Fundraising Lead

Job description

Identify and Develop Sustainable Funding Strategies

• Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to create funding opportunities
• Innovate new funding models (across corporate, private, institutional funders, and philanthropic foundations) to deliver financial sustainability and growth
• Ensure ethical practices in fundraising activities to maintain trust

Develop Proposals and Organize Engagement Events

• Develop creative funding proposals to be pitched across a wide variety of stakeholders
• Organize and partner on engagement events to connect researchers, donors, and community members
• Ensure transparency and integrity in the research proposal process

Build & Maintain Partnerships with Organizations

• Forge strong relationships with funding organizations and strategic partners to secure funding
• Foster a supportive environment within partnerships for mutual growth and success
• Ensure inclusivity and diversity in partnership development for broad impact
• Deliver reports to funding organisations regarding the use of funds and impact generated

Engage Team Members & Key Collaborators to Support Fundraising Efforts

• Empower team members and collaborators to contribute effectively to fundraising efforts
• Create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and motivated to support fundraising goals

Your profile

You have experience in fundraising and partnership building and are an independent, creative, and personable colleague. You can develop and implement effective strategies to collaborate with external partners and advance the sustainable development of our research.

You have a proven track record in both (i) writing grant proposals and (ii) developing events and programs to engage potential partners.

You see this role as an opportunity to establish a new program that significantly contributes to global biodiversity research and to address pressing sustainability challenges of our time.

Looking ahead, you will be motivated to build a team that enhances the longevity of our research efforts.

We are seeking an individual who is proactive and adaptable, able to thrive in a dynamic work environment. Your role will entail continuous learning and the ability to swiftly adapt to new challenges.

You are used to meet tight deadlines and formulate pitches and ideas promptly and effectively.

While formal knowledge in earth or environmental science isn't required, you'll be responsible for effectively communicating our scientific findings to a diverse audience, in collaboration with our Head of Science and Policy Director.