PARTNERSHIPS & PROGRAMME FUNDING COORDINATOR @ TRANSFORM TRADE
Transform Trade is seeking a Partnerships & Programme Funding Coordinator to drive institutional fundraising for international programs. The role involves managing the end-to-end development of high-quality proposals and presentations specifically for programs in South Asia and East Africa. This is a pivotal time for the organization as it shifts more power to groups in the global South, requiring a coordinator who can manage complex funding streams while ensuring projects remain technically robust and mission-aligned.
The successful candidate will be responsible for building trust-based relationships with institutional donors and identifying new funding opportunities to support farmers, workers, and artisans. They will work across global teams to translate complex project ideas into persuasive, fully costed applications. Possible work locations for this role include the UK, Kenya, Tanzania, Bangladesh, and India. Salary is commensurate with global salary scales based on location.
The successful candidate will be responsible for building trust-based relationships with institutional donors and identifying new funding opportunities to support farmers, workers, and artisans. They will work across global teams to translate complex project ideas into persuasive, fully costed applications. Possible work locations for this role include the UK, Kenya, Tanzania, Bangladesh, and India. Salary is commensurate with global salary scales based on location.
Key Requirements
Proven experience in international development with a track record of producing high-quality funding proposals.
Ability to manage complex budgets and ensure project costs are accurately reflected in applications.
Highly organized and capable of balancing multiple funding streams in a fast-paced environment.
Exceptional ability to translate complex project concepts into persuasive, clear, and consistent applications.
Demonstrated experience in relationship management with institutional donors and partners.
Skilled in proposal coordination across global teams to align with strategic mission goals.
Experience in identifying new funding opportunities to support farmers and artisans.
Strong understanding of trade justice and climate justice frameworks.
Proven capability in donor reporting and ensuring compliance with strategic quality standards.
Capacity to work effectively within global teams based in the Global South and the UK.