Finance & Economy

Overview

Develop partnerships with corporate financial services to support refugees

You have:

• Considerable relevant experience or strong interest in the financial services sector and community
• Experience of partnership development and/or front line corporate fundraising experience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Management or solicitation of partnerships valued at or above $500,000 USD per year
• Ability to develop thoughtful project management plans and implement them in a timely and detailed fashion
• Excellent interpersonal skills and written and oral communication skills
• Strong project management skills, experience working on multiple projects with global cross-functional teams
• Ability to travel for partnership meetings internationally for conferences, meetings, etc.

BACKGROUND

Over the past 90 years, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) has developed unparalleled expertise in responding to emergencies and helping uprooted communities to rebuild. Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. The IRC is on the ground in more than 40 countries, providing emergency relief, relocating refugees and rebuilding lives in the wake of disaster.

The IRC is committed to a culture of bold leadership, innovation in all aspects of our work, creative partnerships and, most crucially, accountability to those we serve. The IRC is a tireless advocate for the most vulnerable.

IRC UK

IRC UK is part of the IRC global network, which has its global headquarters in New York. Our team in the UK works to raise profile, deliver policy and practice change, and increase funding to help restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster. Since 2021, IRC UK has also provided integration services directly to refugees in England, a programme that is rapidly growing.

In Europe, the IRC also has offices in Berlin, Bonn, Brussels, Geneva and Stockholm.

The Purpose of the Role

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a driven partnerships professional with a wealth of knowledge and excitement for the financial services sector, who will develop and deepen partnerships with corporate partners in support of our mission to help refugees survive, recover and gain control of their future.

Since its inception in 1933, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster. This role sits in the growing Global Corporate Partnerships unit, which leads on the IRC's engagement with corporations and sits within the wider External Relations team.

The ideal candidate is someone experienced and familiar with the global financial sector, the major players and the key partnerships and funding opportunities. We are looking for a candidate that can bridge the divide between fundraising and working strategically with financial services sector partners, using their products and expertise to advance the IRC’s impact. As a Senior Officer with a dedicated portfolio of financial services partners, you will build tailored fundraising strategies and activations, focusing on incremental and sustained revenue generation as well as in-kind support. The Senior Officer will also demonstrate a passion for the IRC's mission, nuanced understanding of private sector fundraising, and dedication to the organization's diversity, equity, and inclusion values.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

- Collaborate with the Associate Director, Financial Services to cultivate a $2M+ USD portfolio of partners in support of the Global Corporate Partnerships Financial Services strategy with a focus on diversified funding streams, growing unrestricted funds, and expanding influence; - Help to deliver a robust strategy for the Global Financial Services sector; identifying and initiating strategies for sector partnerships through a variety of partnership models (e.g. Strategic, employee engagement, pro bono expertise, etc.) - Design and implement creative stewardship, engagement and growth strategies for partners within the portfolio including account plans, proposal submissions and partnership discussions. - Develop materials for partners or prospects, including proposed partnership overviews and activation ideas, concept notes, proposals, presentations, and reports, from drafts through to final line-editing and formatting. - Work closely with the External Relations teams (e.g., digital, creative studio, experiential events) to leverage finance-related virtual and in-person events and campaigns to support the overall fundraising efforts of the organization. - Establish a robust client servicing plan for each portfolio partner, including identifying key performance indicators, ongoing planning and reporting procedures to optimize quality of service, income growth, and donor satisfaction. - Facilitate information flows between prospects and donors, program staff and fellow fundraisers; - Undertake special assignments, as needed.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Experience

- Considerable relevant experience or strong interest in the financial services sector and community - Experience of partnership development and/or front line corporate fundraising experience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment; - Experience identifying and exploring new and creative ways of engaging with companies and their communities, influencers, and other partners to support humanitarian efforts.

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies: -----------------------------------------

- Management or solicitation of partnerships valued at or above $500,000 USD per year; - Ability to develop thoughtful project management plans and implement them in timely and detailed fashion; - Ability to accurately and efficiently in a fast-paced environment and adapt to shifting priorities; - Excellent interpersonal skills and written and oral communication skills: the ability to effectively interact with a variety of internal and external contacts with confidence and poise.

Desired Qualifications: -----------------------

- Strong project management skills, experience working on multiple projects with global cross-functional teams; - Ability to travel for partnership meetings internationally for conferences, meetings, etc.

Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. The closing date for applications is 4th February 2023

IRC-UK is committed to equality of opportunity and non discrimination for all applicants and employees. IRC-UK seeks to ensure we achieve diversity in our workforce regardless of gender, race, religious belief, nationality, ethnic/national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability. IRC-UK welcomes applications from all candidates, including underrepresented groups and refugees who have the right to work in the UK.

IRC UK will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application and/or interview process, and for essential job functions if appointed to a role. Please contact us if you may need such adjustments.

If you have any questions or need assistance with the online recruitment process, please contact the UK HR team at applications@rescue-uk.org.

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Added 2 years ago - Updated 1 year ago - Source: rescue.org