Localisation : Bamako

Grade : C1

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

Oxfam in Mali works to implement its vision for a peaceful Mali, where inequalities and social injustices are reduced, so that women, men, girls and boys exercise and fully enjoy their rights.

To achieve this vision three Strategic Objectives are defined :

• The Resilience of sustainable communities and livelihoods ;
• Good Governance, Peace and citizen participation ;
• Access to basic social services.

Moreover, at the heart of the Oxfam in Mali’s Country Strategy, there is Influence, Advocacy and Gender Equity for reducing Communities’ vulnerability to Internal and External Shocks and the Injustice of Poverty. Our programs will help reduce the economic marginalization of women and promote their full participation in Mali’s development

The Business Development Manager will lead the implementation of Oxfam Mali’s fundraising strategy and coordinate country level fundraising from institutional and high value donors to ensure a sustainable increase in income from these sources. He/she will work with fundraising and programme staff in Mali to provide support in proposal writing and with information needed to raise funds from the institutional and high value donors. He/she will coordinate efforts to raise income from donors by building relationships directly with them.

The Business Development Manager will coordinate the development of concept notes and proposals that are in line with Oxfam Mali fundraising priorities. He/she will also manage the programmes existing extensive grant portfolio, and forge excellent relationships with organisations supporting Oxfam’s work in Mali

What we are looking for :

Essentials :

• Master degree in management, economics or finance ;
• At least 5 to 10 years’ experience of raising funds from institutional and humanitarian donors (e.g. EU, multilateral agencies, Trusts, Foundations and Mali Government) ;
• Experience in high level numeracy, budgeting, financial reporting skills ;
• Excellent report and proposal writing skills ;
• Work effectively with a team to achieve fundraising targets ;
• Organisational awareness – understanding how to get what information and who to keep informed ;
• Experience of coordinating high quality donor proposals for high value and institutional donors ;
• Good communication skills – both written and verbal ;
• Experience in capacity building for non-funding staff in all aspects of funding and contract compliance ;
• Strong numeracy and financial skills, with the ability to develop complex budgets in Excel and resolve financial issues ;
• Ability to represent Oxfam to donors and external institutions ;
• Ability to coach, influencing skills and tenacity ;
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines ;
• Good administrative skills and ability to follow departmental procedures ;
• Fluent both with Excellent written and spoken French & English ;
• Good knowledge of Malian Social and Culture environment ;
• Knowledge of NGO programming in development and emergencies ;
• Knowledge or experience of Oxfam’s programme works an advantage ;
• Experience of managing and working in consortiums ;
• Ability to work under intense pressure ;
• Flexible approach to working hours-ability and willingness to work evening and weekends when necessary.

Our values and commitment to safeguarding :

Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom Oxfam GB engages. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.

The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

How to apply :

As part of your online application, please upload your up to date CV and a covering letter explaining your suitability against the essential criteria in the job profile.

About us :

Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty. That means we tackle the inequality that keeps people poor. Together we save, protect and rebuild lives. When disaster strikes, we help people build better lives for themselves, and for others. We take on issues like land rights, climate change and discrimination against women. And we won’t stop until every person on the planet can enjoy life free from poverty.

Oxfam GB is a member of international confederation of 19 organisations working together with partners and local communities in the areas of humanitarian, development and campaigning, in more than 90 countries.