Location: Remote working, with a preference for UK or Europe

Location type: Remote

Reporting to: Director, Philanthropy and Partnerships

Annual salary: £60-70K GBP

Contract type: Permanent

Working hours: Full-time

Candidate level: Manager

Background

Global Fishing Watch is an international, nonprofit organisation committed to advancing ocean governance through increased transparency. We create and publicly share knowledge about human activity at sea to enable fair and sustainable use of our ocean. Our major focus is on commercial fishing because it is the most widespread human activity at sea, the most impactful on ocean health, and the most crucial for global livelihoods and food security. We believe human activity at sea should be common knowledge in order to safeguard the global ocean commons for the common good of all.

In April 2023, Global Fishing Watch secured a five-year, $60M USD commitment through The Audacious Project to leverage our data and technology to revolutionise ocean management. As such, we are hiring two Senior Manager, Philanthropy and Grants roles during this exciting time for the organisation.

Purpose of role

These new roles will play a foundational part in establishing the fundraising team at Global Fishing Watch and shaping its future. The purpose of the two roles will be to play a key part in developing and implementing the fundraising strategy and building funding pipelines and relationships so you can deliver first class stewardship and relationship management.

Qualified candidates will bring proven experience in securing funding and building relationships with trusts, foundations and high-net-worth individuals. The two roles demand strong communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to inspire others about our work, forge new relationships, and thrive in enhancing our existing partnerships.

Primary responsibilities

Proposal development

Identify, evaluate, research and cultivate high-potential prospects, including private, public and family foundations, trusts, and bilateral and multilateral donors.
Write and edit compelling, concise narratives and cases for support for Global Fishing Watch programs, projects, priorities, and impact.
Lead the preparation, development, internal review, and submission of project proposals, log frames, timelines and detailed budgets as required.
Establish and maintain close working relationships with colleagues and partners to translate program priorities and learnings into clear funding proposals and reports that effectively communicate our work to new and existing funders.

Stewardship

Manage and maintain excellent relationships with donors using effective donor communication, grant management and donor stewardship.
Conceive, organise, manage, and participate in regular events and meetings for prospective and current donors.

Capacity building

Advise and coach the Global Fishing Watch team to successfully contribute to fundraising efforts.

Grant management

Manage the reporting process for funding agreements, including report writing and working with the project and finance teams to produce timely and accurate narrative and financial reports.
Work with the finance team on regular progress and expenditure reviews.
Work with program and finance teams to ensure effective procedures are in place for grant management and compliance, such as for cost recovery, procurement and grant financial oversight.
Share ideas, information and learnings to contribute to grant management processes and protocols, and to support broader learning with partners and donors.
Ensure all grant documentation is stored and updated in relevant systems.
Support coordination of grant set-up and closure, working with teams in the UK and globally to ensure clear assignment and understanding of responsibilities in relation to compliance, management and deadlines.

Qualifications and experience

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a relevant field and at least eight years of relevant experience.
Thorough understanding of philanthropic methodology, including prospect research, proposal preparation and the cultivation, solicitation and stewardship of high-level relationships.
Proven experience of applying for and managing funding from trusts, foundations and institutional donors.
Experience of effective and values-based partnership work between international and local organisations and communities.
Excellent oral and written communication abilities in English, including the ability to communicate complex information to a broad range of audiences.
Excellent grant and report writing skills; ability to write clear, structured, articulate and persuasive proposals.
High-level interpersonal and communication skills, including experience of communicating effectively across cultures and with diverse audiences, both verbally and in writing.
Demonstrated experience in developing and supporting organisational capacity to implement and successfully achieve donor deliverables and desired impacts.
An understanding of the complexities and internal communications surrounding collaboration in a global matrix and remote organisation.

Terms and conditions

Global Fishing Watch supports flexible working, so the pattern of hours may vary according to operational and personal needs. The position will be part of a global team spanning many different time zones and so the candidate must be able to accommodate regular early/late meetings to be able to work effectively. Weekend work may be required on occasion. The post holder may be required to undertake regional and international travel. No overtime is payable.

A compensation range for this position is £60-70K GBP for UK based employees. For applicants located outside of the UK, the pay range will be adjusted to the country of hire. Compensation is commensurate with experience and will vary depending on the hired candidate’s country of residence, in accordance with local laws and regulations. Global Fishing Watch offers pension/retirement, health, and other benefits commensurate with similar level Global Fishing Watch employees in the country of employment. The position may be a Global Fishing Watch employee or consultant, depending on the country of residence.

Global Fishing Watch is an equal opportunities employer. We believe that our mission is best advanced when welcoming the contributions of people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and cultures and are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all employees of Global Fishing Watch and our partners, vendors, suppliers, and contractors. We welcome the application of all qualified professionals and especially encourage those that have been historically marginalised or underrepresented because of their actual or perceived race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

To apply for the post

To apply for this role, please submit a copy of your CV/resume and a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and how you fulfil the requirements set out in the job announcement by clicking on the following link.

Please contact Ruth Gardner at ruth@darylupsall.com for any queries you may have.

The deadline for application is Sunday 28^th January 2024

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