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About the role
This role seeks to maximise InspirAction’s fundraising potential. The post is the first point of call for raising funds for InspirAction Spain, with individual supporters and with trusts, foundations and major and institutional donors. The role manages Spanish fundraising activities and works with IA management and Christian Aid to maximise opportunities to raise funds for work in Spain and with wider CA programmes in LAC and with InspirAction US.
The post holder will be expected to develop a new fundraising strategy for the organisation and work to maintain and develop fundraising contacts and opportunities for InspirAction in Spain, the EU and beyond and to build the individual giving portfolio through a range of on and off line methods that also manage individuals' support journeys.
The role has to maintain a detailed understanding of the supporter database, the data held and all processes related to maximising the relationship with committed givers. The role will lead on maximising income from individual and major donors and minimising attrition through proactive communication and contact with supporters.
Reporting to the Country Director – Spain this position will be expected to represent InspirAction to potential donors and supporters.
The role offers a unique opportunity to develop InspirAction’s fundraising and will be expected to meet fundraising targets from donors and individual supporters. The role sits within the IA team in Madrid but is closely linked to other parts of the Christian Aid Global Partnership, particularly the Programme Innovation and Funding, InspirAction US and the Latin America and Caribbean Divisions.
About you
Essential
Degree or equivalent qualification
Knowledge of international development
Effective networker and influencer
Proven ability to write effective proposals
Creativeness, innovation and proactiveness
Ability to develop new relationships with potential funders (institutional and private)
Ability to monitor initiatives and evaluate finding systematically and methodically
Database management skills
Experience in organizing events and fundraising activities
Degree or equivalent qualification
Knowledge of international development
Effective networker and influencer
Proven ability to write effective proposals
Creativeness, innovation and proactiveness
Ability to develop new relationships with potential funders (institutional and private)
Ability to monitor initiatives and evaluate finding systematically and methodically
Database management skills
Experience in organizing events and fundraising activities
Significant experience of fundraising with a track record of gaining funds from institutional donors and trusts and foundations (including turning complex programmes into creative and inspiring proposals)
Significant experience of managing supporter relations
Experience of preparing and implementing a fundraising strategy
Substantial experience of responding appropriately to the requirements and demands of funders, with the ability to handle and respond positively to pressure
Understanding of GDPR
Excellent abilities to work with others as well as in an autonomous manner. The post holder must be able to assume responsibilities for his/her own work
Fluent in English and Spanish
Ability to develop strong working relationships with colleagues located in other parts of the world
Desirable
Understanding of key development issues in LAC
Numeracy skills for budgeting and financial analysis
Experience of working in a small office environment
Second language – Portuguese or French
Further information:
This role requires applicants to have the right to work in the country where this position is based.
We value diversity and aspire to reflect this in its workforce. We welcome applications from people from all sections of the community, irrespective of race, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief.
You can expect a wide range of rewards and benefits, including a generous holiday allowance, a season ticket loan, and flexibility that will ensure you enjoy a good work/life balance.
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