Business Development Specialist (Grants Acquisitions) at Compassion International – El Salvador
Recruiter: Compassion International
About Compassion International
Compassion International is part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.
Job Summary
This position offers an opportunity to contribute to administrative management within Compassion International’s important work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Working in El Salvador, you will collaborate with international colleagues and partners to address global challenges and promote sustainable development. This role provides an excellent opportunity for professional growth while making a meaningful contribution to international cooperation and global peace and security.
Full Job Description
*This is a contract position lasting 12 months. *Please submit your application and CV in English. The Grants Acquisition Specialist II contributes to the pursuit and acquisition of funding from U.S. Government and international donors. This role serves as the primary proposal writer responsible for coordinating all aspects of the proposal process, developing compelling content, and collaborating with internal stakeholders to ensure alignment with donor requirements and Compassion’s strategic objectives. The incumbent demonstrates growing expertise in grant acquisition and works with moderate supervision while managing assigned components of proposals. Responsibilities Acts as an advocate to raise the awareness of the needs of children. Commits to and prioritizes child protection considerations in all decision-making, tasks and activities across the ministry. Abides by all behavioral expectations in Compassions Statement of Commitment to Child Protection and Code of Conduct. Reports any concerns of abuse, neglect or exploitation of children through Compassions internal reporting process and appropriately supports responses to incidents if they occur. Contributes to maintaining and improving the grant opportunity tracking system. Conducts basic landscape analysis of funding trends, competitors, and strategic alignment, providing input to decision-making. Investigates and summarizes potential sub-grant partnerships under guidance, including eligibility under donor rules. Coordinates the proposal development process and collaborates with cross-functional teams (e.g., Finance, Legal, MERL) to ensure quality inputs. Owns proposal writing and review processes to ensure completeness and compliance. Coordinates and contributes to partner mapping and external engagement efforts for the National Office, serving as the primary point of contact for assigned components. Reviews proposals to ensure alignment with donor requirements and internal standards. Supports editing and final packaging of proposal submissions. Contributes to preparing proposal components such as logic models, MERL frameworks, or budgets under guidance. Collaborates with the Global Philanthropic Engagement team on integrating matched funding or foundation partnerships into proposals. Culture Accountable for supporting, upholding, and engaging in Compassion’s core “Cultural Behaviors” in all internal and external communication and relationships. Education Bachelor’s Degree in a related field. Language Advanced level of speaking, writing, and reading English required Experience 2+ years of relevant experience working in this or a related field. *Equivalent education, training and/or certification may be substituted for experience and education shown above Travel Requirements May be required to travel up to 25% of normal schedule Releasing children from poverty in Jesus name Its a mission that drives us because the need is desperate. Ten percent of the world lives on $1.90 a day or less. Our hearts break for the millions of children who suffer from lack of resources, but we rejoice because there is hope. We at Compassion know that the transformative power of Christs love is not bound by nationality or economic status. Unified by this conviction, our increasingly diverse staff uses our talents and experience to serve more than two million children in 25 countries. Were excited for you to join our ministry!
Key Details
- Job Title: Business Development Specialist (Grants Acquisitions)
- Grade: N/A
- Location: San Salvador, El Salvador
- Department: Compassion International
- Contract Type: Professional Staff
- Estimated Salary Range:$70,000 – $120,000 USD annually
Qualifications
- Not specified in the official posting
Skills
- Not specified in the official posting
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Professional development opportunities
- Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
- Inclusive and collaborative work environment
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted through the official UN careers portal. Female candidates and candidates from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.