Job Title: Head of Business Development and Resource Mobilisation
Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Mode: Hybrid

About Verite Research

Verité Research is a private, interdisciplinary think tank based in Colombo, conducting leading-edge research in economics, politics, law, governance and ant-corruption and media. Our research teams cross-fertilize and improve each other’s insights, providing a powerful lens into Sri Lanka’s complex politico-economic environment. Verite seeks to enhance critical discourse and influence decision-makers and the public through relevant, credible information, analysis, and solutions.

Why Verite Research

At the heart of our work is a dual commitment: to pursue knowledge that advances truth, advances justice, and advances the common good, and to strive to have that knowledge translate into real-world outcomes. We are organised across three main divisions: Economics; Law and Governance; and Media and Politics.

We consistently aim to bring about real change through transformative research and are guided by our core values: professionalism, ethics, curiosity, supportiveness, and humility. By joining our research team, you will be pushed intellectually and have the opportunity to enhance your skills in critical thinking, analysis, writing, and communication. You will be an integral part of an interdisciplinary work environment and have a real, on the ground influence on public policy through rigorous research.

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About the role  

Verité Research is seeking a strategic and results-oriented professional to lead its Business Development and resource mobilisation function. 

The successful candidate will develop and implement Verité Research’s funding strategy, maintain a prioritised funding pipeline, strengthen relationships with funders and partners, provide strategic oversight of priority proposals, and strengthen the systems, processes and capabilities needed for effective Business Development.   

Key Roles and Responsibilities 

• Develop and implement the Business Development and resource mobilisation strategy. 
• Track funder priorities, calls, budgets and compliance requirements. 
• Maintain a diversified and prioritised funding pipeline across different funding sources. 
• Build relationships with funders, partners and potential collaborators. 
• Take overall accountability for the timely submission of compliant, high-quality proposals.
• Lead the Business Development team, strengthen capacities, systems and tools.  

Expected Results 

• A clear funding strategy and prioritised pipeline guide resource allocation. 
• Priority proposals are well aligned with funder requirements and organisational priorities. 
• Funder relationships, proposal performance and funding gaps are actively managed and reported. 
• Business Development systems, processes and team capability are strengthened.  

Experience and Achievements 

We are looking for someone with: 

• Demonstrable experience in Business Development, resource mobilisation, fundraising. 
• A record of contributing to or leading successful proposals for international funders. 
• Experience interpreting funder strategies, calls, budgets and compliance requirements. 
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and managing competing deadlines. 
• Experience in research, think tanks or international development is desirable. 

This is an opportunity to shape the funding strategy and future growth of Sri Lanka’s largest think tank.  

Interested in Making an Impact?

Verité seeks to build a team that reflects a broad range of experiences, identities and viewpoints. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds. 

To apply, please email your CV, cover letter and writing sample to work@veriteresearch.org with the subject line “[Position Title] Application”. Due to the volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, with no fixed deadline. We are always keen to hear from individuals who are motivated by rigorous research, public policy, and the opportunity to make a real-world impact.