INTERNATIONAL PROJECT COORDINATOR for Business Development

Company Description

EDC is one of the world’s leading nonprofit research and development firms. EDC designs, implements, and evaluates programs to improve education, health, and economic opportunity worldwide. Collaborating with both public and private partners, we strive for a world where all people are empowered to live healthy, productive lives.

EDC’s approach to equity, diversity, and inclusion is grounded in EDC’s commitment to respect the dignity of each individual. EDC has a commitment to promoting equity and access to high quality education and health services that contribute to thriving communities where people from diverse backgrounds learn, live, and work together. EDC expresses its commitment to increasing equity through its strategies, services and products, which contribute to building capacity and transforming lives.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The person in this position is expected to communicate clearly and courteously; to develop and maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants, collaborators, co-workers, field sites, and funders; and to work respectfully with EDC colleagues. The job requires adherence to EDC policies and procedures.

Because this job sits within the business development function of the International Division, it requires an ability to handle the pressure of multiple deadlines, excellent attention to detail and the ability to remain organized and track multiple documents and deliverables, potentially in multiple languages and countries.

Under management oversight, the International Project Coordinator for Business Development (I) provides support to project staff in the US and abroad, including:

• general administrative duties
• serving as backup for other Business Development staff
• researching, compiling, and synthesizing information relating to topics as assigned
• maintaining records and online Business Development archives
• drafting or translating materials including Past Performance References, and other material as assigned
• disseminating information
• assisting in identification, recruitment, and servicing of consultants
• assisting in identification and recruitment of staffing for proposals
• contributing ideas for improved efficiency or future focus
• Supports gathering information and intelligence regarding all areas of international work of interest to IDD;
• Provides support to the Director, and Senior Associates (proposal managers) in preparing technical proposals, as assigned, including developing and implementing timelines, updating resources such as capability statements, project descriptions, resumes and PPRs; as well as proposal formatting 
• Provides assistance to the proposal teams in developing templates and implementation plans; provides support and coordination for ensuring Annexes are complete
• Provides assistance to the proposal managers in liaising with partners, including providing templates, tracking receipt of partner required documentation, and materials
• Assists in organizing and facilitating public events such as panels and brown bag presentations organized by the business development team
• Facilitates project teamwork; seeks and utilizes feedback
• Provides logistical support
• Assists with quality assurance
• May act as a liaison between home offices and field-based staff
• May be expected to travel

Qualifications

This position requires educational achievement; excellent writing skills; demonstrable initiative, creativity, and flexibility; ability to work independently and effectively in groups; and strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Specific requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Master’s degree or equivalent combination of training and education in a related field preferred
• 2–4 years related research, education, international development  or administrative coordination experience, requiring computer competence
• Strong organizational & analytical skills
• Demonstrated ability to multitask
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Collaborative team player
• Knowledge/fluency in second language preferred

Additional Information

EDC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to enhancing the diversity of its workforce and ensuring an equitable and highly inclusive work environment. EDC is a smoke-free workplace, and offers a supportive work environment, competitive salary, and excellent benefits. Women, minorities, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Total Rewards:

EDC offers the following comprehensive benefits package for all eligible employees:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• Generous vacation benefits for full- and part-time employees
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Tuition and transportation reimbursement
• Robust retirement plan with TIAA/CREF (Teachers Insurance and Annuity Association/College Retirement Equities Fund)
• Paid sick time and up to 16 hours of personal time annually
• Parental leave
• Employee assistance program

This position offers a starting salary of $52,000. Salary offers are made based on market analysis and internal equity.