" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eProject Manager and Business Development Manager, MEL/TPM/Evaluations\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18854\"\u003e Belgium \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"18855\"\u003e Corporate/HQ \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 15/9/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJob Title: \u003c/strong\u003eProject Manager and Business Development Manager, MEL/TPM/Evaluations\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eReports to: \u003c/strong\u003eDirector of M\u0026amp;E Department\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWorks closely with: \u003c/strong\u003eM\u0026amp;E Department, External Technical Leads, Proposal Coordinators\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLocation: \u003c/strong\u003eBrussels, Belgium or United Kingdom (hybrid office/home-based; occasional travel)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDuration: \u003c/strong\u003eFull-time, Starting ASAP (employment or consultancy contract considered)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSUMMARY OF THE POSITION\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eReporting to the Director of the M\u0026amp;E Department, the Project Manager and Business Development Manager leads or supports the identification, positioning, capture and implementation of Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning (MEL), Third-Party Monitoring (TPM) and Evaluation opportunities with institutional donors, primarily the UK Foreign, Commonwealth \u0026amp; Development Office (FCDO) and United Nations agencies. The role drives the full bid lifecycle \u0026mdash; from opportunity tracking and partner engagement through to proposal development (including development of MEL, TPM and Evaluation methodologies), submission and implementation \u0026mdash; and works closely with technical and proposal teams to shape competitive, high-quality bids.\u003cbr\u003e The Project Manager and Business Development Manager brings established donor relationships and a strong understanding of FCDO and UN procurement and project implementation mechanisms to strengthen Cowater\u0027s pipeline and win rate in the MEL/TPM/Evaluations space.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eKEY RESPONSIBILITIES\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eBusiness Development \u0026amp; Positioning\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eTrack and qualify MEL, TPM and Evaluation tender opportunities with FCDO, UN agencies and related institutional donors.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuild and maintain relationships with donor contacts, technical experts, consortium partners and subcontractors to strengthen Cowater\u0027s positioning ahead of tenders.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContribute to capture planning and go/no-go decisions on relevant opportunities.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProposal Development\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eLead or support the development of technical and financial proposals for MEL/TPM/Evaluation bids, coordinating inputs from technical leads, pricing and proposal coordination teams.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDraft and edit technical narrative sections, ensuring compliance with donor requirements and alignment with Cowater\u0027s MEL methodologies and quality standards.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCoordinate partner and consultant inputs, teaming agreements and CV/reference collection.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarket Intelligence \u0026amp; Networking\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMonitor FCDO framework agreements (including GEMFA 2 and related call-downs) and relevant UN LTAs for upcoming opportunities.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProvide regular pipeline updates and market intelligence to the Business Development team and senior management.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop and maintain networks with UK- and/or Brussels-based donors to identify priorities, strengthen positioning and support early opportunity shaping.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eProject Implementation\u003cbr\u003e\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eImplement on-going or new Evaluation or TPM projects with various clients\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJOB REQUIREMENTS\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eEducation\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaster\u0026rsquo;s degree in a relevant field (international development, social sciences, evaluation, or related discipline).\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMinimum Experience\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMinimum 5 years of business development and project implementation experience in international development consulting, with a strong focus on MEL, TPM and/or Evaluation.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDemonstrated track record of winning or strongly contributing to successful bids with FCDO and UN agencies.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFamiliarity with FCDO framework mechanisms and proposal drafting (e.g. GEMFA 2) and UN procurement processes.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience integrating gender equality, disability and social inclusion (GEDSI) considerations into MEL frameworks, evaluations or TPM assignments would be considered an asset.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEssential Skills\u003c/em\u003e\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong proposal writing and editing skills, with the ability to translate technical MEL concepts into compelling narrative.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExcellent relationship management and networking skills with donors, partners and consultants.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to manage multiple concurrent bids under tight deadlines.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFluency in English required; French an asset.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWillingness to travel occasionally for donor meetings, partner engagement or bid-related events.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAPPLICATION PROCESS\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInterested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter addressing the position requirements, along with a CV, to marta.chudzikiewicz@cowater.com, mentioning the position title in the subject line.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Cowater International is an equal opportunity employer, basing employment on merit and qualifications as they relate to professional experience and position expectations. Cowater does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, religion, sex, gender identity, disability, age, or any other basis protected by law. Cowater is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace and encourages applications from candidates of all backgrounds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Reasonable accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e We thank all applicants; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted. \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"613986\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "