Grant Writing Consultant

Impact Investment Exchange (IIX)

. Analyze target calls and donor priorities, including GAC's Indo-Pacific Policy, Canada-Philippines trade and development priorities, and climate and gender commitments .

Posted 10/26/2026contractManila • PhilippinesSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in proposal development and grant writing for international development programs, with a strong focus on gender equality analysis, climate integration, and donor engagement. Proven ability to design and implement effective strategies that align with donor priorities and leverage local insights.

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Proposal DevelopmentGrant WritingGender Equality Analysis (GBA+)Performance Measurement FrameworksImpact Investing

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Hard Skills

Technical Narrative WritingBudget Narrative DevelopmentProgram DesignContext AnalysisTheory of Change

Soft Skills

Exceptional Written CommunicationDeadline ManagementCollaborative Teamwork

Tools & Technologies

Logic ModelsRisk RegistersPerformance Measurement Frameworks

Industry Keywords

International DevelopmentBilateral DonorsMultilateral DonorsSME DevelopmentClimate Programs

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze target calls and donor priorities, including GAC's Indo-Pacific Policy, Canada-Philippines trade and development priorities, and climate and gender commitments
Recommend proposal positioning, narrative, workstreams, and partnership structures
Identify secondary funding sources such as DFAT, ADB, and other bilateral or multilateral windows
Draft full technical narrative proposals covering context, problem analysis, theory of change, program design, implementation, partnerships, and sustainability
Build donor-format results tools, including logic models, performance measurement frameworks, and risk registers
Prepare gender equality analysis (GBA+ or donor equivalent) and climate and environmental integration sections
Write the budget narrative with the IIX Finance team, linking costs to activities and results
Compile organizational capacity statements, partner letters, CVs, and compliance annexes
Integrate Philippines-specific evidence on women's enterprise, climate vulnerability, SME financial markets, and access to finance
Engage external partners and stakeholders to gather and incorporate proposal inputs
Support IIX's impact investing, corporate finance advisory, and platform development work

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of proposal development and grant writing for international development programs
Documented record of winning proposals for bilateral and multilateral donors
Global Affairs Canada (GAC) experience strongly preferred; DFAT, ADB, and USAID-funded program experience relevant
Track record designing or writing SME development, gender-lens, and/or climate programs in the Philippines
Working command of donor results frameworks: logic models, performance measurement frameworks, and gender equality analysis (GBA+ or equivalent)
Exceptional written English, including persuasive narratives and technical annexes
Familiarity with impact investing, blended finance, enterprise development, or access-to-finance programming is a strong advantage
Bachelor's degree in Development Studies, Economics, Public Policy, or a related field required; Master's preferred
Strong writing skills in English and Bahasa Indonesia stated in the role purpose
Based in the Philippines, with strong local networks and availability for in-person sessions in Metro Manila when needed
Ability to manage deadlines, align proposals with donor evaluation criteria, support evidence-based writing, and collaborate across technical, finance, and partner teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional development through training, coaching, mentorship, and a clear path toward leadership in impact finance
Unparalleled hands-on exposure to impact investing, structured finance, and sustainable development
Work with leading global clients, including the Rockefeller Foundation, ADB, Standard Chartered Bank, UNDP, and USAID
Equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse, inclusive team