Practical Action Consulting Kathmandu, Nepal POSITION DESCRIPTION

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1 Practical Action Consulting Kathmandu, Nepal POSITION DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE Business Development Associate GRADE 4 REPORTS TO Practical Action Consulting Pvt. Ltd Managing Director / PAC Asia Regional Manager MATRIX MANAGEMENT - CONSULTING Practical Action Consulting Pvt. Ltd. PROJECT - BASE STATION Kathmandu, Nepal CONTRACT DURATION One year (renewed annually based on performance) PURPOSE OF THE JOB The Business Development Associate shall be responsible to assist PAC Asia in its business development, effective & efficient functioning and ensuring quality delivery of its assignments. KEY RESULT AREAS Donor and Client relations Scoping for opportunities, supporting in EOIs/Proposals preparations Ensuring quality standards of PAC products/reports PAC internal progress monitoring and documentations Facilitating knowledge products development PAC s commercial training Job Description BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE_PAC MAY

2 JOB RESPONSIBILITIES A. Donor and Client relations Facilitate meetings with key donors and clients proactively and join the meetings Send project completion certificate and PAC feedback forms to the respective Clients Maintain donor database for Asia region B. Scoping for opportunities, supporting in EOIs/Proposals preparations Regularly scope for opportunities relevant to PAC Circulate procurement alerts to the relevant colleagues Be in contact with PAC UK, PAC India, and PAC Bangladesh and share information / intelligence Support in the development of EOIs and Proposals C. Ensuring quality standards of PAC products/reports Ensure QA standards are fulfilled in the reports (i.e Inception Reports, Quarterly Reports, Final Reports) Identify and manage consultants to support in editing D. PAC internal progress monitoring and documentations Assist PAC Director in overall planning and management of PAC activities Prepare PAC periodic report and disseminate to international PAC offices Super user of PAC s SharePoint and website in co-ordination with PAC UK Regular updates of the SharePoint by organising consultation database, digital assets Prepare PAC Weekly Reports and disseminate to international PAC offices E. Facilitating knowledge products development Support in development of PAC knowledge products, marketing and publications F. PAC s commercial training Support in preparations, marketing and delivery Job Description BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE_PAC MAY

3 G. Others Support PAC Director in preparing PAC annual business plans and monitoring of KPIs Represent PAC Director, when delegated Others as required by the organisation MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelors Degree in related field with at least two years of work experience in similar capacity REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Strong interpersonal verbal and written communication skills Fluency in English and Nepali Analytical skills and the ability to think strategically in relation to fundraising Knowledge of international development scenarios and a good understanding of current donor trends and their implications on consulting organisations (desired) Work experience in fundraising and/or consulting organisations (desired) A good team worker and coordination at individual and institutional level Willingness to travel at field sites if required Job Description BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE_PAC MAY

4 CORE COMPETENCIES Self-motivation: Displays timeliness and accuracy in carrying out their role, by their personal energy and enthusiasm and willingness to learn to exceed expectations in their role. Drive for results: Demonstrate level of responsibility and accountability in meeting commitments and objectives. Illustrate by evidence of seeking better ways of doing things, looking to improve on status quo and willingness to deal with difficult situations that effect output of their role. Planning and organising: Ability to process requirements of role effectively. Is able to gather and use resources effectively. Is able to prioritise their and/or their teams workload appropriately and review and amend priorities and actions as and when required. Initiative: Ability to work independently, within a set context; to act on current or future problems or opportunities; to respond creatively and effectively to the unexpected. Displays a curious and questioning approach in their role and environment. Teamwork: Ability and inclination to work co-operatively with others. Will recognize the value of sharing ideas, knowledge and information with others and takes personal responsibility for doing so. Sensitivity on Gender Equality and Social Inclusion: Should have respectful beliefs regardless of their gender, age, sex, race, ethnic background, culture, different ability, nationality, religion and marital status. Is sensitive and adaptable to gender and social inclusion. Responds and behaves appropriately in different situations. Job Description BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE_PAC MAY

5 PRACTICAL VALUE BASED BEHAVIOURS People who are inspired and inspiring about our work people who are known for beating the odds and live the values of the organisation in everything they do. They are the bridge builders between people and process and thus are able to make human connection in stories and give colleagues a sense of pride across the Group. People who demonstrate dynamism in what they do people who are known for being a sector-wide role model for getting things done and making things happen radiating energy. People who are good at connecting and collaborating people who are known to be a great ambassador for Practical Action and is able to stretch boundaries, finding new opportunities to collaborate. They are great networkers at all levels. People who are always learning people who are known as an effective knowledge broker and organisational learner providing a source of expertise and assistance to others. People who demonstrate creativity in doing their job people who are known to exceed the confines of a brief and are conceptually creative. They are active challengers and comes up with solutions that re-write the rule book. People who are focused on getting the job done - people who are known to compartmentalise and deliver to high standard on all tasks and always appropriately makes decisions and are accountable for consequences. Signatures: Line Manager Employee Date: Date: Job Description BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE_PAC MAY