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IIED is an international policy and research organisation working to build a fairer, more sustainable world, in partnership with others across the globe. We are now looking for a Head of Fundraising & Business Development to join us on a full-time, permanent basis, working 35 hours per week.
Job Responsibility:
Lead efforts to secure and diversify funding, building a sustainable resource base to support our global mission
Lead the Fundraising and Business Development Team
Drive the implementation of our resource mobilisation strategy, focusing on increasing non-ODA income and expanding flexible and programmatic funding
Help close funding gaps by developing strong donor relationships, negotiating funding agreements and shaping compelling funding propositions
Collaborate with the Director of Fundraising and Communications and support engagement with the Board of Trustees
Manage systems, data and internal processes that strengthen fundraising performance and ensure effective delivery
Gather and share intelligence on trends within the funding landscape
Generate new fundraising ideas and opportunities with existing and new funders
Support teams to develop fundraising plans, donor scoping and funding bids
Analyse data to inform fundraising strategies and income generation
Design and manage internal fundraising support processes and systems
Oversee the team budget and support staff development and wellbeing
Requirements:
Significant experience leading fundraising functions in an international NGO or charity
A proven, impressive track record in fundraising
Experience in partnership and consortium development
Management experience with the ability to co-ordinate, support, motivate, energise and develop diverse teams
The ability to design and deliver income-generation strategies across multiple streams
A strong understanding of the evolving landscape of finance and resource mobilisation for sustainable development
A strong understanding of policy and research related to sustainable development at an international level, particularly related to Africa, Asia and/or Latin America
Strong influencing, negotiating, stakeholder engagement and diplomacy skills
A degree in a relevant discipline or equivalent work experience
The willingness and ability to travel internationally
This role requires a Basic DBS check
You will need a suitable place to work and a reliable, fast internet connection
What we offer:
25 days' annual leave per year, plus bank holidays and additional leave over Christmas
7.5% employer pension contributions
Enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay
Cycle-to-work scheme
Employee protection scheme (life, critical illness, income protection)