Proposal Development Specialist (Research)

Position Title: Proposal Development Specialist (Research)

Reports To: Director, Institute of Age Care Research (IAR)

Tenure:  One year (renewable based on performance and budget availability)

About Us

HelpAge India
is a secular, not-for-profit organisation in India, registered under the
Societies’ Registration Act of 1860. Set up in 1978, the organisation works
for ‘the cause and care of disadvantaged older persons to improve their
quality of life’. It runs healthcare, agecare, livelihood, disaster
response and awareness initiatives throughout the country & advocates
strongly for the elder cause. It became the first and only Indian organization
to be honoured with the ‘UN Population Award 2020’ for its exemplary work in
the field of ageing and population issues, and earlier in 2014, has been the
recipient of ‘Vayoshreshtha Samman’ by Government of India, as an
institution working for senior citizens. We have been awarded highest CRISIL VO
1A grading for excellence in operations and high credibility. We have been
recognized as a Great Place to Work.  

Position Summary

The Proposal Development
Specialist (Research) will support the development of grant proposals and
fundraising efforts for research and innovation in ageing and age care. This
role is ideal for an early/mid-career professional interested in research,
public health, and development financing. The candidate will assist in
identifying funding opportunities, drafting proposals, and coordinating with
internal teams to advance the Institute’s mission in healthy ageing,
gerontology, and long-term care.

Key Responsibilities

1. Proposal Writing Support

• Assist in drafting grant proposals, concept
  notes, and letters of inquiry.
  
• Support the translation of research ideas
  into structured proposal formats.
  
• Compile background information, literature
  reviews, and supporting data.
  

2. Funding Opportunity Research

• Identify and track funding opportunities
  from:
  
• Government agencies
  
• Foundations and donors
  
• International development organizations
  
• Maintain a regularly updated database of
  funding calls and deadlines.
  

3. Coordination & Documentation

• Coordinate with researchers and program teams
  to gather inputs for proposals.
  
• Organize proposal documents, annexures, and
  submission materials.
  
• Maintain records of submissions, feedback,
  and outcomes.
  

4. Editing & Quality Assurance

• Proofread and edit proposals for clarity,
  grammar, and consistency.
  
• Ensure compliance with donor guidelines and
  formatting requirements.
  

5. Administrative & Research Support

• Assist in preparing donor briefs and
  institutional profiles.
  
• Support post-award reporting and
  documentation when required.
  
• Contribute to knowledge products such as
  briefs, summaries, and reports.
  

6. Strategic Partnership Support

• Identify and engage potential funding and
  implementation partners
  
• Coordinate inputs across internal teams and
  external stakeholders
  
• Align proposal development with partner
  priorities and donor requirements
  
• Facilitate effective collaboration among
  partners
  
• Support co-creation of high-quality proposals
  
• Strengthening positioning of partnerships to
  enhance competitiveness
  
• Contribute to improved resource mobilization
  outcomes
  
• Promote partnerships that drive long-term
  program impact
  

Requirements

Qualifications, Skills & Competencies

• Master’s degree in Public Health, Social
  Sciences, Development Studies, Gerontology, or related field.
  
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in research,
  writing, or grant support
  
• Strong interest in ageing, health systems, or
  social development.
  
• Strong writing and editing skills in English.
  
• Ability to synthesize information from
  multiple sources.
  
• Attention to detail and strong organizational
  skills.
  
• Basic understanding of research methods and
  academic writing.
  
• Ability to work collaboratively in a
  multidisciplinary environment.
  
• Prior experience in proposal writing,
  academic writing, or NGO sector will be preferred.
  
• Familiarity with ageing-related themes such
  as:
  
• Elderly care systems
  
• Healthy ageing
  
• Social protection for older adults
  
• Livelihood
  
• Sound knowledge of MS Office (Excel,
  PowerPoint), and reference tools.
  

Disclaimer:
The Job Description above is not an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties,
and responsibilities associated with the position.

HelpAge
India is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all
positions without prejudice to caste, religion or belief, sex, gender identity,
disability or any other characteristics protected by applicable laws.

HelpAge India is committed to creating a dynamic
work environment that values diversity and inclusion, respect and integrity.
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Interested candidates may apply within 15 days of
this advertisement, with a cover /motivation letter, and CV at  [email protected]; along with
details of last salary drawn, expected salary, and three professional
referees. 

Due to the urgency of the position, interviews may
be scheduled even before the closure of the advertisement.  Hence, interested candidates are encouraged
to apply at the earliest. Please note that we will not be able to notify all
applicants.  Only shortlisted candidates
will be notified about the interview date.