Advance myAgro’s plan for securing annual and multi-year funding from European governments, multi-laterals, foundations, corporate donors and high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs).
Identify new European / Europe based donors through research and outreach to create and develop a new European donor portfolio.
Organize meetings, phone calls, emails, and face-to-face meetings to engage donors.
Collaborate with the other Directors, Development Operations, Grant Management, and Grant Writer to write letters of intent (LOIs), concept notes, proposals, grant reports, and more.
Connect with myAgro’s leadership and program teams to stay informed about our activities to communicate the details of myAgro’s work to funders.
Requirements
A deep commitment to the mission, vision, and values of myAgro;
A minimum of seven years of professional work experience directly with European funders;
A proven track record of successfully securing six-figure and seven-figure multi-year grants;
A strong network of relationships with European philanthropic funders, including governments, foundations, corporates, and family office / high net worth funders.;
Previous experience with prospect research and identification strategies;
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written, and the ability to effectively and comfortably build relationships with all levels of foundation and government agency staff members, including senior executives;
Demonstrated ability for handling multiple, complex fundraising initiatives simultaneously in a fast-paced environment;
Willingness and ability to travel;
Fluency in written and spoken English; French or other languages a plus.
Benefits
Health insurance
Approximately 4 weeks of paid time off each year
Retirement plan contributions / match
Professional development and laptop stipends
Co-working Space stipend
The opportunity to make a difference for farmers every day!