Your mission
Role PurposeThe Program and Partnerships Funding Advisor provides expert technical support in developing high-quality, competitive proposals for institutional and foundation donors. The role focuses on technical proposal writing, opportunity analysis, and donor engagement, ensuring War Child country programs in the Middle East can secure funding from key donors such as EU, ECHO, MoFA NL, FCDO, UN agencies, and private foundations.
The Advisor plays a critical role in supporting country teams to design impactful programs, strengthen donor relationships, and build a diversified and sustainable funding base.
TeamThis role reports to the Regional Partnership and Resource Mobilization Advisor – Middle East and works across a portfolio of countries. This position works closely with the country teams, global Institutional Funding & Grant Delivery (IFGD) team, Fundraising Member teams and any other relevant teams across the War Child Alliance (WCA) to support donor engagement efforts.
Key Responsibilities 1. Technical Proposal Development- Lead and coordinate the writing of compelling, donor-compliant proposals, including narratives, log frames, and budgets.
- Provide hands-on support to country teams to ensure proposals meet donor expectations and showcase War Child’s evidence-based programming.
- Work with technical experts to develop innovative and scalable programme designs.
2. Funding Opportunity Research & Analysis- Systematically identifies and analyses new calls for proposals from institutional donors and foundations.
- Provide timely intelligence and recommendations to country teams for strategic positioning and pre-engagement.
3. Donor Engagement & Relationship Support- Support country teams in engaging with institutional and foundation donors, aligning messaging with War Child’s strategic priorities.
- Prepare donor-focused materials (concept notes, capability statements, and case studies) to strengthen relationships and position War Child as a partner of choice.
4. Capacity Strengthening- Mentor and coach country program staff in proposal development and donor compliance.
- Share best practices, tools, and templates to enhance the overall quality of submissions.
5. Strategic Support- Contribute to regional fundraising strategies and pipeline management, ensuring accurate tracking of funding opportunities and proposal progress.
What we offer
- Location : This role is to be based in one of the following War Child country offices: UK, Afghanistan, Jordan, Lebanon, occupied Palestinian territories, Syria, Yemen. Applicants must be able to travel between countries in the Middle East. Preference is given to applicants who reside and have valid working permits. War Child does not offer relocation.
- Duration: One Year
- Accommodation is provided in War Child’s guest house/office, requiring adaptability to basic living conditions and high levels of self-reliance.
- Professional Development: Opportunities for capacity building and growth, both within the role and through War Child’s broader network.
- Meaningful Impact: The chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of children and families affected by conflict, contributing to long-term, sustainable change.
- Equal Opportunities: War Child is an inclusive employer committed to diversity and inclusion, respecting all individuals regardless of age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, or physical ability.
- Workplace Culture: War Child is dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace that prioritizes safety and fairness for all individuals. We strictly prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying within our organization
Why You Should Apply- Make a Real Impact: Your work will directly contribute to providing quality education to children who need it most, creating lasting change in their lives.
- Career Growth: Join a dynamic organization that values your professional development and offers opportunities for learning, growth, and innovation.
- Global Reach: Play a key role in scaling a ground-breaking programme that operates in multiple conflict-affected regions around the world.
- Collaborative and Mission-Driven: Work alongside passionate colleagues and partners united in a mission to protect children and help them thrive despite adversity.
How to ApplyInterested and qualified candidates are invited to apply by
August 13, 2025. Make sure to upload your English CV (maximum of two pages) and cover letter. . We are reviewing submissions on a rolling basis, so early applications are strongly recommended.
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About us
The War Child Alliance is an international non-governmental organization committed to providing psychosocial support, child protection, youth empowerment programming and quality education to the children affected by armed conflict. We implement evidence-based interventions to empower key stakeholders—including governments, educators, caregivers, and communities—to foster children’s wellbeing, education, and self-determination. We work with global teams with team members being based in different locations. War Child is currently operates in: Afghanistan, the Central African Republic, Colombia, DR Congo, Germany, Jordan, Lebanon, the occupied Palestinian territory, South Sudan, Sweden, Syria, Uganda, Ukraine (soon to be registered), and Yemen. We also have offices in the Netherlands and the United Kingdom.
Learn more about War Child and our programmes
https://www.warchild.net/ Safeguarding and Integrity
Our work with children and at-risk adults to keep them safe is the most important thing we do. We are committed to the safeguarding of children and vulnerable adults in all areas of our work. We have zero tolerance for any behaviours and practices that puts children and/or vulnerable adults at risk of abuse and/or harm. All (prospective) employees will be expected to be compliant with and sign up to our Child Safeguarding policy, our Code of Conduct and PSEA: Adults at Risk Policy. You can find the Child Safeguarding and Adults at Risk policy here: Integrity & Safeguarding - Home
Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) and Belonging (DEIB)
We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to ensuring that all our people and job applicants are treated fairly, irrespective of where, what or whom they were born, or of other characteristics. We want to offer a safe and inclusive workplace where all our people, especially those who are currently marginalised or underrepresented, can be themselves at work. You can read our Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) and Belonging (DEIB) policy on our website, and if you have any questions about our commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI) and Belonging (DEIB) do get in touch: DEIB.team@warchild.net
