Director, Partnerships, and Business Development for Cambodia Development Resources Institute (CDRI)
| For : | Cambodian Only |
| Categories : | Advocacy, Business Administration, Community Development, Research / Development, Social Work |
| Schedule : | Full time job |
| Sex : | Male, Female |
| Language : | Khmer, English |
| Location : | Phnom Penh |
| Hiring : | 1 Position |
| Closing Date : | 10th December 2026 |
| Salary : |
Negotiable
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| Experience : | Minimum 7 years |
| Degree : |
The Cambodia Development Resource Institute (CDRI) is Cambodia’s leading independent development policy research institute, that is undergoing a massive transformation. Established in 1990, CDRI produces high-quality, evidence-based research to inform policy and strengthen decision-making for inclusive and sustainable development. With thematic centres spanning Economics, Education, Agriculture, Governance, Environment, and Social Development, CDRI is widely recognised for its contributions to Cambodia’s policy discourse, capacity building, and regional collaboration. As CDRI enters its next phase of institutional growth, it seeks a Director (Partnerships, and Business Development) to lead strategic partnerships, resource mobilisation, and institutional visibility.
We are now looking for qualified candidate to fulfill the position below:
- Strategy Implementation and Institutional Sustainability
- Lead execution of CDRI’s institutional strategy and business plans, converting priorities into actionable initiatives that address operational and financial sustainability.
- Foster innovation by developing new products, services, and funding models that enhance CDRI’s competitiveness and relevance in the evolving development landscape.
- Conduct market analysis to identify emerging funding opportunities and position CDRI as a high-value solutions provider.
- Execution of funding strategy, including donor mapping and basket fund policies.
- Oversee operationalisation and management of the basket fund mechanism to improve coordination, transparency, and effective use of pooled donor resources.
- Building Partnerships, Resource Mobilisation and Stakeholder Engagement
- Drive resource mobilisation through building a diversified, strategic, and sustainable funding portfolio aligned with CDRI’s mission and long-term goals.
- Manage the end-to-end proposal development and donor relations process to secure and steward funding effectively.
- Cultivate and maintain long-term strategic partnerships with development partners, government agencies, the private sector, and regional think tanks.
- Serve as a primary liaison to deepen collaboration and institutional impact.
- Support senior leadership in leveraging institutional networks for strategic growth and organisational performance.
- Institutional Branding and Communication
- Work with the Communications and Research teams to enhance CDRI’s brand visibility and reputation.
- Collaborate with Communications to develop outreach materials and institutional profiles to support partner engagement.
- Strengthen CDRI’s presence across digital platforms, conferences, and policy dialogues.
- Internal Collaboration and Capacity Building
- Collaborate with research centre directors to identify funding priorities and pipeline opportunities.
- Provide training and mentoring to researchers on proposal writing, donor communication, and partnership management.
- Establish systems for business intelligence and donor tracking to ensure efficiency across the institute.
- English - Fluent is required
- Khmer - Good is required
- Postgraduate Degree in International Development, Business Administration, Economics, Public Policy, or a related field.
- Progressively responsible experience in strategy implementation, organisational change or institutional development in complex organisations, business development, fundraising, or partnership management for 7 years as a minimum
- Proven experience contributing to and leading successful resource mobilisation efforts with major donors bilaterial and multilateral agencies, foundations, research and university and individual donors.
- Strong understanding of the development research ecosystem and funding landscape in Southeast Asia.
- Demonstrated ability to lead strategic initiatives and deliver results under pressure.
- Fluency in English; Khmer proficiency.
- Background in management consulting, organisational transformation, or strategy roles within development, research, or policy institutions.
- Experience in strategic organizational development or business strategy.
- Experience in strategic communications or institutional marketing.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and networking skills.
- Ability to drive institutional growth and adapt to changing environments.
- Skilled at building and maintaining trust-based partnerships with high-level stakeholders.
- Proactive and results-oriented approach to identifying new revenue streams and sustainability models.
- High ethical standards and commitment to transparency.
Interested candidates are invited to submit the following:
- A cover letter highlighting motivation, addressing the selection criteria.
- A detailed curriculum vitae (CV), and
- Names and contact details of three professional referees.
Applications should be addressed to: The Executive Director via email address provided in the contact details.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The final deadline: No specific deadline until recruited. Expected staff onboard on 1 Jan 2027
Thanks, From Khmer Online Jobs Team
| Organization : | Cambodia Development Resources Institute (CDRI) |
| Contact Name : | The Executive DirectorCambodia Development Resource Institute (CDRI) |
| Email : | netra@cdri.org.kh |
| Address : | # 56, Street 315, Khan Tuol Kouk, Phnom Penh, Cambodia |
| Website : |
http://www.cdri.org.kh |
