Call for Roster - Costs and Pricing - Consultants

International Rescue Committee
United States, D.C., Washington
Jan 09, 2025
The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future. Call for Roster - Costs and Pricing Consultants The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and 29 U.S. cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees deliver lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions. If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people worldwide for a better future. Role purpose The Pricing Consultants will join the AMU BD roster and be invited to bid for Cost and Pricing assignments as opportunities arise. They will lead budget development for high-value public funding opportunities, ensuring compliance, competitiveness, and alignment with donor requirements. The Pricing Consultant works within IRC's Long Term Funding Team, in Business Development role in supporting the organization's business development efforts. They will serve as budgeting experts and will be the pricing lead for many of IRC's most important and large-scale public funding opportunities including but not limited to USG, FCDO, World Bank, GAVI and AFD. The role provides essential guidance, technical assistance, quality assurance and hands-on support throughout the business development lifecycle, ensuring a delicate balance between cost recovery, risk mitigation, price competitiveness, and compliance with internal policies and donor regulations. As a key member of the proposal teams, this position collaborates closely with IRC Country Offices, Finance Department, and Technical Units to facilitate the development of cost proposals. Responsibilities Capture & Program Design Serve as the 'Capture Pricing Lead' to ensure IRC is well prepared to develop an effective budget proposal for important funding opportunities Conduct research and evaluation of cost drivers specific to each country to understand cost proposal development challenges and opportunities to improve pricing strategies within the predefined clients' needs and regulations. Aggregate all available budgetary details at the activity level, encompassing all anticipated interventions and necessary support provisions, into clear rough estimates. Pricing Strategy & Budget Development Lead Budget Development and/or provide quality assurance or backstopping for budgeting for major proposals. Review released solicitations to assess whether cost-related considerations might hinder the development of a competitive, compliant, and viable bid Providepricingexpertisetothedonorbudgetproposalprocesstoensureproposalsare of high quality;reflect theneeds of the solicitation and include thenecessary sharedcosts. Ensure the proposal team understands the financial requirements and donor regulations of the bid, by clearly communicating what is required and providing guidance and support as needed. Identify all key financial and commercial risks and proactively propose a tailored mitigation plan and adjustments as necessary. Drive and/or ensure that pricing inputs from IRC Country Offices, technical or other contributors are integrated effectively. Lead all aspects of detailed cost, and technical queries in anticipation of submission timelines. Maintain, expand and apply technical knowledge in USG, FCDO, World Bank and European Union by attending educational workshops and trainings, reviewing the latest donors' regulations and policies and market trends Offer guidance and strategies for creating intricate budgets, presenting cost-related aspects efficiently and effectively, developing payment by results structures and fee payment schedules Develop comprehensive donor budgets in line with internal and external requirements, ensuring that all cost drivers are adequately considered, drawing input from different collaborators. Engage with and provide technical guidance to partners, and integrate all partner pricing inputs into the consolidated budget, budget narrative, and overall cost application When required, conduct cost reviews of selected proposals Ensure adherence to IRC's standard processes and policies, as well as compliance with solicitation requirements and client policies across a variety of opportunities and donors. Minimum Qualifications: Job Qualifications: Degree (minimum BA) or equivalent experience in a relevant field such as public administration, business administration, management, economics, or similar. Minimum three years of experience developing cost proposals. Demonstrable experience developing cost proposals for grant and contract types including Payment by Results approaches and fee rate structures. Demonstrates in depth understanding of USG, FCDO or EU financial rules and regulations; is able to identify donor-specific risks and design cost proposals in a way that mitigates those risks. Flexible work attitude: the ability to work in an inclusive team environment, independently and ability to meet unexpected demands. Demonstrates ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues in 'remote' and complementary teams. Excellent inter-personal skills and able to communicate clearly and concisely complex financial information with diverse set of stakeholders. Strong organizational and work prioritization skills, and ability to focus and pay attention to details. Able to plan ahead and manageacomplex anddiverseworkloadwithtight deadlines Ability to travel internationally Ability to work autonomously and under remote management. Standard of Professional Conduct:The IRC and the IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in the IRC Way - our Code of Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, Accountability, and Equality. Commitment to Gender, Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion: The IRC is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, respectful, and safe work environment where all persons are treated fairly, with dignity and respect. The IRC expressly prohibits and will not tolerate discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or bullying of the IRC persons in any work setting. We aim to increase the representation of women, people that are from country and communities we serve, and people who identify as races and ethnicities that are under-represented in global power structures.