Budget Development Officer

We are currently looking for a: 

Budget Development Officer
Fulltime The Hague Netherlands

SNVs Global Partnerships & Business Development team 23 team members) enables SNV to deliver on its mission by mobilizing sustainable funding from diverse sources building strategic partnerships and continually identifying new opportunities for impactful and transformative development.

The Global Partnerships & BD team includes a Budget team 5 team members) responsible for the development of financial project proposals that are costrecovery and competitive. We have an order intake of around 200 million per year with a diversified donor and geographical base.

SNV is seeking an experienced entrepreneurial Budget Development Officer (costing/pricing specialist) to join the Global Partnerships & Business Development team. The team is dedicated to supporting our Global Expertise teams which include Sectors AgriFood Energy and Water and Themes (e.g. Climate and GESI) as well as our 20 Country teams in achieving SNVs business development targets outlined in the SNVs 2030 Strategy.

We are looking for a passionate and proactive colleague who will thrive in a fast paced competitive environment bringing both expertise and drive to success.

Key responsibilities

• Lead budget financial proposal) development for priority bids working closely with proposal team members and country staff guiding/assessing work planning cost estimates and developing successful pricing strategies
• Review donor requirements (fee/cost based eligible/ineligible costs direct/indirect costs) and advise sector/country/proposal teams on key requirements to consider for bid decisions especially on financial risks
• Support negotiation and contracting advise and closely support proposal teams during the negotiation and contracting process to ensure successful results
• Innovative financing approaches explore and propose new approaches to respond to innovative donor financing mechanisms
• Budget review review proposal budgets to ensure they effectively meet donor requirements as well as SNVs internal cost recovery policy
• Capacity building develop budgeting tools trainings templates and guidelines on key donors
• Budget advise assist Project Managers and Contract Administrators in interpreting and planning approved project budgets including donor specific terms and conditions

Qualifications :

To be considered you should bring:

• A University degree such as BSc or MBA in finance business administration business economics accounting or a similar field.
• At least 3 years of work experience in developing and analysing budgets and financial proposals (service contracts and/or grants) in the international development sector (preferably with some of the following Donors: DGIS/EKN EU FCDO USAID SDC SIDA GIZ ENDEV DFAT).
• Experience in business development is highly valued.
• Work experience in an international context or developing countries is a strong asset.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills. Fluency in French is a plus.
• An advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Highly developed organizational sensitivity effectively communicating in a multicultural context.
• A team player able to lead budget proposal development and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
• A resultoriented proactive independent work approach with a high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong conceptual thinking skills analysing problems systematically and investigating various components.
• The ability to quickly translate complex situations into core questions present scenarios and advise decision makers.
• A strong commercial approach assessing what it takes to win and presenting value for money.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines while flexibly adapting to shifting demands. 

Additional Information :

Working at SNV

SNV offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. We offer a stimulating work environment opportunities to lead and innovate and a commitment to growing your skills in a fulfilling and diverse working environment. Our team members benefit from and contribute to an internal global network of experts.

SNV strives to be an inclusive employer thriving on the diversity of its people and does not discriminate on the basis of disability status religion ethnic origin gender and sexual orientation etc.

Additionally we offer:

• Contract Type: Dutch employment contract Fulltime 40 hours per week)
• Contract Duration: 2year contract with potential for indefinite contract
• Expected Start Date: As soon as possible
• Duty Station: The Hague The Netherlands

How to apply
If you believe that your credentials meet the outlined profile we invite you to apply by uploading your CV and letter of motivation (in English) before or on 10 March 2025. All information will be processed in the strictest confidence. 

Reference & vetting check 
At SNV we conduct thorough background and reference checks for all candidates applying for internationally determined positions with a strong focus on safeguarding. You will be asked to provide contact details for two individuals who can serve as references. Please note we will only contact your referees with your explicit permission. 

As a participant in the InterAgency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme our reference checks also include a request to your previous employers to complete a Statement of Conduct questionnaire. This questionnaire addresses any instances of misconduct including sexual exploitation abuse or harassment in line with the Schemes definitions. 

 
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