Business Development Specialist

This position is covered under CUPE Bargaining Unit.

The impact you will make

Reporting to the Director, International Programs & Partnerships, the Business Development Specialist (BDS) will be responsible for designing and securing funding proposals for international development and humanitarian programs, with a focus on improving outcomes for children globally at Save the Children Canada (SCC). Working across teams, the BDS leads the development of high-quality proposals for a range of donors, including Global Affairs Canada (GAC), development banks, and philanthropic partners, while strengthening internal processes, tools, and learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead prospect research, competitive analyses, and donor engagement strategies to identify and assess new funding opportunities aligned with SCC priorities.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with institutional donors (e.g., GAC, development banks) and external partners, suppor...