Senior Business Development Officer (Sbdo)

Position Summary: The Senior Business Development Officer (SBDO) coordinates specific proposals and leads other tasks as assigned by RMF General Director (GD). S/he will contribute to support development of RMF local and regional-level business strategies. Duties & Responsibilities Identify new sources of funding and opportunity; monitor and share information from outside sources. Participate in meetings/workshops/conferences/etc. with potential donors, local government agencies and other stakeholders for RMF business development purposes; Work with RMF head of departments, and other staff to conceptualize and design proposals for new project activities and/or amendments to current projects. Lead or support proposals’ development, writing and submissions; Build a network of professional business contacts within the industry; negotiate partnership arrangements and budgets; coordinate teaming agreements, memoranda of understanding, and other institutional agreements with partners Facilitate networking with stakeholders; Oversee proper and/or sometimes managing RMF projects’ implementation and providing support in required technical and administrative reports, as assigned by GD. Ensure proper submission of reports to donors; Ensure that RMF activities receive adequate visibility, directly and through its partners, in line with the donors’ Branding and Marking requirements. Represent RMF GD in events, workshops, meetings, conferences, etc. as assigned by GD; Other related tasks, as needed.  Qualifications: Bachelor with at least 8 years of relevant experience (or equivalent) with preference for a graduate degree in a related field; Significant experience in local and international development; Possesses leadership skills Ability to sustain interpersonal and professional relationships with internal colleagues and contacts in donor and peer organizations Consistently works within internal process and procedures Strong interpersonal and team building skills Strong planning and time management skills Strong English and Arabic written and oral communication skills, including the ability to make a presentation, French is a plus. Ability to problem-solve difficult issues Ability to multitask with ease, adapting to frequently changing priorities Good negotiating and conflict resolution skills Strong understanding of budgets Ability to communicate effectively with others; demonstrated collaborative skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office