Job Description

Who We Are

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It all started with a simple idea in 2011: Let’s build a development consultancy firm where the only priority is to help those in need. Profit, image and politics are all secondary.

Today, MzN International operates as a social enterprise, helping NGOs and international organisations in 50 + countries around the world do good – better – and making business operations, models and strategies more sustainable. We are guided by a strict ethical code and a willingness to challenge conventional thinking.


A social enterprise We operate as a financially sustainable enterprise. All the work we do generates a surplus with which we finance investments in continuous improvement and research.


Our ethical code We are committed to strict ethical guidelines, including the Red Cross Code of Conduct and other international standards. We refuse to work with organisations that undermine these standards and values.


Challenging conventional thinking We think outside the box, continue to challenge assumptions and invest in research and innovation. In 2014, we worked with the University of Bristol to develop a new concept of beneficiary-led aid. In 2015, we worked on the co-developed Humanitarian Impact Bonds to help close the gap in funding for humanitarian assistance worldwide.


A bit dfferent Because we are a professional services and development consultancy firm operating as a social enterprise, we do things a bit differently. Instead of a lengthy set of rules for our employees, we promote autonomy and self-responsibility. This keeps internal red tape to a minimum. In fact, our employee guidelines fit on just one page.


We operate digitally We work digitally. Our digital infrastructure allows us to work flexibly, asynchronously and to hire the best, most diversified talent, regardless of where they are located.


100% carbon negative Like every year, in 2023, we calculated our carbon footprint and are planting trees through The Generation Forest cooperative to double offset our carbon emissions.

About Human Planet

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Our Core Offerings

We deliver transactions and strategic advisory to investors, asset managers, companies, donors, and organisations by mobilising capital to support development, humanitarian, and climate projects worldwide.


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For Capital Providers

Deep expertise, robust networks, and end-to-end support for structuring and monitoring investments.


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For Capital Seekers

Tailored advisory for fundraising, project design, expansion, and impact creation.


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For Governments & Donors

Strategic advice that shapes policies and unlocks sustainable impact.


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A career that fits you

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We are problem solvers and creative thinkers, facilitators and analysts. We work with non-profits and corporates across the globe towards the SDGs. Doing good is hard work. We know that it needs to be done better.

We welcome applications from individuals who are passionate and pragmatic about what they do. What makes us different is our unwillingness to settle and our unrelenting drive to make doing good better.


If you match this mind-set and have the relevant thematic and regional expertise, then we would like to hear from you.


We only accept applications for the vacancies below and we look at each application. You will be kept informed about every step of the review process. MzN is an equal opportunity employer. All our offices are barrier free.


Whether you are an experienced professional or recent graduate, working with MzN International could be a rewarding and challenging next step. We come from a wide variety of backgrounds. What unifies us is our unrelenting drive to do better.


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Diversity and inclusion

Inclusion and diversity is not just an important topic to talk about. It is a right. And we know that diversity is our strength as a global team. To put this into practice, we designed a transparent career ladder, an open remuneration structure and work in open digital spaces where every team member can contribute.


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The job has to fit your life. Not the other way around.

We think that your friends, family and health come first. Always. We therefore build a work structure that is digital first, office and location free and based on self-responsibility. There are no official working times, no fixed location requirements and flexible holiday arrangements. We have no more offices and you can work when and where you want.


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What we offer:

A competitive salary Flexible working arrangements – work anytime Paid parental and carer leave Work anywhere with full employment benefits – available in over 160 countries Additional contributions to your pension, health insurance and other social security where needed Bonus and equity scheme

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Consultant - Non-profit Organisations

(Business development, strategy and organisational restructuring)

Together with colleagues around the globe, connected in purpose and powered by a 100% digital infrastructure, we build funding strategies for change making partners in humanitarian aid and development action. Together, we build better organisations and strategies that deliver impact in support of the SDGs. In short, we make doing good better. Join us.

The job in brief

Work directly with our non-profit organisations in the interconnected areas of + Business Development Strategies
+ Strategy renewal
+ Organisational restructuring
Lead and co-lead projects that build better organisations Write reports and briefings that change organisations, based on solid analysis and participatory consulting methods Full-time or part-time (minimum 14 days per month) Based anywhere, connect online, work anytime Competitive remuneration Start: anytime

Must-have experience & skills

At least 7 years proposal writing experience Excellent people management and workshop facilitation skills Experience in either creating funding strategies, organisational restructuring or development of new organisational strategies Advanced digital collaboration skills & attitude to work with a global team Outstanding proposal writing capacities with proven experience writing successful proposals to main donors.

You will join an internationally distributed team, working 100% online in an agile methodology. Working in sprints for NGOs and IGOs worldwide, you will be a trusted and valued team member in charge of client projects.


There is no fixed hierarchy, and you will sometimes find yourself the lead on work, and something a team member. Teams are self-forming, so you can heavily influence how far you like to go in our career.


Whilst working with an ever-increasing degree of autonomy after your onboarding phase, you can rely on project leaders and consultants across the globe for help, support and advice.


MzN is a small, agile organisation. We trust each other and treat each other with respect. We work at peak productivity, with intense sprints and lower demand times, operating in a customised online environment that purposely minimises internal meetings, administrative tasks or regulation. You can work where, when and how you like. In addition to flexible holidays, we pay particular attention to ensure that everyone’s personal circumstances and ambitions are considered. We are all parents, spouses, family members, friends first, and professionals second.


Applications are accepted here only. We will respond to all complete and relevant applications only.