Job Purpose
The position will lead on mobilization of resources for Emergency Appeals in the Africa region with an initial focus on the Hunger Crisis Regional Emergency appeal. The post-holder may deploy to countries anywhere in the region to support delegations with fundraising and donor engagement.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
Lead on resource development for the Regional Hunger Crisis Emergency Appeal in the Africa region, as agreed with the regional head of Strategic Engagement and Partnerships • Coordination of resourcing/fundraising efforts for the emergency response including development and implementation of fundraising strategy
Undertake effective negotiation with National Societies, multilaterals, private sector organizations and other donors to secure pledges and grants
Actively research and pursue non-traditional funding sources
Travel to countries affected by emergencies to plan and implement in-country fundraising and donor engagement strategies
Review draft Emergency Appeal documentation and provide comments and input from partnerships perspective
Ensure effective coordination between delegation office, partnerships and technical teams (in the region and Geneva) to ensure compliance with donor requirements, and that agreed earmarking criteria are understood and adhered to
Negotiate pledges and contributions with partners for the Emergency Appeal, ensuring that earmarking and other requirements are in line with operational priorities
Effective and thorough grant and pledge management
Provide regular reporting and analysis of partner and funding landscape for Emergency Appeals including trends, gaps, income and expenditure and quality and nature of contributions
Propose and coordinate actions to increase funding coverage, advising colleagues in delegation offices and operational leads on fundraising strategies and approaches to partners
Coordinate proposal development and submission processes, in close liaison with operational and technical leads as well as relevant partners
Develop marketing materials in coordination with communications team
Facilitation of external relations, both within the RC Movement and with non-RC partners, including in proactively coordinating donor field visits, planning partnership meetings and conference calls
Close coordination with resource mobilisation counterparts in host National Society as needed
Support resource mobilisation and donor engagement efforts for other Emergency Appeals and DREF in the Africa region
Any other duty as required by the Head of Strategic Engagement and Partnerships
Education
University degree in relevant discipline (ex. g. International Relations, Marketing, Humanitarian Affairs, Business Administration, Economics, Finance) is required.
Masters’ degree in relevant discipline is preferred.
Relevant professional training courses (Red Cross/Red Crescent related, humanitarian and development sector, management) preferred
Experience
At least 5 years relevant experience in managing relations with donors and partners required
Experience of working with multilateral partners e.g. European Commission, development banks, specialised funds required
Experience of managing complex, major grants required
Experience of managing DG ECHO funding preferred
Experience in managing relations with multiple stakeholders including donors and partners required
Work experience with Red Cross Red Crescent, other international organizations, large NGOs and/or governmental development agencies preferred
Experience of developing winning funding proposals and grant applications required
Experience of developing and implementing funding plans required
Knowledge, Skills and Languages
Proven grant management skills
Excellent project management and coordination skills
Demonstrated ability to negotiate funding agreements, to structure financial instruments, and to navigate complex funding mechanisms.
Ability to navigate complex funding instruments and requirements.
Outstanding networking, representational, communication and negotiation skills contributing to a client-focused culture.
Experience in identifying and articulating issues, risks and priorities that need to be brought to the attention of senior management.
Proven ability of donor communications, proposals and reporting
Track record in producing high quality work within short deadlines and ability to make effective, timely decisions.
High degree of discretion, tact and sensitivity in dealing with internal and external clients and stakeholders at all levels.
Highly organised, with ability to work a strong team player
Ability to coordinate with teams based in different geographic locations
Ability to work in a multicultural, multilingual, multi-disciplinary environment
Excellent communication, presentation, diplomacy and negotiation skills
Excellent networking and relationship building skills
Strong budgeting and finance management skills
Demonstrated skills in analytical and strategic thinking
Track record in producing high quality work under short deadlines and ability to manage competing priorities under pressure
Excellent writing and editing skills in English and French
Fluently spoken and written English
Fluently spoken and written French preferred
Good command of another IFRC official language (Spanish or Arabic) preferred
Apply via :
www.ifrc.org
