Resource Mobilization Coordinator
CIFOR-ICRAF
The Center for International Forestry Research (CIFOR) and World Agroforestry (ICRAF) envision a more equitable world where trees in all landscapes, from drylands to the humid tropics, enhance the environment and well-being for all. CIFOR and ICRAF are non-profit science institutions that build and apply evidence to today’s most pressing challenges, including energy insecurity and the climate and biodiversity crises. Over a combined total of 65 years, we have built vast knowledge on forests and trees outside of forests in agricultural landscapes (agroforestry). Using a multidisciplinary approach, we seek to improve lives and to protect and restore ecosystems. Our work focuses on innovative research, partnering for impact, and engaging with stakeholders on policies and practices to benefit people and the planet. Founded in 1993 and 1978, CIFOR and ICRAF are members of CGIAR, a global research partnership for a food secure future dedicated to reducing poverty, enhancing food and nutrition security, and improving natural resources.
CIFOR-ICRAF is looking for a Resource Mobilization Coordinator
The Resource Mobilization Coordinator will contribute to CIFOR-ICRAF’s global resource mobilization goal to achieve significant, predictable, multi-year funding to enable, flexible support for CIFOR-ICRAF Key Performance Areas (KPA’s). To do so, the coordinator will ensure CIFOR-ICRAF staff benefit from funder profiles and contacts, funding opportunities (Call for Proposals (RfPs)), standardized RM processes, tools and more strategic, coordinated, efficient and high quality, compelling solicited and unsolicited submissions. Primary objectives for the position include: Reviewing identified funding opportunities; coordinate and support the development of strategic grant applications, timely review and submission of concept notes and proposals; facilitate donor intelligence and assurance of strategic alignment of CIFOR-ICRAF’s objectives with donor priorities and objectives; assisting and supporting other relevant units with outreach and stewardship of major global donors and prospects; and building standardized processes, tools and resources for unsolicited fundraising.
Summary of responsibilities
Other Responsibilities Develop institutional infrastructure for unsolicited fundraising
Proposal/ Program Development and Coordination
Strategy, Analysis and Reporting
Funding Partner Relations
• Master’s degree in International Relations, Conservation/Environmental Sciences, or Agricultural Development (an undergraduate degree with 5 years’ relevant work experience will be considered).
• Knowledge of national/global development agendas and goals;
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in resource mobilization with proven track record of raising substantial funds for international organizations, UN agencies, and/or international non-governmental organizations;
• Understanding of project cycle management;
• Above average written and presentation skills.
• Experience with fundraising databases.
• Fluency in English (French and/or Spanish desirable)
• Highly organized, detail oriented, “door opener” with reliable timely and high-quality delivery of assignments.
• Demonstrated ability to independently solve various general problems and advise complex and sensitive problems.
• Diplomatic, tactful and effective management and stewardship of major international donors;
• Ability to quickly upload and interpret complex and technical subject matter to diverse audiences;
• Experience in working with diverse teams.
• Solid work ethic including quality and timely delivery.
• “out-of-the-box” thinking.
• Extrovert personality.
• Ability to link sectors and maximize resource mobilization capacity with donors and other development partners.
• Diplomatic, tactful and effective management and stewardship of major international donors.
• Ability to quickly upload and interpret complex and technical subject matter to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to independently solve various general problems and advise complex and sensitive problems.
• This is a Global position. CIFOR-ICRAF offers competitive remuneration in USD commensurate with skills and experience.
• The initial appointment will be for 2 (two) years, inclusive of a six-month probationary period, with the possibility of extension contingent upon performance, continued relevance of the position and available resources.
• The duty station will be in Nairobi, Kenya (preference); or Abidjan, Ivory Coast; or Yaoundé, Cameroon
To apply, please visit our career site at: http://www.cifor.org/careers and https://www.worldagroforestry.org/working-for-icraf
To learn more about CIFOR-ICRAF, please visit our websites at: https://www.cifor.org and www.worldagroforestry.org
CIFOR-ICRAF promotes Gender Diversity – Applications from women professionals are encouraged.
CIFOR-ICRAF is an equal opportunity employer. It fosters a multicultural work environment that values gender equality, teamwork, and respect for diversity.
The application deadline is 30 Jul, 2023
We will acknowledge all applications, but will contact only short-listed candidates
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