At BroadArks, every day brings an array of possibilities, growth, and development. We are always on the lookout for passionate people who would want to help alleviate the under-served section of the society, make a difference, and create a lasting impact. If you think you’re someone who is self-motivated with a solution-driven mindset – we’d love to have you onboard.
We are currently looking at the following functional areas:
Job Title: Strategic Development Manager
The Responsibilities
We seek a sharp, dynamic, and experienced individual to join our team. The Strategic Development manager will be responsible for implementing the strategic vision of our organization through his/her role in development and communications. The successful candidate will be well networked in the development space, a gifted fundraiser, an effective presenter, and devoted to our mission.
S/he will work closely with the Board members in the following three areas:
Strategy
Lead design and execution of organizational strategy to grow and become financially sustainable.
Adept at spotting and mapping future trends in the sector
Familiarity with developmental sector databases such as Indiastat, Statista, MOSPI etc.
Clarity in nuances of the CSR sector and the workings of some of its key players relevant to us
Clarity in the workings of different governmental organisations and our alignment to their missions
Fundraising
Develop and implement a systematic fundraising approach designed to provide a consistent and expanding revenue stream
Build a diversified revenue stream for the organization.
Research private foundation prospects and develop strategies for seeking new support or renewing private support
Liaise with foundations and funding organizations; engage with program officers; effectively and persuasively present BroadArks Foundation’s case for support; help generate LOIs, proposals, and supporting documents in response to queries.
Attend relevant events or conferences to cultivate donors and prospects
Communications
Help refine the vision and communications strategy of the organization as it evolves
Lead communications with financial backers, strategic partners, distribution partners, the media, and influencers in the global development sector.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:
Organizational
5+ years of relevant work experience, ideally in development and communications with a record of achievement in a mission-driven organization
Entrepreneurial drive, strategic thinker, and organizational skills
Thorough understanding of non-profit and business environment
Critical thinker, with the ability to lead a team toward innovation and creativity.
Fundraising
Interest and aptitude in prospecting, cultivating, and managing new donors
Proven ability to approach donors and senior-level foundation staff, make effective presentations to foundation executives.
Skills
Demonstrated ability to write and present clearly and persuasively
Excellent public speaker: able to communicate passion about the organization, and move people emotionally
Ability to communicate complex ideas in a compelling way to a variety of audiences
Personality
High degree of initiative and energy, “can-do” attitude, flexibility, teamwork, and attention to detail
Independent, self-motivated, able to work effectively and efficiently out of home office
Excellent interpersonal skills including strong work ethic, impeccable integrity, and judgment
Desire to work in a growth-oriented, start-up environment
Background
Strong background in public health, international development, and social entrepreneurship preferred
Extensive network in the development sector
Bachelor’s degree required,
Additional information
The candidate can work remotely. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
To Apply:
Interested candidates should submit: cover letter, resume, writing sample, and salary requirements via email. info@broadarks.org
Position open until filled. Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.