Application Guide

How to Apply for BHR Partnerships and Development Officer

at Global Rights Compliance

🏢 About Global Rights Compliance

Global Rights Compliance (GRC) is a unique hybrid of policy makers, lawyers, and development experts, dedicated to advancing accountability through international law. With a strong focus on business and human rights (BHR), GRC offers a mission-driven environment where your work directly impacts vulnerable communities and corporate accountability.

About This Role

As BHR Partnerships and Development Officer, you will drive strategic growth by identifying funding opportunities and building donor relationships. This role is pivotal in securing resources for high-impact BHR initiatives, from supply chain due diligence to justice system strengthening, making you a key contributor to GRC’s global influence.

💡 A Day in the Life

Your day might start with scanning donor portals for new BHR funding opportunities, then drafting a concept note for a supply chain due diligence project. Afternoon could involve a coordination call with the Head of BHR to refine a proposal strategy, followed by reviewing partner agreements and updating a donor engagement tracker.

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🎯 Who Global Rights Compliance Is Looking For

  • Has at least 3 years of hands-on experience in Business & Human Rights, responsible business conduct, or supply chain due diligence, with a strong understanding of international frameworks like the UN Guiding Principles.
  • Proven track record in business development and donor engagement, including successful proposal development for institutional donors (e.g., EU, USAID, FCDO).
  • Exceptional research and analytical skills, able to quickly grasp complex BHR issues and translate them into compelling funding proposals.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication in English, with experience drafting concept notes and full proposals under tight deadlines.

📝 Tips for Applying to Global Rights Compliance

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Tailor your CV to highlight both BHR expertise and business development wins—quantify results (e.g., 'secured $500k grant from EU for supply chain project').

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In your cover letter, explicitly link your past work to GRC’s focus areas (e.g., accountability, justice systems) and mention specific donors you’ve worked with.

3

Research GRC’s recent projects and publications (e.g., on Ukraine or Myanmar) and reference them to show genuine interest.

4

Prepare a writing sample of a concept note or proposal you’ve led, ideally in the BHR space, and attach it with your application.

5

Demonstrate familiarity with donor requirements (e.g., EU’s logical framework, USAID’s PPR) in your application materials.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Your specific experience in BHR and how it aligns with GRC’s mission to promote accountability through international law.', 'Concrete examples of successful donor engagement and proposal development, including the types of donors and funding amounts.', 'Your understanding of the current BHR landscape (e.g., EU Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive) and how it creates funding opportunities.', 'Your ability to work remotely and coordinate across teams, as this role involves close collaboration with the Head of BHR and Partnerships team.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Review GRC’s website and recent reports, especially their BHR work (e.g., on conflict-affected areas or supply chains).
  • → Look at GRC’s donor list (e.g., EU, Norway, UK) and understand their funding priorities in human rights and accountability.
  • → Read about the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive and other relevant legislation to speak knowledgeably during interviews.
  • → Familiarize yourself with GRC’s team structure and key personnel, particularly the Head of BHR and Partnerships Director.
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💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How do you identify and prioritize funding opportunities in the BHR space? Walk us through your process.
2 Describe a time you led a proposal for an institutional donor. What challenges did you face and how did you overcome them?
3 What are the key trends in business and human rights that you think will shape donor priorities in the next 2-3 years?
4 How would you approach building a partnership with a corporate or civil society organization for a BHR project?
5 Give an example of how you ensured quality and compliance in a proposal submission (e.g., meeting donor formatting and deadline requirements).
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Sending a generic application that doesn’t mention BHR or GRC’s specific work—this shows lack of interest.
  • Overemphasizing legal background without demonstrating business development or donor engagement skills.
  • Failing to provide concrete examples of past proposal wins or partnership outcomes—vague claims are not convincing.

📅 Application Timeline

⏰ Deadline: July 27, 2026

We recommend applying at least a few days early to avoid last-minute technical issues.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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