Institutional Finance Advisor – DG INTPA and DG NEAR (remote/part-time/full-time)

Location of the track: Prague, Brussels or remote
Type of contract: full-time or part-time, minimum 80% (in consultation)
Duration: Long-term cooperation (contract initially for 1 year)
Start date: Candidates will be contacted as soon as possible on an ongoing basis

We are an international non-governmental, non-profit organisation based on the ideals of humanism, freedom, equality and solidarity. We are the largest INGO in Central and Eastern Europe with 23 offices worldwide, over 2,500 employees and a budget of over 240 million euros. Our headquarters are in the Czech Republic, Prague.

We pride ourselves on our values-driven and friendly culture where you are empowered to influence decisions and turn your initiatives into action. We embrace proactivity, creativity and innovation.

We promote diversity, transparency and mutual respect and creating a positive learning environment.

Our 2023 employee satisfaction survey shows that 95% of our employees would highly recommend PIN as a great place to work and 97% are proud to tell others they work at PIN.

Do you want to work from home, have flexible working hours and be surrounded by an inspiring team in a supportive environment?

This position is intended for a motivated and goal-oriented professional with proven experience in DG INTPA and DG NEAR funding mechanisms, proposal development and donor engagement.

As the global point of contact for DG INTPA and DG NEAR, you will be responsible for expanding PIN’s global funding portfolio from these two institutions.

You will become a key member of the Institutional Fundraising Unit, part of the Knowledge and Learning Department, a dynamic team of technical advisors and specialists focused on high-quality programme development and implementation. You will gain unique exposure to a broad portfolio of PIN’s work in humanitarian assistance, early recovery and development.

Your main responsibilities:

DG INTPA and DG NEAR Donor Engagement and Intelligence (30%)

• Acting as a global point of contact for DG INTPA and DG NEAR
• Prepare PIN Global DG INTPA and DG NEAR engagement strategies, in line with PIN Global Fundraising Strategy, Country Programme Strategies and other PIN Strategies
• Facilitate the global positioning of PIN vis-à-vis DG INTPA and DG NEAR departments

Project design and proposal development (60%)

• Lead/write/review proposals for DG INTPA and DG NEAR upon request, and possibly other institutional donors such as DG ECHO, USAID, FCDO, SDC, GAC, GFFO, UN, CHFs, CZDA, etc. and private foundations
• Ensure that proposed projects meet donor requirements and PIN strategic priorities, coordinate with other PIN units, especially compliance
• Coordinate required technical input with other PIN units (particularly Knowledge and Learning Department)
• Lead and/or support partner negotiations, including collaboration and pre-bid agreements
• Provide long-term support to specific country programs

Strategic and capacity development support (10%)

• As a key member of the Institutional Fundraising Unit, you will actively participate in strategic team and department discussions and support the Unit Head and management with relevant analyses and research.
• Ensure capacity building of headquarters and field staff in proposal development and donor positioning

Your profile:

• Demonstrable track record of leading competitive proposal processes and securing funding from DG INTPA and DG NEAR
• Demonstrable knowledge of DG INTPA and DG NEAR strategies
• Experience working for international organizations or donor organizations
• Experience with commercial contracts is an advantage
• Excellent command of spoken and written English, other languages ​​are a plus (French, Spanish, Portuguese, Arabic, etc.)
• Ability to perform under pressure, manage multiple tasks and work independently and effectively in fast-paced, multi-cultural environments
• Strong critical thinking, problem solving, coaching and mentoring skills
• Excellent communication, writing, editing and proofreading skills, with an eye for the message, themes, aesthetics and content of proposals
• Strong networking, representation and negotiation skills

• Have the ability to coordinate different teams and participate in different team environments

Our offer:

• Remote and flexible working (part-time/full-time options available) with the possibility of short excursions
• Salary according to the PIN salary scale, depending on the cost of living at the specific residential location
• Work with inspiring people for the largest INGO in Central and Eastern Europe
• 25 days of annual leave, 3 sick days and 3 study leave days
• Personal and professional development – ​​including extensive capacity building programme – internal and external – induction training, internal e-learnings, onboarding of the Knowledge and Learning department, possible HEAT training, Humentum training (www.humentum.org), PuntoSud training (https://academy.puntosud.org/courses)
• Free medical helpdesk and psychological consultation available online;

How to apply:

Are you interested in this position? Please send us your CV and a short motivation letter in English via our application form. Please note that only selected candidates will be contacted. Interviews are conducted on a continuous basis and the vacancy will be closed when it is filled.

People in Need employees are expected to carry out their duties and responsibilities in accordance with the People in Need Code of Conduct and Key Policies (available at:https://www.peopleinneed.net/key-policies-4142gp).

People in Need is committed to preventing any form of undesirable behaviour in the workplace, including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct, and is committed to promoting the well-being of children and adults with whom People in Need encounters. People in Need expects all employees to carry out their duties and responsibilities in accordance with the People in Need Code of Conduct and key policies (available at: https://www.peopleinneed.net/key-policies-4142gp). People in Need staff will undertake appropriate training. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, including criminal records and terrorist financing checks. We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

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