SENIOR PROJECT DEVELOPMENT & PHILANTHROPY OFFICER

The INTASAVE Partnership and CARIBSAVE are seeking an experienced and self-motivated individual for the position of Senior Project Development and Philanthropy Officer (SPD&PO), initially for a two-year term (open to renewal for the right candidate). The SPD&PO will work directly with the Manager of Philanthropy and International Project Development, identifying, coordinating and delivering on opportunities to secure significant resources and funding from a variety of major national, regional and international donors and organisations. The other duties of the position are:

• Identifying and assessing opportunities for new projects and initiatives

• Undertaking research for funding proposals; which may be specific to a climate related activity or for a particular donor;

• Undertaking research, to include collecting, collating and analysing information and data, relevant to INTASAVE’s and CARIBSAVE’s current and potential work;

• Developing and writing complex climate related proposals, for example to research councils, statutory donors and global funding institutions;

• Analysing and advising on INTASAVE’s fundraising strategy

• Completing suitability statements and other promotional pieces for third-party funding submissions;

• Promoting INTASAVE and its work globally;

• Assisting with communications and marketing tasks, associated with fundraising, e.g. website, copy; and

• Other duties as assigned from time to time.

  Essential selection criteria are as follows:

   

• Master’s degree in a relevant subject with strong focus on climate change OR/AND the equivalent in terms of experience and seniority;

• Knowledge and experience of sustainable development issues and/or climate compatible development;

• Extensive experience of proposal writing and producing complex documents for consumption by both technical and non-technical users;

• Experience of fundraising from a variety of international development focused donors and funders, with demonstrable results;

• Experience of analysing fundraising approaches and providing input into fundraising strategic development;

• Ability to review, analyse and synthesise long and detailed documents and reports;

• Excellent written and communication skills;

• Strong computer skills, particularly digital presentations, Word documents and Excel calculations;

• Ability to multi-task, work under pressure and meet regular tight deadlines;

• A flexible, methodical and conscientious approach to work;

• Ability to work both independently and as a team;

• Self-motivated and passionate about the subject of climate change; and

• Experience of working for a global organisation with international standards and expectations, in relation to delivery, implementation and performance.

The INTASAVE Partnership & CARIBSAVE are Not-For-Profit international organisations with regional headquarters in the Caribbean, Africa, Asia and UK/Europe, working across South-South regions. The INTASAVE Partnership specialises in innovative climate change solutions and sustainable international development, working around the world with governments, regional organisations, communities, the private sector, universities, international development agencies and development banks.  Further details about our work can be found on our website: www.intasave-caribsave.org

Salary for this position will be commensurate with skills and competences. Please submit your application complete with a covering letter and CV to the Human Resource Manager at: hr@intasave.org. When submitting your application please quote reference SENIOR PROJECT DEVELOPMENT AND PHILANTHROPY OFFICER in the subject title of the email and indicate where the advertisement was seen.

PLEASE NOTE the successful candidate will be responsible for acquiring the necessary work permit/visa to work and be based in South Africa, as required.

Closing date for applications: Friday, 25 April 2014

Interviews for shortlisted candidates are expected to be held during the week commencing 5^th May.