Laterite is a data, research, and analytics firm specializing in complex development challenges. We work with universities, global think tanks, international NGOs, multilateral donor organizations, and government ministries and agencies. Laterite has offices in the Netherlands, Rwanda, Ethiopia, Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Sierra Leone and Peru. The team brings together more than 90 full-time local and international staff, as well as 2,000+ enumerators across all countries.
\nWe are looking for a hands-on\u00a0Business Development and Communications Manager\u00a0to coordinate the BDC team. The BDC team leads and supports Laterite\u2019s business development processes including scoping for new opportunities, proposal development and support for local outreach activities led by the different offices. The team is also responsible for developing and implementing Laterite\u2019s communications strategy, and for maintaining and updating the knowledge base.
\nWhat you will do:
\nLeadership & strategy:<\/p>\n
Lead on all BDC tasks and mentor the BDC Analysts & Associates, and coordinate day-to-day BDC activities
\nDevelop and implement business development and communications strategies that align with organizational goals and build on each other.<\/p>\n
Business development:<\/p>\n
Develop a deep understanding of the client landscape in the development research sector across our operating countries.
\nCoordinate outreach and business development activities at country-level in partnership with country offices.
\nManage the Laterite\u2019s proposal pipeline from strategy to delivery, and work with the Research Team to prepare strong bids and grant applications.<\/p>\n
Communications:<\/p>\n
Oversee and enhance Laterite\u2019s website and social media presence to amplify the organization\u2019s voice and impact.
\nWork with the wider Laterite team to source and develop new content to showcase Laterite\u2019s work and impact (e.g., blogs, publications).
\nImprove how Laterite communicates its findings by exploring and implementing interactive and engaging methods of presenting data.<\/p>\n
Knowledge management:<\/p>\n
Maintain, improve, and expand Laterite\u2019s knowledge base, ensuring it supports internal learning and operational efficiency.<\/p>\n
What you bring:
\nOur ideal candidate is a natural communicator and relationship builder, with experience in the development sector, for example a research firm, an NGO, a consultancy. They are organized, self-motivated, with excellent attention to detail and a drive to get things done, while working in a collaborative environment.
\nOur future colleague has:<\/p>\n
At least a Bachelor\u2019s degree in relevant field.
\n5+ years of relevant experience working in a similar setting.
\nExcellent oral and written communications in English.
\nExperience in leading and mentoring delivery teams.
\nExperience with managing proposal pipelines according to funder and donor procurement rules (including private funders as well as multilaterals and donors such as the World Bank, USAID, FCDO, among others).
\nExperience with Communications, especially strategic communications activities geared towards business development and outreach. Experience with writing blogs, and creating engaging content is welcome.
\nExperience with knowledge management solutions (ideally Confluence).
\nExcellent organizational and interpersonal skills, self-motivation and drive to flourish in a fast-paced environment, where timelines can often be unpredictable.<\/p>\n
In addition, we are looking for:<\/p>\n
A strong understanding of, and\/or interest in, social and economic research in development contexts, particularly in the areas of agriculture, education, public health, livelihoods, and gender.<\/p>\n
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