Business Development Manager, Grade 9/11

Business Development Manager (Senior or Mid-level)

1. Summary

Causal Design Inc. is a dynamic and growing economic consulting firm specializing in rigorous program evaluations and analysis for international development organizations worldwide. Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, we empower our clients to make data-driven decisions that enhance the impact of their programs.

We are seeking a Business Development (BD) Manager at the senior or mid level to join our growing team. The BD Manager will support the implementation of Causal Design’s new business development strategy by gathering business intelligence on upcoming bids, leading capture efforts, and managing proposals in response to USAID and other clients. We are looking for an organized, proactive individual who enjoys working in a dynamic, small business environment. In this role, you will be given the latitude to experiment and develop your skills under the mentorship of the Sr. Director of BD.

This hybrid position is based in Denver, Colorado or Washington DC . The position has the potential for international travel.

2. Responsibilities

This position will support the Business Development Unit and will report to the Senior Director of Business Development and Learning. Key responsibilities include:

• Lead and coordinate the development, drafting, and finalization of technical and cost proposals and budgets, with inputs from technical and operations staff.
• Lead capture and proposal development efforts, including contributing to partner selection and contract negotiations with prime contractors and/or partner organizations.
• Track new business opportunities and ensure the new business pipeline is up-to-date.
• Contribute to the company’s new business development strategy.
• Manage proposal and BD consultant recruitment.
• Maintain and develop new relationships with partners, public- and private-sector clients, and corporate/family foundations.
• Collaborate with a range of team members across time zones.
• Mentor and help build the capacity of BD team members at the Coordinator level.
• Attend conferences and networking events on behalf of Causal Design.

3. Qualifications

• Required:
  • Sr BD Manager:
    • Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field plus a minimum of 6 years relevant professional experience, or a Masters Degree in a relevant field plus 4 years of directly related professional experience.
  • BD Manager:
    • Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field plus a minimum of 4 years of directly related professional experience, or a Masters Degree in a relevant field plus 2 years of directly related professional experience.
  • Either Position:
    • Excellent oral and written communication skills
    • Proficiency in MS Word and Google Docs
    • Ability to manage multiple business development efforts simultaneously
    • Strong multitasking and deadline management skills
    • Ability to independently prioritize and manage workload
    • Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
    • Self-motivated and collaborative
• Preferred :
• • Demonstrated knowledge of federal contracting and procurement
  • At least 2 years of experience in a BD role with USAID as a primary client.
  • Experience with M&E, research, or evaluation products
  • Strong networking skills

4. Our Team

Our team is passionate about innovating practical evaluation strategies and providing phenomenal support to our clients working to end poverty.

5. Employment

This is a full-time, exempt, employee role with Causal Design. Applicants must be authorized to work in the USA for any employer. The salary range for the Sr. BD Manager is $79,559 – $103,422 annually, while the BD Manager is $65,757 – $85,485, commensurate with experience. To reduce bias in compensation and promote wage transparency, all salaries at Causal Design are determined by our competitive standardized pay scale.

Benefits, which may be updated from time to time in accordance with company policy, include, but are not limited to, the following:

• 11 paid holidays
• 20 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) annually
• Qualified Small Employer Health Reimbursement Arrangement (QSEHRA) allowance
• A safe harbor 401K match
• Parental leave
• Hybrid work environment, with Monday-Thursday in office and Fridays from home
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and collaborative team environment

6. Application

To apply, please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant supporting documents to by the application deadline. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. NOTE: Please put “Business Development Manager Application (Denote whether Senior-level OR Mid-level)– (First Name Last Name)” in the subject line of the email.

7. Equal Employment Opportunity/Fair Employment Practices

Causal Design is an equal-opportunity employer and makes decisions based on merit and business needs. The Company does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, veteran or military status, sex, sexual orientation, or gender (which includes gender identity or gender expression), pregnancy (including childbirth or related conditions and lactation/breastfeeding), marital status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, taking or requesting statutorily protected leave or other benefit, or any other characteristics protected by federal or state laws, regulations, and/or any executive order, except as allowed by law. In addition, the Company prohibits the harassment of any individual on any of the bases listed above or any other protected characteristics.