a Business Development Consultant

Date of Publication: July 10th Published By: World Council of Credit Unions, Inc.
Deadline to Submit Proposals: Submissions are due July 17th; no later than 5:00 pm EST Submit Proposals to: consult@woccu.
org Subject: WOCCU_ Business Development Consultant _2023 Background The World Council of Credit Unions (“WOCCU”) is the global trade association and development organization for the world’s credit unions and financial cooperatives.
WOCCU’s financial inclusion programs reach rural and remote areas through its unparalleled global footprint - a network of over 86,000 institutions owned by 375 million members in 118 countries.
Also under the World Council umbrella, is the Worldwide Foundation of Credit Unions, a 501- (c)(3) that raises private philanthropic donations among credit union supporters and individuals to advance education and learning across the global credit union movement and to provide seed capital for pilot projects with the potential to advance scalable solutions.
The World Council engages in advocacy, development and education to champion and grow credit unions and cooperative finance worldwide, under the belief that all people should have access to affordable, reliable, and sustainable financial services.
Location Remote Position Summary The Business Development Consultant will contribute to the dynamic and growing team of professionals to expand World Council’s work in financial services innovation, and to respond to business development opportunities pursued by WOCCU.
Potential Tasks Serve as the proposal manager on bids for institutional and private donors Contribute to business development capture efforts including conducting background research and adapting design methodologies to respond to the anticipated requirements of the bids Draft relevant technical proposal sections including technical approach, management, corporate capabilities, etc.
Coordinate and sync cost and technical proposal submissions Conduct research to identify potential business opportunities, technology partners, and funding sources including gathering country background and technical information required for project proposal preparation, concept papers, pitch decks and white papers Develop external-facing corporate capabilities statements and learning briefs Deliverables During the contractual period, WOCCU will request scopes of work that outline deliverables and level of effort (LOE).
Period of Performance The agreement will be eligible for up to 12 months, with the potential for renewal.
WOCCU will seek to issue contracts by August 1, 2023.
QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: Master’s degree in international affairs, economics, or related area of study, or equivalent combination of study and experience At least 5 years of experience working in international development firm and the proven track record in leading bids and proposal coordination for institutional donors including USAID, other multilateral, and private donors (e.
g.
foundations or family office) Familiarity with USAID rules & regulations, trends, and operations Familiarity with financial services industry, economic growth/financial inclusion, and familiarity with credit unions or financial cooperatives preferred Strong stakeholder management, interpersonal communication, collaboration and partnering skills Selection Criteria Selection will be made on a best-value basis.
The number of points assigned to each criterion represents its weight in the evaluation process.
Service rates are required as part of the submission.
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Requirements Weight At least 5 years of experience working in international development firm; familiarity with financial services/economy growth preferred 50 2.
Proven track record in leading bids and/or serving in a number of business development roles (proposal manager, proposal coordination, integrating writer, etc.
) for institutional donors including USAID, other multilateral, and private donors 50 Total 100 Language Skills: Fluency in English required.
Second language (Spanish, French, Portuguese) desired.
Excellent writing and editing skills, including the ability to communicate concepts and ideas effectively and proficient grammar and punctuation.
Computer Skills: Excellent Microsoft Office skills.
Publishing and design software experience is helpful.
COMPETENCIES: Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Initiative - Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; takes independent actions and calculated risks; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.
Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans resource allocation and needs; sets goals and objectives; organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; develops realistic action plans.
Interpersonal - Focuses on resolving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
Quality/Detail-oriented - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.
Serves as the final reviewer for reports and project deliverables.
Team Work - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of the job, the employee may occasionally be exposed to outdoor weather conditions extreme heat and/or cold and working in unusual places.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit (occasionally for extended periods of time).
The employee is frequently required to talk, hear, reach and stand; rarely required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
Vision requirements include close, distance and ability to adjust focus.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES: None.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None.
TRAVEL: None.
Must be authorized to work in the US.
This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and can be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities that management deems necessary.
Submission Requirements Qualified candidates must submit the following information per the instructions below.
Only complete applications will be considered: A resume and cover letter that detail candidates relevant work experience and qualifications.
If the applicant is a business entity, please submit a CV/resume of one qualified illustrative consultant.
Candidate’s cover letter must include: Address the responsibilities and qualifications within this posting Proposed daily and hourly rate in USD Submission must clearly outline at least three examples of business development relevant work Three professional references: name, phone(s), and email Date available to start assignments Should your application be selected for consideration, WOCCU will contact the references provided within the submission.
Applications missing references, will have the opportunity to provide references on a case-by-case basis.
Submission Instructions Application materials should be submitted via email with the subject line “WOCCU_ Business Development Consultant _2023” to consult@woccu.
org.
Bidders must include all relevant materials within their proposals.
Failure to do so may result in the disqualification of your proposal.
Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact jvo@woccu.
org.
Deadline to Submit Application: July 17th, 2023; 5:00 pm EST Disclaimer This bid solicitation in no way obligates the World Council of Credit Unions to award a contract, nor does it commit the World Council of Credit Unions to pay any costs incurred in the preparation and submission of the application.
World Council of Credit Unions reserves the right to vary any part of this bid solicitation at the time of award if it becomes necessary.
World Council of Credit Unions may cancel this solicitation or may reject any and all responses received.
The issuance of this solicitation does not constitute award commitment by the World Council of Credit Unions.