Head of Business Development
Requires a Cover Letter?:
no
Application Submissions Guideline:
- It is highly advised that interested applicants meet the requirements for the position
- Mention in the email subject the title of the position
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview
Contact Person Name:
Dima Shehab
Contact Person Position:
HR and Adminstrative Associate
Contact Person Email:
Description:
Main Responsibilities:
- Reviewing the current partnerships & fundraising strategy
- Developing a full-fledged fundraising and business development plan
- Forging strategic partnerships with regional and international entities
- Building and nurturing relationships with current and potential funders, partners, sponsors, board members, and other stakeholders.
- Supporting the establishment of Mentor Arabia’s Endowment Fund
- Raising $6 digits resources to cover the foundation’s operational cost for 5 years
- Developing grants acquisition strategy and applying for/securing grants
- Creating a resource mobilization plan
- Creating a mapping system for funding/grant opportunities and calls for proposals
- Developing contingency plan for fundraising events, & identifying risks & steps for mitigation
- Performing other duties as required by the CEO
Skills & Qualifications:
- At least 7-10 years’ experience in fundraising, strategic planning, and business development (preferably with the non-profit sector in the MENA region)
- A relevant MA in business, management, or social sciences or any other related field
- Deep knowledge and understanding of the civil society sector in the Arab region
- High experience in fundraising strategies and business development
- A proven record of fundraising of $6 digits funds
- Excellent experience in building strategic partnerships
- Expertise in writing fundraising strategies/action plans
- Excellent leadership, negotiation, and decision-making skills
- High teamwork spirit, interpersonal, & problem-solving skills
- Ability to work proactively, independently, efficiently and to prioritize work and meet deadlines with well-developed time management
- High level of motivation, innovation, integrity, and work ethics
- Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Arabic
- Accomplishes tasks accurately, thoroughly, and with a keen eye for details
- Ability to work both under direction and autonomously with a “can-do” attitude
NOTE:
Daleel Madani, the civil society network, serves as a platform for organisations to post their professional opportunities, but is not involved in the recruitment process. The hiring organisation is solely responsible for the job and candidate selection.
Last modified:
05 Oct, 2023
Intervention Sector(s):
Children & Youth
Application Deadline:
Friday, 20 October 2023
Contract Type:
Full Time
Period of Employment:
Contract renewable based on project extension
Salary
N/A
Salary Range:
> 3000 (USD)
Education Degree:
Masters Degree
Education Degree Details:
A relevant MA in business, management, or social sciences or any other related field
Experience Requirements:
5 to 10 years
Arabic Language:
Fluent
English Language:
Fluent
French Language:
None
Country/City:
- Lebanon
- Beirut
- Beirut