The International Rescue Committee (IRC) in Germany is seeking a Business Development Senior Officer to manage a portfolio of business development opportunities, with a specific focus on proposals for the European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (ECHO).
This full-time role involves leading proposal development, budget creation, and ensuring compliance with IRC and donor policies. The position offers flexible hybrid-work options within Germany, with locations in Berlin or Bonn, and is initially for a two-year term.
Quick Facts
| Opportunity | Job |
|---|---|
| Institution | International Rescue Committee |
| Department | Crisis Response, Recovery and Development (CRRD) Department, Award Management Unit (AMU) |
| Location | Berlin / Bonn, Germany |
| Region | Europe |
| Open to | International applicants (with C1 English and B1 German) |
| Funding | Not specified |
| Stipend / Salary | EUR 60,028 – 67,090 gross per year |
| Duration | Initially for 2 years |
| Start date | ASAP |
| Application deadline | 29 November 2026 |
About the Position
The Business Development Senior Officer will primarily oversee ECHO opportunities, including pre-award checklists and uploads to APPEL. Outside of the ECHO HIP season, the officer will serve as Proposal Lead for other funding opportunities, managing the entire proposal development process from positioning to submission. This includes coordinating with country programs and partners, developing detailed budgets and narratives, and securing internal approvals. The role also involves contributing to process improvements within the Business Development department and acting as a post-award focal point for Technical Excellence and Global Supply Chain ECHO awards, providing compliance guidance and monitoring the ECHO portfolio.
Eligibility
- Experience preparing or submitting proposals to ECHO
- 5+ years of progressive work experience in business development or closely with Technical teams
- Highly collaborative and proactive with a talent for delivering results with cross-functional groups
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with organizational information and financial systems
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in a multi-cultural environment
- University degree in Business Administration, Finance, International Development, or equivalent work experience
- English language skills at C1 and German B1 according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CERF)
Benefits
- Meaningful work within a collaborative team
- Annual salary increase
- Attractive employee benefits (gym membership, company pension scheme, shopping vouchers, childcare subsidy, job bike leasing, subsidized Deutschlandticket)
- Access to timely and confidential psychological support
- 30 days of annual leave and special leave days
- Flexible hybrid-work options (working hours, office/homebased)
- Training and professional development opportunities, including access to free language courses
- Assistance services for people with disabilities, if required
Documents Required
- CV
- Three references (if available)
How to Apply
- Submit your application via the IRC application portal
- Refrain from including photos in your application documents
FAQs
Who can I contact for questions regarding the position?
You can contact Burrhus Njanjo at HR.Deutschland@rescue.org for questions regarding the position.
Who can I contact for questions about accessible applications or inclusion?
You can contact Christine Mader, the Inclusion Officer, at christine.mader@rescue.org.
Source: ReliefWeb Jobs.
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