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Cost Specialist

International Development Group Advisory Services LLC
Arlington, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 2/12/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/12/2025

Job Description

Cost Specialist Job Description

International Development Group LLC (IDG) assists donors, governments, and the private sector to achieve sustainable, broad-based economic development and poverty reduction that makes a real and measurable impact for communities and countries around the globe. We achieve these goals through capacity building of individuals and institutions in the public, private, and not-for-profit sectors, fostering synergies between local knowledge and international experience.

The Cost Specialist works closely with the proposal teams in developing cost proposals and budgeting for new business efforts in compliance with solicitation requirements. The Cost Specialist works under the general supervision of the Sr Advisor, Cost and Pricing.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Assist in pricing, budgeting, and preparation of cost proposals for select capture and proposal efforts.
  • Prepare supporting documentation for proposal submissions, including budget narratives and financial information.
  • In collaboration with the Sr Advisor, design budget and cost proposal templates for different types of cost proposals.
  • Provides support to proposal teams and leadership to assist in the development of winning proposals.
  • Helps analyze financial impact of proposed terms and conditions.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

  • Bachelor's degree in international development, international affairs, finance, accounting, economics, or related with 2-3 years of experience required. Master's degree preferred
  • 2-3 years of professional experience in cost proposal development required.
  • Experience working in an international development consulting firm that serves the US Agency for International Development (USAID) and other similar donors preferred.
  • Familiarity with USAID regulations and policies (including AIDAR and FAR regulations).
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and on a team in a culturally diverse environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure on multiple concurrent projects.
  • High level proficiency in MS Office Applications, experience using Adobe and other graphic design programs.
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