Strategy

Description:

As a part of CARE’s Institutional Funding and Strategy team, the Strategy, Partnerships, and Engagement Senior Advisor serves as the team’s in-house USG expert, leading and advising as well as managing and tracking CARE’s USG positioning efforts within their assigned technical sectors. This critical role lays the foundation for growth of CARE’s USG portfolio by working with CARE technical and country staff to develop and manage strategic donor relationships, engage effectively as thought partners, increase visibility for the purpose of positioning CARE as a preferred partner, and identify, prioritize, and effectively position for both short and long-term funding opportunities.

Responsibilities:

• Intel gathering, analysis and strategic planning
• Strategic engagement, marketing and outreach
• Lead and manage priority initiatives to operationalize strategic plans
• Pipeline development

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Social Sciences, International Development or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience
• No less than 8-10 years relevant experience working for the U.S. Government and/or working for non-profit and for-profit organizations in a position focused on the U.S. Government
• Significant experience working with U.S. Government with relevant and demonstrable connections with staff in USAID or other relevant parts of the U.S. Government
• Intimate knowledge of USAID including structure, priorities, processes, etc.
• Experience in international development;
• Strong analytical skills with ability to interpret data and make actionable recommendations
• Proven experience in strategic planning and/or project/initiative management
• Skilled writer and communicator with experience developing communication materials for either senior executives or external audiences