Business Development Specialist – Technical Proposal Writer

Position: Technical Proposal Writer - Business Development Specialist
Opportunity Type: Contract
Qualification: Junior to Mid-Level
Location: Remote (Worldwide)
Language: English
Sectors: Environment, Energy, Climate Change, Blue Economy, Nature-Based Solutions, AI-Powered Data Analytics, Technology Innovation
Deadline: December 15, 202
Application email: hr@epsiloninnovation.com

ABOUT US
Epsilon Innovation Group is an R&D-based consulting firm specializing in renewable energy, climate change, environment, blue economy, nature-based solutions, policy, and risk analysis. Epsilon has a comprehensive multi-disciplinary consulting outfit with highly experienced professionals serving clients worldwide in Africa, Latin America, Eastern Europe and Central Asia, the Pacific, and the United States of America. Our clients include multilateral organizations (the World Bank, UNDP, UNIDO, AfDB, ADB, EU, USAID, etc.) and their implementing partners, government institutions, and the private sector.

We always seek to diversify and expand our funding portfolio to bring quality programs to the people we serve. We analyze our service focal area trends to ensure that EIG remains agile, innovative, and responsive to global low-carbon development, climate change, and environmental needs, especially in
developing countries.

We’re looking for a business development expert who will lead proposal development and day-to-day project management operations. We need you for at least six months for 40 hours/week with the option to extend the contract.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

The core responsibilities of the business development specialist include,

• Plan and develop an annual proposal development strategy for Epsilon Innovation Group’s
• Prepare technical proposals in response to requests for proposals (RFPs) and Expressions of Interest (EOI) from over forty donors, multilateral organizations, and governments, ensuring compliance with donor guidelines, requirements, and formatting standards.
• Identify potential consultants and partners in respective areas of expertise to participate in the proposal submission, as needed.
• Collaborate closely with subject matter experts, partners, and other team members to gather information, identify key technical requirements, and develop comprehensive proposal content.
• Conduct thorough research and analysis to understand the project context, objectives, and technical.
• Write and edit proposal sections, including executive summaries, technical approaches, methodologies, work plans, results frameworks, gender inclusion, staffing plans, management plans, institutional capacity, and other relevant sections, ensuring clarity, coherence, and alignment with project requirements.
• Ensure the integration of technical inputs from various team members into a cohesive and wellstructured proposal.
• Review and revise proposal drafts, incorporating feedback and suggestions from internal and external stakeholders, to enhance the quality and competitiveness of the final proposal.
• Coordinate and facilitate proposal review meetings, providing guidance and support to team members in refining their contributions.
• Develop and maintain a repository of standard proposal content, templates, and best practices that conform to donors, multi-lateral organizations such as USAID, and other major donor guidelines and industry standards.
• Stay updated on major donor regulations, policies, and trends related to proposal development, and share relevant information and insights with the proposal team.
• Create project management schedules, meeting agendas, and meeting notes, ensuring all necessary documentation is organized and easily accessible.
• Perform other roles in proposal development as assigned, including writing sections, reviewing budgets, performing research, and other contributions.
• Assist Epsilon Innovation Group in developing new alliances with partners and stakeholders.

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies:
• 5+ years of professional work experience in multilateral organizations’ RPF responses
• 3+ years of proven experience as a technical writer, preferably in the international development sector, with a strong focus on USAID, WB, EBRD, UN, and other major donors (proposal development.
• In-depth knowledge of multi-lateral organizations' guidelines, regulations, and best practices related to proposal development.
• Demonstrated track record of leading and writing successful proposals, resulting in project awards.
• Extensive experience writing winning competitive proposals for various bilateral and multilateral donors across technical areas, including climate change, energy, environment, resiliency, poverty eradication, gender inclusion, agriculture, water, and food security.
• Knowledge of business development standards, terminology, and best practices, such as win themes and discriminators.
• Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills, with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with cross-functional teams, including subject matter experts, project managers, and technical specialists (internal and external).
• Strong project management skills, including planning, organizing, and prioritizing tasks effectively.
• Adeptness at coordinating with cross-functional teams and managing the proposal development process.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in using Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, presenting complex concepts effectively and building relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to travel approximately 20% internationally for new business capture trips and other
opportunities.
• Authorization to work in the United States: Epsilon Innovation Group can not provide sponsorship.
• Commitment to Epsilon Innovation Group’s vision of excellence and values, principles, and values

Preferred Qualifications:
• Demonstrated experience in international development is highly preferred.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive relationships with colleagues, donors, consultants, and technical experts across target countries in Epsilon Innovation Group core services
• Possess exceptional writing skills, including a strong command of grammar, vocabulary, and style with the ability to convey complex technical information clearly, concisely, and coherently.
• Ability to find, gather, and synthesize information from diverse sources into cohesive and accurate content.
• Effective collaboration and strong communication skills to work effectively with subject matter experts, project managers, and other team members to gather information and ensure the accuracy and completeness of proposal content.
• Familiarity with key funding agencies (USAID, UN, EU, etc.).
• Strong analytical skills to understand complex technical concepts and break them down into easily understandable content. This must include identifying key objectives, requirements, and deliverables and translating them into a compelling proposal.
• Strong leadership qualities to effectively facilitate, manage, and guide the organization’s efforts and ensure the delivery of high-quality proposals and concepts.
• A commitment to international development and an interest in a long-term career at Epsilon Innovation Group

Supervisory Requirements: None

Compensation & Benefits:

Compensation will be based on several factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, relevant education, experience, skills, seniority, performance, and business or organizational needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or status as a protected veteran. Epsilon Innovation Group and its employees are committed to confronting discrimination in all forms, nurturing respect for our interpersonal relationships, and holding ourselves accountable for positive change within the company and in the communities, cultures, and countries in which we live and work.

Epsilon Innovation Group is committed to attracting and retaining the best employees from all races, ethnicities, and backgrounds in our continued effort to become a better development partner.

Epsilon Innovation Group upholds the highest ethical standards. We are committed to the prevention of sexual exploitation, abuse, and harassment, as well as other ethical breaches. All our positions are, therefore, subject to stringent vetting and reference checks.

Epsilon Innovation Group requires COVID-19 vaccinations, subject to the accommodation required by law.

We are happy to receive applications on a rolling basis, and please send your application to hr@epsiloninnovation.com