Fundraising Officer – Strategic Partnerships

About the European Climate Foundation

The European Climate Foundation (ECF) was founded in 2008 as a major philanthropic initiative to help tackle climate change by fostering the development of a low-carbon society at the national, European and global level.

ECF is a network organisation that plays four key roles in the climate philanthropy community – strategic grantmaker, thought leader, narrative shaper and network enabler. We support over 300 grantee partners to carry out activities that contribute to the public debate on climate action, drive urgent and ambitious policy in support of the objectives of the Paris Agreement and help deliver a socially responsible transition to a net-zero emissions economy and sustainable society in Europe and around the world.

Context of the role

This exciting new role will bring fresh fundraising perspectives to the Strategic Partnerships team of advancement professionals that is responsible for fundraising strategy and donor relations.

Over the last 18 months, ECF has significantly increased its funding base and expanded to include both professionally staffed philanthropic foundations as well as individual donors across the world. Nonetheless, climate makes up only 2% of the world’s philanthropy which means there are many more potential funding partners out there than we currently know. This role will suit a candidate interested in building a career in philanthropic fundraising.

Key responsibilities

The postholder will contribute to the fundraising pipeline and will be responsible for developing and maintaining a dynamic prospective funding partner database. The postholder will develop research and analysis of modern philanthropic players, alliances, groups and individuals.

The Fundraising Officer will be responsible for:

• Prospect research – develop and maintain a dynamic prospect funder database;
• Data analysis – research, collate and present relevant philanthropic donor data;
• Alliances and memberships – coordinate and maximise the SP team’s membership of various funding alliances and membership groups;
• Internal coordination and communication: liaising with ECF’s programme teams, platforms and communications teams to ensure proper and timely sharing of funding partner information;
• Briefs and presentations – assist SP team members with the development of fundraising briefs, presentations and other documentation.

Experience and competencies

The ideal candidate will have at least 2 year’s experience in a sales or philanthropic fundraising environment.

The following attributes are sought by applicants:

• Proven ability to research, analyse and aggregate large volumes of data;
• Strong verbal, written and presentational skills in English, other languages are an asset;
• Track record of dealing with data and information with discretion and confidentiality;
• Highly organised, experience of project management an asset;
• Strong networking skills;
• Multi-media and social media creativity;
• Intellectual curiosity and a genuine interest in the mission and values of the organisation.

Personal attributes

The Fundraising Officer is a team player with a positive, can-do attitude and creative mindset who wants to develop their career in professional advancement, specifically in the fields of fundraising and donor relations.

What we offer

• An excellent opportunity to develop fundraising expertise and a highly sought-after skillset;
• The unique opportunity to work as part of a highly dynamic, international group of individuals who combine their passion to make a difference with a rigorous and results-oriented approach to work;
• A flexible work environment and a space to develop and challenge yourself;
• A one-year contract.

Location

Brussels or Paris, other ECF locations can be considered.

Start date

As soon as possible.