QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS
Our Approach to Qualifications
IN+PRO is committed to two promises:
1. To deliver high‑quality, professional consultancy services to clients, and
2. To create opportunities for PLHIV to grow, develop, and lead.
To honor both, IN+PRO uses a qualifications framework that values formal experience, community leadership, lived experience, and demonstrated potential. We recognize that PLHIV often navigate non‑traditional career paths, and we welcome diverse forms of expertise.
IN+PRO CURATING TEAM
The Curating Team is the heart of IN+PRO. It is the group of PLHIV professionals who design, deliver, and uphold the quality of all consultancy services offered under the IN+PRO platform. The team brings together technical expertise, lived experience, and a shared commitment to creating inclusive, stigma‑free professional spaces.
IN+PRO offers three pathways for joining the Curating Team:
Lead Curator (Senior Consultant)
Curator (Consultant)
Apprentice (Intern / Early‑career Professional)
LEAD CURATOR
QUALIFICATIONS
A person living with HIV (open within the team; public disclosure not required).
A national of and based in an Asian country, bringing cultural awareness and regional insight.
Post‑graduate degree or equivalent professional or community‑based experience (typically 7+ years).
Significant experience in project management, proposal development, or technical leadership.
Strong communication skills and the ability to present ideas clearly to clients and partners.
Demonstrated ability to lead teams, mentor colleagues, and manage complex assignments.
Proficiency in English for both written and verbal communication.
PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES
1. Responding to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and identifying opportunities.
Lead Curators are able to spot potential consultancy opportunities and understand how to respond to RFPs in a way that aligns with client needs. This includes reviewing requirements, gathering relevant information, and preparing thoughtful, competitive submissions.
2. Developing technical proposals and presenting them to clients.
Lead Curators can translate ideas into clear, well‑structured proposals that explain the approach, methods, and expected results. They are also confident in presenting these proposals to clients in a way that is engaging and easy to understand.
3. Preparing financial proposals and budget narratives.
Lead Curators understand the basics of budgeting and can prepare simple, accurate financial proposals. They can explain how resources will be used and ensure that budgets match the scope and goals of the project.
4. Designing project plans, implementation frameworks, and activity approaches.
Lead Curators help shape the roadmap for a project by outlining activities, timelines, responsibilities, and expected outcomes. They contribute to creating frameworks that guide smooth and effective implementation.
5. Applying project management principles, including risk mitigation and resource planning.
Lead Curators support the management of projects from start to finish. They help track progress, manage timelines, anticipate challenges, and ensure that work is delivered on time and to a high standard.
6. Creating or adapting modules, tools, and frameworks for client use.
Lead Curators contribute to developing practical tools, training modules, or frameworks that help clients achieve their goals. They bring creativity and lived experience to ensure these tools are relevant, inclusive, and effective.
CURATOR
QUALIFICATIONS
A person living with HIV (open within the team; public disclosure not required).
A national of and based in an Asian country.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in community work, advocacy, or project roles.
Typically 3–7 years of experience in a relevant field.
Strong teamwork and communication skills.
Ability to manage tasks, coordinate activities, and support project implementation.
PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES
1. Developing technical or project proposals.
Curators help shape ideas into clear, well‑structured proposals that respond to a client’s needs. This includes understanding the context, researching relevant information, and presenting solutions in a way that is thoughtful, practical, and easy to understand.
2. Implementing modules, frameworks, or tools developed by the team.
Curators apply the tools and frameworks created by IN+PRO to support clients. They help deliver trainings, facilitate activities, or use structured approaches that make project work more effective and inclusive.
3. Developing workplans and activity schedules.
Curators help map out the steps needed to deliver a project. They outline tasks, timelines, responsibilities, and expected outputs so that the team and clients have a clear roadmap to follow.
4. Managing or coordinating project activities.
Curators support the smooth running of projects by coordinating tasks, communicating with partners, and helping ensure that activities stay on track. They contribute to problem‑solving and help maintain momentum throughout the project cycle.
5. Preparing program or project reports.
Curators can document progress, gather and interpret information, and prepare reports that communicate results to clients and partners. They help ensure that project achievements, challenges, and lessons are captured accurately and meaningfully.
6. Supporting basic financial reporting and budget justifications.
Curators understand the basics of budgeting and can help prepare simple financial reports. They can explain how resources were used and ensure that expenses align with project plans and donor requirements.
7. Supporting monitoring and evaluation tasks.
Curators assist in tracking progress, gathering data, and assessing whether activities are meeting their goals. They help identify what is working well and where adjustments may be needed.
APPRENTICE
QUALIFICATIONS
A person living with HIV (public disclosure not required).
A national of and based in an Asian country.
Bachelor’s degree or currently pursuing one.
Some professional, volunteer, or community experience (formal or informal).
Clear interest in developing a professional career in consulting, advocacy, or project work.
Ability to articulate personal learning goals and areas for growth.
Good written and spoken English.
Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
GROWTH FOCUS
Apprentices grow through hands‑on experience, mentorship, and structured support that helps them build confidence and develop core consultancy skills. Throughout their journey, they strengthen their abilities in:
Proposal writing — learning how to turn ideas into clear, well‑structured proposals that communicate solutions and respond to client needs.
Project coordination — supporting the planning and organization of project activities, helping ensure that tasks, timelines, and communications run smoothly.
Communication — developing strong written and verbal communication skills that support teamwork, client engagement, and professional expression.
Research — building the ability to gather information, analyze data, and translate insights into practical recommendations for projects.
Facilitation — gaining experience in guiding discussions, supporting group activities, and helping create safe, inclusive spaces for learning and collaboration.
Professional confidence and leadership — growing into their voice as emerging PLHIV professionals, strengthening self‑belief, and developing the leadership qualities needed to take on more advanced roles.