Senior Officer, Technical Partnerships — International Rescue Committee (Nairobi)

Senior Officer, Technical Partnerships

Job Description

The Senior Officer for Technical Partnerships (Economic Recovery & Development) leads strategic private-sector engagement and business development initiatives. This role bridges technical depth with fundraising clarity to enhance the IRC’s competitiveness in securing “big bet” funding and multi-million-dollar partnerships. The Officer provides high-level advisory to technical leads, shapes donor pathways for scalable projects, and operationalizes workflows between fundraising and program teams to ensure efficient portfolio management and donor stewardship.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement business development strategies for Economic Recovery & Development (ERD) priorities
• Create compelling pitch materials and strategic positioning documents for private-sector donors
• Lead or support high-value proposal development processes, integrating technical expertise with donor interests
• Manage a portfolio of strategic partnerships, ensuring donor requirements and compliance standards are met
• Represent the IRC in technical forums and donor meetings as a subject matter expert in ERD
• Operationalize standard ways of working and workflows between technical units and fundraising teams
• Provide post-award project management support for large-scale, multi-year strategic grants
• Stay updated on global ERD technical trends and operating contexts to inform proactive donor messaging

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in International Development, Social Work, or a related field
• 6–7 years of professional experience in programs, fundraising, or advocacy with a large INGO
• Proven track record of developing and implementing multi-million-dollar partnerships
• Expert knowledge of global ERD programming in low-resource settings
• Exceptional communication, relationship management, and technical writing skills
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical strategies for lay/donor audiences
• Strong experience in proposal design and grants management processes

Method of Application

Apply via:  International Rescue Committee on theirc.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com