Back Fundraiser (Local/International)

Tdh Foundation Lausanne (Tdh-L) is an international children’s organisation with its headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland.

Reporting to: Country Representative

Objective: To maintain existing donor relationships and secure new donor funding in order to grow Tdh-L’s programme portfolio in Myanmar.

Roles & Responsibilities:

· To develop and implement a fundraising plan for the organization which will achieve the goals for sustainable funding, the development of projects and delivery of core operations

· Compile and maintain a database of international and local donor organizations (international foundations, bilateral and multilateral agencies and private corporations)

· Regularly monitor donor websites and identify donor opportunities matching the work of Tdh-L

· Undertake comprehensive field research and prepare detailed situational analyses

· Prepare quality and compelling concept notes and full project proposals and ensure their timely submission

· Assist the Country Representative in developing business plans to generate income from various sources

· Undertake online research and build contacts with potential institutional, individual and corporate donors and foundations

· Maintain relationships with existing donors and respond to their requests in a timely manner

· Improve and develop communication materials for the organization such as brochures, Facebook page, website, annual reports, newsletters, promotional documentaries, posters, etc

· Attend conferences and workshops in order to heighten the profile of Tdh-L and maximize opportunities to solicit for donor grants

· Strengthen partnerships with other I/NGOs and academic institutions in order to develop consortium bids

· Organize fundraising campaigns and events

· Develop good relationships with the media

· Suggest other innovative ideas for effective resource mobilization.

Key skills required:

• Excellent written and spoken English
• Ability to develop detailed budgets
• Ability to calmly manage several strands of work at the same time
• Good negotiation, influencing and communication skills
• Good IT skills
• Proven organizational and presentation skills
• Resourcefulness
• Creative thinking
• Effective problem solving