detailed concept notes, including at least one full regional multi-country project proposal that integrates two or more thematic streams.

Internal Knowledge Sharing and Co-Creation:

• Design and facilitate at least two internal online sessions aimed at sharpening proposal’s ideation and development.

Donor Engagement:

• Identify and connect with at least three relevant donors, facilitating strategic discussions between relevant Oxfam entities and donor focal persons to align funding interest with our programmatic priorities.

DELIVERABLES

• Developed at least three detailed concept notes, including at least one multi-country project proposal integrating two or more thematic streams
• Designed and facilitated at least two internal online sessions
• Identified and connected with at least three relevant donors

TRAVEL AND LOCATION OF WORK

• Remote

DURATION OF THE ASSIGNMENT

The intended start date will be 1st August until 31st October 2025

CONTRACT SUPERVISION

The consultant will work closely with and under day-to day supervision of Head of Regional Advocacy and Campaigns.

KEY ATTRIBUTES

• Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and gender issues, as well as the commitment to equal opportunities.
• Ability to demonstrate an openness and willingness to learn about the application of gender/gender mainstreaming, women’s rights, and diversity for all aspects of development work.
• Commitment to Oxfam’s safeguarding policies to ensure all people who come into contact with Oxfam are as safe as possible.

ORGANISATIONAL VALUES

• Accountability – Our purpose-driven, results-focused approach means we take responsibility for our actions and hold ourselves accountable. We believe that others should also be held accountable for their actions.
• Empowerment – Our approach means that everyone involved with Oxfam, from our staff and supporters to people living in poverty, should feel they can make change happen.
• Inclusiveness – We are open to everyone and embrace diversity. We believe everyone has a contribution to make, regardless of visible and invisible differences.