Development Manager (6-month FTC)
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Summary
Our Fundraising team is growing! We're welcoming applications for a 6-month fixed term contract in the global Fundraising team. This will be an exciting position for an ambitious development manager seeking to contribute to a high calibre development team and gain experience in an award-winning global climate NGO.
About Climate Group
Climate Group is an international organisation, and we want to reflect that in our staff. People who work for us, and people who apply, need to feel heard, safe, and included. That is why we are committed to equity, diversity and inclusion throughout our application process and in our offices. We welcome applicants that are diverse in terms of age, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical or mental ability, ethnicity and perspective.
Climate Group drives climate action. Fast. Our goal is a world of net zero carbon emissions by 2050, with greater prosperity for all.
We focus on systems with the highest emissions and where our networks have the greatest opportunity to drive change. We do this by building large and influential networks and holding organisations accountable, turning their commitments into action.
We share what we achieve together to show more organisations what they could do. We are an international non-profit organisation, founded in 2004, with offices in London, Amsterdam, Beijing, New Delhi and New York.
About the role
Climate Group operates on a $15m annual budget. Foundations and government grants have reliably formed the largest proportion of our income in recent years. Our ambition is to build on these achievements by continuing to invest and grow this area of fundraising. Thus, key income streams under management will include a range of global charitable foundations, governments, and multilateral donor agencies. The ideal candidate will bring experience of raising funds from at least one of these groups, and a good understanding their decision-making processes.
The position joins two other Development Managers and reports to the Head of Development. Key internal relationships will include immediate colleagues in the wider Fundraising Team, as well as project leads across multiple geographies, finance, communications, and governance departments. Working closely and proactively with these stakeholders, the Development Manager will support research and analyse opportunities, and lead/support proposal development processes from opportunity to award.
This role will be suited to an individual who wishes to bring their expertise to a fast-growing international organisation committed to a world of net zero greenhouse gas emissions, and who is simultaneously keen to gain further experience in fundraising, donor stewardship, and product development across a broader portfolio of funding sources and global geographies.
A key focus will be to help build our income pipeline for new areas of work under the 2024-2027 strategy including adaptation and resilience programmes.
Key responsibilities
- Manage proposal development processes, including development of workplans, bid writing, budgeting, coordination with different internal departments and participation in technical workshops as needed
- Collaborate with other bid writers in the development team and programme staff to develop innovative and compelling proposals that fully reflect our ambition
- Secure long-term financing for programs by writing, adapting and editing proposals and concepts (six-figure levels) for a variety of funders in collaboration with technical and finance staff
- Proactively identify new institutional funding sources to support the implementation of the organisation's core programmes and help ensure a healthy pipeline for future years
- Manage and coordinate our relations and funding opportunities for a portfolio of government donors and foundations, ensuring regular and efficient internal and external communications
About you
We value strengths and the desire to learn, so if you meet the majority of the criteria listed below, please apply.
Essential:
Communication and collaboration
- Excellent written communication skills including the ability to translate complex, technical information into persuasive proposals
- Strong verbal communication skills including interpersonal skills, presentation skills and ability to carry out external-facing engagement
- Team player with a positive, collaborative, problem solving attitude
Income generation
- Experience of funder-facing roles including responsibility for grant term negotiation
- Personal track record of securing five and six figure grants
- Strong numeracy and analytical ability, with ability to read and design complex budgets
- Able to develop and interrogate logical frameworks
Project management
- Self-directed, highly organised, ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment and respond to tight deadlines
Operational
- Fluency in English
- Ability to work in the UK
Desirable:
- Exposure to negotiations with funders and consortium partners
- Major donor experience
- Spanish, Dutch, German, Scandinavian, or Mandarin language skills
- Knowledge/experience of working on climate, sustainability, or the environment
- Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM system
Our location
You'll be based in our London head office near Tower Bridge and will enjoy the benefits of flexible and hybrid working: 3 days in the office and 2 days from home.
As well as having excellent green credentials, our open-plan workspace offers the ultimate flexibility for your working day, whether you're working collaboratively, hosting a hybrid meeting with your global colleagues, or need some focus time in an acoustic booth or at a standing desk. The building is accessible for people living with disabilities, and offers a well-equipped gym, secure bike parking and showers.
What we offer
Our people are at the heart of what we do. You'll be joining a global community of bold, ambitious doers who are committed to driving climate action fast.
This is a full-time, 6-month fixed-term contract. The salary offered is £43,000 - £45,000 per annum, based on experience.
In addition to the rewards you'll find from working with friendly, passionate people who'll challenge and help you grow, we offer a fantastic benefits package:
- 25 days' holiday per year, plus public holidays
- 10% non-contributory pension scheme following three months' service
- Long-service holiday bonus of an additional day after three and six years' service
- Hybrid and flexible working
- Cash plan and private medical insurance on completion of probation
- Supportive family policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave as well as fertility treatment support
- Monthly wellbeing allowance plus Headspace membership
- Paid leave for volunteering, moving house and getting married
- Life assurance cover from first day
- E-bike/bike loan scheme of up to £1,000
- Season ticket loan scheme
- Comprehensive learning and development initiatives to help you reach your full potential, including access to LinkedIn Learning
Apply now
Submit your application now using the 'Apply' button.
Applications for this position should come in the form of a CV and a one-page cover letter which should include why you want to work with Climate Group and how your experience, skills and knowledge relate to the competencies outlined above.
If you need any further information, require the job advert in an accessible format, or need additional support at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact Ruby Chorbajian, Head of Development [email protected].
The closing date for applications is midnight on Wednesday 31 July 2024. We'll be holding interviews on a rolling basis, therefore welcome and encourage early applications.
The requisite eligibility criteria, or work visa to work in the UK are a requirement for this position and no relocation and/or sponsorship costs will be borne by Climate Group.
We will not be engaging recruitment agencies for this vacancy.