Associate Officer -Science Engagement and Resource Mobilization at Bioversity International

Key duties & responsibilities

• Collaborate closely with Principal Investigators and Research Area Directors to identify and capitalize on funding opportunities.
• Provide strategic and procedural guidance throughout the proposal development process, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and compliance with internal protocols.
• Facilitate the coordination of cross-functional teams, including Finance, Legal, and Program Delivery, to streamline proposal submissions and maximize funding success.
• Synthesize learnings from proposal outcomes to continually refine and improve fundraising strategies and practices

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in agricultural, environmental, or biological sciences, international development, business administration, science communications, or related fields.
• At least 5 years of experience in resource mobilization and research proposal development within international settings, with a successful track record of managing complex, multi-million-dollar proposals.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills; adept at navigating multi-disciplinary and multicultural settings; ability to work autonomously and effectively under tight deadlines.
• Contribute to high-impact projects that are critical to global sustainability and wellbeing.