Why we are different…
Talent. Faith. Thrive.
When you join FH Association, you embrace God’s calling for your life and engage in work that combines your talents and faith. In the same way FH Association is committed to unlocking resilience and flourishing in communities around the globe, we are dedicated to creating a workplace where our team members can thrive and grow. We believe every imaginable problem has a solution and that our contributions make a difference. FH Association continues to re-imagine impactful solutions to respond to the devastation of poverty globally. FH Association serves millions of the world’s most vulnerable people, helping them overcome poverty and injustice by collaborating with country offices to build resources, capacity, and resilience. FH Association turns Adversity into Impact. FH Association has harnessed the power of faith for more than 50 years. Our Heartbeat Christian values permeate throughout the organization.
A successful candidate will have the following:
FH Association is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager who under the overall guidance and supervision of the Country Director will be part of the Business Development team. The BDM will be responsible for overall leadership in developing and executing strategies for grant acquisition goals in line with FH Association Uganda’s (FHU) vision and purpose. Will also promote organizational growth and portfolio diversification and contribute to strategy development, donor cultivation, relations whilst positioning FHU as a partner of choice in both development and humanitarian assistance in Uganda
- The Business Development Manager should have At least 6 years’ experience in a similar role or senior management role with similar responsibilities. Candidates should articulate their achievements or contributions.
- Current knowledge of the strategic priorities and programs of Government as well as that of development partners.
- Hands on experience with logic models in development programs (theories of change, logical frameworks, results frameworks).
- Analytical skills, with practical experience in data-based decision-making. The ability to understand and use analytical models and indicators is essential e.g., root-cause/problem tree analyses, cost-benefit analysis, risk analysis, chances for success, etc.
- Should have accomplished technical writing and editing skills.
- The ideal candidate should be ICT savvy. Skills in online collaboration and development of products using MS Office (notably PowerPoint, word and excel) are essential.
- Experience in networking, representation, and strategic relationships management
Conceptual abilities, strategic thinking, and analytical writing skills.
- Experience in successful USAID grant is an added advantage
Post Graduate training e.g., master’s degree in business management, Economics, Public Administration, Political Science, Social Sciences, etc.) from a recognized university.
Technical training in any of the fields related to FH program priorities (Asset Creation, Productive learning, Physical and Mental Wellbeing) is an added advantage.
Leadership and interpersonal skills and proven experience influencing others without necessarily directly managing them.
