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Head of Business Development

LocationUnited Republic of Tanzania
LevelSenior
Posted1mo ago
Development & Fundraising

Quick answer

Plan International Tanzania is hiring a senior Head of Business Development (Tanzania-based) to lead resource mobilisation and secure funding from various sources.

Role
Head of Business Development
Organization
Plan International
Location
United Republic of Tanzania
Level
Senior
Category
Development & Fundraising

The role

Plan International Tanzania is seeking a Head of Business Development to lead their resource mobilisation strategy, strengthen strategic partnerships, and drive sustainable income growth.

What you'll do

  • Develop and implement a forward-looking resource mobilisation strategy aligned with organisational priorities
  • Drive funding diversification across institutional donors, multilateral agencies, foundations, philanthropies, private sector partners and innovative finance mechanisms
  • Lead donor intelligence, market analysis and opportunity identification
  • Build and manage a strong funding pipeline and forecasting system
  • Provide strategic advice to the Country Leadership Team on funding opportunities, risks and investment decisions

What it takes

  • Significant experience leading resource mobilisation or business development
  • Proven success securing large scale funding from institutional donors, multilateral agencies, foundations and private sector partners
  • Strong experience leading complex proposal development and competitive bidding processes
  • Demonstrated ability to build strategic partnerships and influence senior stakeholders
  • Strong understanding of donor trends, localisation agendas, climate financing and evolving development funding mechanisms
  • Experience managing complex portfolios, leading teams and working effectively within matrix organisational structures

What you'll bring

Significant experience leading resource mobilisation or business developmentProven success securing large scale funding from institutional donorsmultilateral agenciesfoundations and private sector partnersStrong experience leading complex proposal development and competitive bidding processesDemonstrated ability to build strategic partnerships and influence senior stakeholders

Frequently asked questions

Where is the job located?

The job is located in the United Republic of Tanzania.

What is the compensation?

The compensation is not specified in the job posting.

How do I apply?

To apply, please visit the Plan International website at https://jobs.plan-international.org/job-invite/54929/.

Is the job remote?

The job location is not specified as remote or in-office.

What are the key qualifications?

Key qualifications include significant experience in resource mobilisation, proven success in securing large scale funding, and strong experience in complex proposal development and strategic partnerships.

How to apply

Apply directly on Plan International's site. We link straight through — no resume parsing, no profile to fill out.

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