Fundraising Coordinator

**ABOUT TRANSPARENCY INTERNATIONAL**:
Transparency International is a global movement with one vision: a world in which government, business, civil society and the daily lives of people are free of corruption. With more than 100 chapters worldwide and an international secretariat in Berlin, we are leading the fight against corruption to turn this vision into reality.

ABOUT THE ROLE
The Transparency International Secretariat is currently seeking a **_Fundraising Coordinator (M/F/d)_** for Institutional Giving, with a special focus on EC funding. As a member of the Fundraising Team, the **_Fundraising Coordinator_**_ _**will play an important role in the implementation of the institutional giving strategy, including the diversification and growth of income form this segment.

The role will require a deep knowledge of proposal design and development and a real desire to work in a complex international environment. A strong character that is able to reflect on concepts, processes, and work performance and then adjust their thinking and advice will be important. Good existing contacts, or the ability to build new relationships and to communicate effectively with donors is essential.

Collaboration and partnership will be a key feature of the working environment, and so will the ability to be self-motivated and driven to achieve success. The Fundraising Team works to support the delivery of TI-S’s priorities within the context of our global strategy 2030 - Holding Power to Account.

OVERVIEW OF KEY DIMENSIONS

**Role Purpose**: The_ Fundraising Coordinator (M/F/d)_ will develop proposals for institutional donors and grant making foundations, taking responsibility for and partnering in proposal design and development, submission and reporting, with a particular focus on the European Commission.

**Team**: Fundraising

**Reporting Line**: Head of Fundraising

**Band**: salary according to TI-S internal salary structure; for this position corresponding to band PF2 salary starting EUR 42,000 gross per year depending on relevant experience

**Starting Date**: as soon as possible

**Working Hours**: full-time [100%; 40 hours per week]

**Location**: Transparency International Secretariat (TI-S), role will may be based in Brussels/Belgium or Berlin/Germany (tbc)

MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES OF THE ROLE
Based in the Fundraising Team and reporting to the Head of Fundraising, the **_Fundraising Coordinator_** will:

- Develop highly competitive grant proposals for bi-lateral and multi-lateral donors
- Coordinate proposal design, drafting and submission with TI-S teams and chapters
- Coordinate with institutional fundraising team to develop strategy for comprehensive and strategic engagement with the EC and DGs
- Coordinate and work with TI-S teams to ensure active, consistent and constructive engagement with the European Commission Policy Forum for Development and other relevant civil society forums
- Develop and expand partnerships with other global and regional civil society umbrella organisations, particularly Brussels based organisations
- Advocate for increased funding for civil society on issues related to anti-corruption
- Identify and meet regularly with relevant EC counterparts to foster strong relationships and create new partnership opportunities
- Organize donor showcase and engagement opportunities in Brussels to promote the work and visibility of TI’s work across its Strategy
- Support Movement-wide fundraising capacity building initiatives
- Research grant opportunities and support the conceptual development of high-quality proposals in line with strategic priorities
- Steward donors and prospect on behalf of TI-S and the Movement and develop effective engagement opportunities
- Coordinate day-to-day processes to ensure work is completed in an efficient and timely manner, ensuring fundraising deliverables meet quality standards
- Provide advice on project, programme, and contract design, donor rules and regulations, in particular European Commission
- Advise and assist TI colleagues, and at times lead proposal development, contract negotiations, and donor reporting
- Coordinate and/or contribute to team projects and provide input on the development of fundraising strategies, policies and procedures, taking into account best practice to realize the overall TI-S fundraising strategy

CANDIDATE PROFILE
- University degree in International Relations, other political, economic or social science disciplines, or other relevant fields
- 5+ years of relevant professional experience with a minimum three years of experience in fundraising, project development, proposal writing and contract negotiations with a strong focus on institutional donors and foundations
- Strong knowledge of the international development sector and institutional funding, particularly European Commission
- Experience of leading on successful international NGO project proposals to institutional and foundation donors
- Solid understanding of dono