Project and Proposal Coordinator

Planet Partnerships; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 1,400 - 2,200; Full time

Job summary

Planet Partnerships, LLC invites applications for a Project and Proposal Coordinator to support business development, project management, and research across our sustainable investment portfolio. The role is on-site at our Bali (Sanur) office, with collaboration across Asia-Pacific, Sub-Saharan Africa, the United States, and other regions.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strategic thinking, strong communication, and a passion for economic development and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field; Master’s degrees highly regarded.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience with a development consulting firm, government agency, financial institution, NGO, or other relevant organization.
• Passion for economic development, environmental conservation, poverty alleviation, private sector development, and entrepreneurship.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong time and task management skills.
• Thrive in fast-paced and dynamic environments working independently / in cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical, critical, and strategic thinking abilities.
• Thrive on challenges and continuous growth.
• Flexible and effective in working across time zones and international contexts.
• Speak fluent and write professionally in English and Bahasa Indonesia.
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Teams, etc.).
• Experience using professional networking and talent acquisition platforms.

Responsibilities

• Support expression of interest and proposal development by developing clear, persuasive submissions.
• Lead the recruitment of external advisors for ongoing and upcoming development projects worldwide.
• Conduct in-depth research and analysis on topics related to capital mobilization, infrastructure development, and sustainable finance.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure effective communication and alignment on project objectives.
• Build and maintain relationships with domain experts, implementing partners, private enterprise, and clients.
• Support project travel planning and logistics for new business and project delivery teams.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Time management

Cross-functional teamwork

Fluent English and Bahasa Indonesia

Microsoft Office proficiency

Research skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in finance, economics, environmental engineering, law, or sustainable development

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Teams

Job description

PROJECT AND PROPOSAL COORDINATOR

Employer

Planet Partnerships, LLC

Website

www.planetpartnerships.org

Application Close

20 September 2026 (anticipated start date: October 1, 2026)

Contract Type

12-month full time contract (3-month probation period) with competitive salary

Location

Sanur, Bali, Indonesia (on-site)

About Us

Planet Partnerships is a boutique investment and financial advisory firm specializing in the mobilization of blended finance and private capital. We catalyze sustainable growth by accelerating investments in infrastructure, industries, and ecosystems. As transaction advisors, investment facilitators, and capital mobilization specialists, Planet Partnerships is a diverse team of economists, financial experts, lawyers, urban planners, engineers, and environmentalists.

We develop elegant solutions to complex economic development problems in policy reform, private sector engagement, public services and infrastructure delivery, financial sector innovation, and transaction development. Working with partners, we design and structure investments that deliver economic and social impact through innovative financing strategies. Our clients include the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC), World Bank, International Finance Corporation (IFC), U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC), African Development Bank, Conservation International, and others.

Position Description

Planet Partnerships is advertising for a Project and Proposal Coordinator to support new business, project management, and research across our portfolio of economic development, ecosystem conservation, and sustainable investment projects. The role will be performed from our Bali (Sanur) office, working with our international teams in the Asia-Pacific, Sub-Saharan Africa, United States, and other geographies.

Planet Partnerships is seeking a committed and engaged team player who demonstrates strategic and critical thinking, outstanding communication skills, and a passion for economic development and sustainability. The successful candidate will gain exposure to dynamic opportunities for growth across business lines. Primary responsibilities will include the following:

• Support expression of interest and proposal development by developing clear, persuasive, and compliant submissions.
• Lead the recruitment of external advisors for ongoing and upcoming development projects worldwide.
• Conduct in-depth research and analysis on various topics related to capital mobilization, infrastructure development, and sustainable finance.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to ensure effective communication, collaboration, and alignment on project objectives.
• Build and maintain relationships with domain experts, implementing partners, private enterprise, and clients.
• Support project travel planning and logistics for new business and project delivery teams.

This is a full-time, long-term position where we will provide ongoing opportunities for exposure, growth, and mentorship to the successful applicant.

Candidate Qualification

At Planet Partnerships, our work cuts across sectors, industries, markets, and regions. As a result, we look for talented problem solvers and well-rounded professionals who have both a deep and broad view of sustainable economic development. Our preferred qualifications for this position are:

• Bachelor’s degree in relevant field such as finance, economics, environmental engineering, law, and sustainable development. Master’s degrees in a relevant field are highly regarded.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience with a development consulting firm, government agency, financial institution, NGO, or other relevant organization.
• Passion for economic development, environmental conservation, poverty alleviation, private sector development, and entrepreneurship.
• Highly organized and detail-oriented, with strong time and task management skills.
• Thrive in fast-paced and dynamic environments working independently / in cross-functional teams.
• Strong analytical, critical, and strategic thinking abilities.
• Thrive on challenges and continuous growth.
• Flexible and effective in working across time zones and international contexts.
• Speak fluent and write professionally in English and Bahasa Indonesia.
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook, Teams, etc.).
• Experience using professional networking and talent acquisition platforms.