International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) · 1 month ago
Talent Roster - Technical Design Consultant – Proposal Design
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
15+ years expInternational Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC) is a public international organization focused on food security and poverty alleviation through sustainable agricultural solutions. They are seeking experienced Technical Design Consultants to support proposal development and technical design efforts across their global portfolio.
AgricultureFood and BeverageNon Profit
Responsibilities
Provide high-level strategic and technical guidance during proposal design and development
Lead or contribute to the development of concept notes and proposals, ensuring technical accuracy, innovation, and alignment with IFDC’s strategic objectives
Participate in concept development meetings to guide strategic direction, activity planning, and staffing design under the direction of proposal leads or country directors
Ensure technical coherence and consistency across proposals, incorporating lessons learned, research findings, and insights from IFDC’s ongoing programs and partnerships
Support internal and partner-led technical reviews, revising and adapting proposal drafts to reflect feedback and strengthen overall quality
Provide input on evidence-based approaches, measurement strategies, and results frameworks
Contribute to knowledge sharing within IFDC by documenting best practices, tools, and methodologies related to proposal design
Qualification
Required
Advanced degree (Master's or PhD preferred) in agriculture, international development, economics, environmental studies, or a related field
At least 15 years of professional experience in relevant technical areas, including work in developing or emerging economies, with at least 5 years of leadership experience
Demonstrated expertise in inclusive agriculture, climate-smart agriculture, food security, agribusiness development, or related sectors
Proven experience leading the technical design and formulation of complex, multi-country programs, preferably in Africa
Strong understanding of program design, strategic planning, and MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning)
Experience supporting organizational growth initiatives, including positioning for new funders or entering new geographies
Demonstrated success in business development, including technical reviews, proposal writing, and evidence-based design
Excellent analytical, organizational, and facilitation skills, with the ability to translate data and insights into actionable recommendations
Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to work independently under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in English required; fluency in French is an asset
Company
International Fertilizer Development Center (IFDC)
IFDC is an independent non-profit organization that combines innovative research, market systems development, and strategic partnerships to identify and scale sustainable soil solutions for improved food security and livelihoods around the world.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Henk van Duijn 万代英
President and CEO
Scott Angle
President and CEO
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