Experienced Virtual Assistant: Proposal Writing + Project Admin

An established research and MEL consulting firm is seeking a part-time Virtual Assistant (10–20 hours/week) to provide ongoing support to our business development team.

This is not a general admin or data entry role. We’re looking for someone with hands-on experience supporting consultants, NGOs, or researchers—particularly in proposal preparation, project coordination, and donor-funded assignments.

Who This Role Is For:
You have worked in international development, donor-funded consulting, or academic research environments. You’re confident writing and formatting proposals, managing deliverables, and supporting project teams. You’re not a beginner—you’re detail-oriented, reliable, and understand how fast-moving consulting or research teams operate.

Key Responsibilities:
*Track and flag RFPs, EOIs, and funding opportunities (e.g. Devex, donor portals, LinkedIn)
*Assist with proposal preparation (CV formatting, capability statements, compliance documents)
*Maintain trackers for opportunities, deliverables, and timelines
*Coordinate with subcontractors, consultants, and field teams
*Maintain and update a CV and project database

To Apply, Please Include:
*One example of a proposal or EOI you’ve helped prepare or submit
*Your hourly rate in GBP
*Your weekly availability (hours and time zone)
*A short note (max 200 words) about your experience in business development or project coordination in research, consulting, or development sectors

At least 5 years similar experience within the development sector in Africa would be an advantage.