Save the Children is an
international NGO and the world’s top independent charity for children
in need. Since 1919, we have been
fighting for children’s rights, saving their lives and providing hope
for brighter futures worldwide. Save the Children’s programs in
Indonesia is implemented by Yayasan Sayangi Tunas Cilik. We currently
work in eleven provinces, have staff of approximately
300 local professionals, and programming in Child Protection,
Education, Health and Nutrition, Disaster Risk Reduction, and
Humanitarian Response. We are currently seeking to fill the following
position:
GRANT WRITER
1 position, based in Jakarta
Code : GW-CO
ROLE PURPOSE:
As a member of the Program
Development and Quality team, Grant Writer is responsible for leading
the strategic development of high quality, evidenced based, and
innovative proposals in
line with the Country Strategy Plan, Emergency Preparedness Plan,
thematic strategies and Save the Children’s global Breakthroughs: Learn,
Survive, Be Protected. The post will also be in charge of ensuring
achievement global Key performance Indicator on quality
of reporting. The post will participate in work of cross-functional
groups as requested. In the event of a major humanitarian emergency, the
role holder will be expected to work outside the normal role profile
and be able to vary working hours accordingly.
The post holder will be a member of Extended Management Team.
Reports to: Director of Program Development and Quality
Staff directly reporting to this post:
None
KEY AREAS OF ACCOUNTABILITY:
Coordination of project design and proposal development
·
Ensure strong and effective
collaboration with Awards team in tracking pipeline and awards,
identifying strategic opportunities to strengthen the program portfolio
and monitoring and coordinating
program development efforts.
·
In line with the Country
Strategic Plan, Emergency Preparedness Plan and Thematic Program
strategies, lead new proposal development in collaboration with
Indonesia PDQ, PI (including humanitarian)
and Advocacy teams. Under leadership of PDQ Director, coordinate the
provision of technical assistance through PDQ team, member or external
resources.
·
Support development of
cross-team coordination mechanisms to ensure effective collaboration
across key programs (e.g. program operations and advocacy) and related
departments (e.g. awards,
local fundraising).
·
Ensure strong and effective
collaboration with the Awards team and technical advisors in providing
leadership, coordination and direct input and support to the proposal
development process.
·
In collaboration with PI and PDQ
Directors ensure inputs into personnel, management, institutional
capability and other related sections of the proposal.
·
Lead on the writing of the
project design and related narrative in line with the defined ways of
working and in collaboration with program operations and other
departments.
·
Edit and collate proposal pieces
and final text for clarity, consistency, and responsiveness to donor
requirements, ensuring one coherent voice. Ensure standards for concept
notes and proposals
are met and aligned with other key documents (budget, risk assessment
etc.) prior to submission to members and/or donors.
·
Balance the needs and requests
of Save the Children members, donors and external partners to ensure
quality results in project design and delivery.
Lead writer for program and technical content
·
In close collaboration with the
thematic advisors, lead and support the research, writing, editing,
formatting and proofreading of technical materials for proposals,
concept notes and reports.
·
Ensure strong and effective
collaboration with the fundraising and communications team in preparing
materials such as program brochures and case studies that effectively
summarize our thematic
programs, highlight program successes and advocate for our program
development needs.
·
In close collaboration with the
Awards team, review project reports and final text for clarity,
consistency and responsiveness to donor requirements.
Provide feedback and suggestion for improvement as appropriate, and in line with the members’ feedback.
Technical assistance and capacity building
·
Under leadership of PDQ
Director, coordinate the provision of technical support for programs
when there are no available in-country technical advisors.
·
In close collaboration with the
Awards team, initiate and coordinate capacity building and training
activities related to program development such as proposal development,
report writing,
project cycle management, donor compliance etc.
Other Support as agreed with line manager
·
Recruit and supervise
consultants, interns and volunteers who are able to support program
development activities such as proposal development, writing up case
studies and editing reports.
·
The post-holder may be required
to lend support to activities beyond the scope of this job description.
This will be discussed and mutually agreed with the line manager.
Updated CV and application letter should be sent to recruitment.indonesia@
Please fill the “subject” column of the e-mails in this format:
<GW-CO ><your name>
Closing date for application is up to 18 January
2016
(Only short-listed candidates will be notified)
Save the Children encourages
qualified candidates to apply regardless of religion, race, gender,
sexual orientation or disability
All recruitment practices and procedures reflect Save the Children’s commitment to protecting children from abuse
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