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AWARE’s Secretariat department is looking for a Head of Development and Partnerships who will be responsible for increasing and diversifying revenue by strengthening existing fundraising activities, and building new revenue generation programmes in support of AWARE’s overall strategic plan.

Reporting to the Executive Director of AWARE, and working closely with colleagues, members and highly committed volunteers, this new leadership role will be responsible for designing and delivering annual fundraising growth of 25% over the next three years.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader in fundraising and business development who is committed to social justice and is looking for a concrete way to contribute to society in Singapore.

The ideal candidate will be an excellent communicator, a skilled relationship builder, and a results-oriented leader. The person will be a inspiring team leader and an organised hands-on collaborator who gets things done.

Position: Head of Development and Partnerships
Department: Secretariat
Commitment: Full-time, Monday-Friday
Salary range: $4,655-$6,980
Term: Three-year contract

Job Description

• Build a strong case for AWARE in influential circles, institutions and media, and at events, by positioning AWARE as a unique and powerful agent for positive change in Singapore

• Develop and implement a successful annual and multi-year fundraising plan, with customised strategies to cultivate, solicit and steward new and existing donors.

• Oversee all fundraising budgets and programmes, including KPI development, data-base management, tracking, monitoring and reporting; ensure course correction of targets as required.

• Lead development and management of fundraising events, such as the AWARE Ball, donor cultivation and recognition events.

• Ensure quality donor proposals and reporting, working with internal AWARE departments to source the required information.

• Manage and expand peer-to-peer fundraising and digital marketing to engage, rally support from and access networks of influential individuals, leaders and private social circles.

• Develop, engage and grow a network of ambassadors to advocate and strengthen AWARE’s influence and impact in Singapore.

• Manage part-time staff and volunteers.

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of charitable giving and fundraising policies and guidelines, as well as sector standards and best practices.

Requirements

• Minimum 8 years of professional experience with at least 5 years relevant experience in fundraising, client management or business development.

• Good track record with partners, foundations and individual donors in the non-profit sector, or successful complex individual selling-related experience in the commercial sector. Experienced and connected in Singapore.

• Collaborative, energetic, self-motivated and engaging with strong multi-tasking skills and sound judgment. Can effectively and diplomatically work with diverse groups of donors, colleagues, volunteers, members and other constituents.

• Demonstrated commitment to measuring outcomes and thriving within a results-oriented culture. Effective organisational skills and good orientation to information systems, data management and procedures. Able to manage and develop a small team and budget.

• Superior interpersonal, verbal, written and presentation skills and the ability to collaborate and build alliances.

• A high degree of customer service orientation, personal motivation and commitment to values that support AWARE’s mission and vision.

• Positive, forward-thinking and technologically savvy, using innovative tools and technologies to support fundraising programmes, target communications and further engage donor audiences to support the work of AWARE. Ideally experienced in the interplay of digital marketing with fundraising, and leveraging volunteer engagement into revenue generating opportunities.

• A university degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.

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Please note that due to the large number of applications, only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. If you have any questions about this position, please email careers@aware.org.sg.