Development Manager at Jacaranda Health

What You’ll Do:

Proposal Development and Writing

• Lead the writing and coordination of high-quality proposals, concept notes, and expressions of interest across funding types, from foundations to bilaterals and multilaterals.
• Work with program and country teams to translate our work into compelling narratives and well-structured asks that open new revenue streams.
• Research prospective funders and develop targeted positioning as we diversify beyond our current funder base.

Donor Stewardship

• Develop and drive a proactive stewardship strategy that keeps funders engaged and informed between reporting cycles, strengthening relationship continuity.
• Prepare senior relationship leads with the briefing materials and talking points they need for every significant funder conversation or visit.
• Own the formal reporting calendar across our portfolio: coordinating inputs, drafting narrative and data-heavy reports, and ensuring delivery on time and to a high standard.

Pipeline Management

• Track and manage our RFP pipeline, ensuring we respond to the right opportunities with the right level of investment.
• Maintain clear records of funder relationships, deadlines, and next steps across our portfolio.
• Help the team prioritise BD time, balancing ambition with focus as we grow.

Who you are:

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, International Relations, Marketing, or a related field.
• A postgraduate qualification in Fundraising, Project Management, Business Development, or a related discipline will be an added advantage.
• 4 -7 years of experience in fundraising, development, and/or partnerships 

Skills and Competencies:

• An exceptional writer who can adapt across funder types and formats without losing clarity or quality.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a complex, multi-funder environment.
• Knowledge of donor compliance requirements, particularly with major foundations and institutional funders.
• Familiarity with CRM tools and development operations.

Why Jacaranda Health?

• Mission-driven work: Impact the lives of millions of mothers and babies.
• Innovation-forward thinking: Work with cutting-edge technology in maternal and newborn health.
• High-growth organization: Be part of a rapidly scaling national and global team.
• People-centric culture: Collaborate with an ambitious, passionate, and supportive team.