1. Purpose 

1. Scope of the assignment 

1. Responsibilities and tasks 

• Strategic analysis and planning: 

• Capacity building and team formation: 

• Onboard with MHPSS Collaborative to understand its strategic vision, mission, projects and past fundraising activities. 
• Lead partner mapping and internal opportunities mapping workshops. 
• Source or conduct skills training sessions. 

• Conduct an in-depth funding landscape analysis to identify aligning opportunities. 
• Execute a detailed donor landscape analysis and SWOT assessment. 
• Aid in defining realistic fundraising goals. 
• Formulate a strategic fundraising plan based on the analysis, including the creation of a proposal calendar and donor engagement strategies. 

• Proposal development: 

• Collaboratively work with the MHPSS team to understand project specifics. 
• Craft tailored, compelling proposals for each potential donor, as well as generic proposals for future modification and use. 
• Provide feedback and reviews on proposal drafts to refine content and presentation. 

• Donor relations: 

• Initiate, establish, and nurture relationships with prospective donors. 
• Introduce Collaborative staff to new potential donors leveraging consultant’s network. 
• Promote the MHPSS Collaborative at relevant events, conferences, or meetings, showcasing the organization’s initiatives and seeking collaborative opportunities. 

• Performance metrics and reporting: 

• Assist in setting, tracking, and reviewing fundraising milestones. 
• Ensure transparent communication channels with MHPSS Collaborative leadership and designated business development team. 
• Track and report the success rate of proposals, feedback received, and funds secured. 
• Provide regular updates, including monthly progress reports, to the leadership, highlighting achievements, challenges, and recommendations. 

1. Key deliverables 

• Funding landscape report:  

• Comprehensive detailing of potential funding sources, opportunities, and timelines. 
• Integration of findings from the detailed donor landscape analysis and SWOT assessment. 

• Fundraising strategy:  

• A strategic blueprint highlighting targets, approaches, and timelines. 
• Incorporates elements such as the proposal calendar, donor engagement strategies, and defined fundraising goals derived from the strategic analysis and planning phase. 

• Proposal portfolio:  

• Tailored proposals per thematic priority for targeted donors. 
• Feedback and revisions incorporated based on the collaborative work with the MHPSS team and the reviews to ensure alignment with donor requirements. 

• Capacity strengthening:  

• Tools, templates, and tips collated for self-guided learning on fundraising and proposal writing. 
• Addition of sourced or conducted skills training sessions, enhancing the organization’s capabilities in business development and donor engagement. 

• Monthly performance reports:  

• Documented updates capturing progress, challenges, strategies, and recommendations. 
• Detailed insights into the tracking and success rates of proposals, feedback received, funds secured, and other relevant milestones. 

1. Professional skills and experience 

• A Master’s degree in Business Development, International Relations, or a related domain. 
• A minimum of six years of hands-on experience in business development and fundraising within the humanitarian and development sectors. 
• Proven track record of securing grants, especially from government agencies and foundations. 
• Exceptional English proposal writing, negotiation, and organizational skills. 
• Ability to work independently, make informed decisions, and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. 
• Previous experience or familiarity with MHPSS or related sectors is an advantage. 

1. Desirable personal qualities 

• A strategic thinker with an innovative approach to challenges. 
• Strong interpersonal and networking skills. 
• Commitment to the vision, mission and values of MHPSS Collaborative. 

1. Instructions for Bidding 

Deadline for submission: Wednesday midnight, 20 September 2023 

Process: Shortlisted candidates will then be invited to interview, in which bidders will be able to further elaborate on their proposal.  

For further information contact Marie Dahl, Director (mad@redbarnet.dk) 

Please note, this position is subject to funding being confirmed.   

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