United States of America: Data Entry & Research Specialist
Country: United States of America
Closing date: 18 Nov 2013
FHI 360 is a nonprofit human development organization dedicated to improving lives in lasting ways by advancing integrated, locally driven solutions. Our staff includes experts in Health, Education, Nutrition, Environment, Economic Development, Civil Society, Gender, Youth, Research and Technology– creating a unique mix of capabilities to address today's interrelated development challenges. FHI 360 serves more than 60 countries, all 50 U.S. states and all U.S. territories. We seek qualified candidates for the position of Data Entry & Research Specialist in Washington, DC.
Position Description:Identify and circulate appropriate funding opportunities to senior leadership and key internal stakeholders. Utilize external databases and search engines to seek funding opportunities. Maintain information and data in a comprehensive proposal database to ensure timely and accurate reporting. Include regular updates of database information.Seeking information from key stakeholders across the organization in order to ensure accurate reporting. Create and distribute both regular and ad hoc business development reports to senior leadership and others in the organization.Maintain internal websites/ Intranet sites by ensuring appropriateness of structure, content and functionality.Manage confidential and sensitive information. General Proposal Development SupportSupport proposal managers in the preparation of proposals (provide assistance with collecting information, related correspondence, and other documents, format CV's, draft capability statements, and provide other proposal support)Other Duties:Represent the Business planning and proposals division as appropriate at internal and external meetPerform other duties as assignedMinimum Requirements:Bachelor's degree or international equivalent in Business Administration, Information Management, or Social Sciences and 3-5 years of relevant experience data or information management, or project management or master’s degree in Business Administration, Information Management, or social sciences and 1-2 of relevant experience information management, business development or project managementPossess strong interpersonal skills with sensitivity to cultural diversity and understanding of the political and ethical issues addressed by FHI 360.Familiarity preferred with international and domestic funders across multiple human development sectors, including USAID, Departments of Education and State, Health and Human Services, and foundations funding human development activities. Work on multiple projects simultaneously, independently and meet deadlines without compromising quality.Excellent written and verbal communication skillsComputer software expertise in Microsoft Office
FHI 360 has a competitive compensation package. Interested candidates may register online through FHI 360's Career Center at www.fhi360.org/careercenter or through the Employment section at www.fhi360.org. Please submit CV/resume and cover letter including salary requirements. Please specify source in your application.
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