Consultant Business & Partnership Development

PCI India, a registered Indian society, has been working in India for the past 27 years. We drive interventions to transform the lives of communities at scale by solving complex development problems. In the past year, PCI India reached more than 20 million people in 250 Districts in 17 States.

Vision A happy, healthy, safe and a sustainable world for all.

Mission Rooted in community realities, we co create and scale sustainable solutions to complex development problems.

• Excellence Quality in everything no matter how small, is paramount.
• Respect There is inherent value in all people for who they are and what they contribute.
• Collaboration Only through collaboration we can address complex development problems.
• Boldness Boldness requires disruptive thinking backed up by courage and conviction.
• Creativity Creativity ensures dynamic responsiveness, relevance and impact.
• Integrity Integrity is non-negotiable in both personal and professional domains.

PCI is committed to providing equal opportunity to all working for it and in creating an inclusive work environment. We respect the diversity of our people and follow a fair, non-discriminatory approach in terms of gender, age, nationality race, caste, religion, community, marital status, physical challenge, and sexual orientation.

We promote diversity in the workplace and ensure a culture of zero tolerance to any form of discrimination, abuse or harassment whether sexual, physical or psychological.

PCI provides equal opportunity in recruitment, appraisals, promotion and career progression. Our people policies are fair, objective and non-discriminatory and everyone is expected to adhere to them.

Skill and Competencies

• Strong understanding of solar energy systems, renewable energy technologies, and market dynamics.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in financial modelling and project management tools.
• Ability to analyse regulatory frameworks and their implications for business operations.

How to apply: Interested candidates can apply for the Position by using the following link:

About the Role

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify, evaluate, and pursue business opportunities in renewable energy, sustainability, and aligned sectors.
• Develop business growth strategies, new revenue streams and action plans to expand market presence.
• Conduct market research to assess potential partners, funding opportunities, and industry trends.

• Write compelling concept notes, brief summaries, EoIs and funding applications tailored to donor requirements.
• Manage grant agreements, ensuring compliance with donor guidelines and timely reporting.

Proposal and DPR Development

• Prepare detailed and persuasive project proposals to align with client and funder requirements.
• Develop Detailed Project Reports (DPRs) outlining project objectives, financial models, technical plans, and implementation strategies.
• Ensure proposals and DPRs are data-driven, compliant with regulatory requirements, and aligned with organizational goals.

Capacity Building and Advocacy

• Train and mentor team members in credit access, market assessment, fulfilling DPR and ensuring quality submission.
• Advocate for the organization s goals in industry forums, policy discussions, exhibitions and other public platforms

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• Recognise prospective clients in the region, creates a client database identifying their needs, initiates follow-up actions and prepares financial models and planning template for their growth.

• Results-driven with a Go to Market attitude who has an ability to connect with people, build client contacts at higher level and should be able to convert contacts into business opportunities.
• Passion for sustainability and renewable energy.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external guidelines, policies and procedures.

• Additional Requirements:

  • Willingness to travel for client meetings, conferences, and site visits.

• A warm, inclusive and happy work environment.
• Performance driven reward mechanism.
• Best of class benefits with competitive remunerations.
• Health Insurance coverage for self, spouse Children.
• Group Terms Life Insurance and Group Accident Insurance for Self.
• All other statutory benefits.
• Regular Recognition of performance and PCI Value display in work
• An empowering organisation structure which values individual s skills, competencies and potential.
• Opportunities to operate in cross functional role.
• Higher responsibilities and larger roles are merit based.
• Young Talent Programs for developing future leaders.
• Leadership roles for women is encouraged and given preference in selection and training.

1. Applications will be shortlisted based on the specified criteria mentioned in the Job Description.
2. Shortlisted candidates will appear for a written assignment (if required).
3. Group Discussions may be part of the interview process for certain positions.
4. The process could also include presentation of the assignment.
5. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend one or more rounds of panel interview/s.

The complete process usually takes 2 to 3 weeks. If your application is not shortlisted, you will receive a mail from the People Culture team. Those moving to the final round of interviews will be hearing from the People Culture team. We prefer in person meetings but in case of location distances, we are happy to meet you virtually.

After the final round, if you are not selected for the position advertised, we will inform you over a mail. However, we invite you to apply to other open positions. We always look forward to engaging with talent that add value to our endeavours in various capacities.

PCI is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct