Fund Raising and Public Relation Specialist

ESDC is currently seeking qualified candidates for the Fund Raising and Public Relation Specialist position to be based in Ramallah Office.
Duration: 12 months (extendable).

The successful Candidate will bear the following core responsibilities:
1-Lead and/or support the writing, editing, formatting, and proofreading of technical proposals and concept papers to solicited and unsolicited opportunities from donor organizations;
2-Prepare proposals in the fields food security, CBO’s capacity building and community based economy (cooperation economy);
3-Prepare sector profiles;
4-Identify and help to develop strategic relationships with partners (donors, NGO’s, CBO’s, GO’s).
5-Assist in preparing and finalizing the Annual Report.
6-Leading issuing quarterly newsletters about ESDCs actions.
7-Design all visibility and representation of ESDC as necessary
8-Research potential sources of funding, including grants, past contributors, new donors, corporate contributors and foundations
9-Prepare long-term and short-term fundraising plans to create not funding opportunities for ESDC

Skills and Experience
1-MA degree in development studies, social science, or business administration with 5 years of experience or Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of experience
2-Proven past experience in writing proposals and public relation;
3-Ability to write clearly and concisely, to structure arguments in a logical fashion and to balance technical accuracy with simple explanations while adhering to strict page limitations;
4-Familiarity with donors process, cooperative agreements, contracts, and key initiatives (cooperation year, climate change Initiative); familiarity with donors;
5-Proven ability to work under pressure, ensure coherence and consistency, independently, and meet deadlines consistently;
6-Strong oral and written communications skills in English;
7-Strong computer skills (Microsoft Office).

Application Procedure:
Interested candidates can submit a resume and cover letter by November 21, 2012. Applications should be addressed to: [email protected],by indicate to vacancy title in subject line.
Note: Only short listed candidates for an interview will be contacted