FUNDING COORDINATOR
Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.
Do you have a minimum of 5 -8 years’ practical experience in identifying fundraising opportunities preferably for NGO’s and a good track record of successfully acquired funding and donor-compliant implementation of programs?
Do you have the demonstrable experience in managing donor contracts, in particular from institutional donors, such as UN donors (UNHCR, UNICEF, IOM, WFP and UN Women), GAC, AusAID, etc.?
Do you have strong technical knowledge of donor funding proposals and log-frames in thematic area?
If the answer is yes, then we would like to hear from you!
The Role:
We are looking for providing strategic management and leadership on the project designing process, funding proposal development and grant management for Oxfam’s Rohingya response in Bangladesh; coordinating fundraising and grant management for Cox’s Bazar programme; supporting and capacity build the programme teams and country office in planning to secure and managing restricted funds. Alongside, developing and maintaining good working relationships with donor organizations and thereby maximize income from these sources.
What we are looking for:
Experience with identifying fundraising opportunities preferably for NGO’s and a good track record of successfully acquired funding and donor-compliant implementation of programs; experience in managing donor contracts, in particular from institutional donors, such as UN donors (UNHCR, UNICEF, WFP and UN Women), ECHO, EU, GAC, DFID, AusAID, etc; knowledge of NGO programming in emergencies and/or development environments; strong technical knowledge of donor funding proposals and log-frames in thematic area; sound knowledge of institutional and government donors and funding policies; good research skills with ability to identify and propose successful strategies for identifying and establishing donor opportunities; good relationship management skills, with ability to represent Oxfam with external organizations and individuals; highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, with experience in external organizational representation; good written skills with proven ability to develop and present proposals and plans, for both internal and external audiences; excellent operational, planning and budgeting skills; self-motivated, target driven and an entrepreneurial approach to exploiting fundraising opportunities; good administrative skills and ability to effectively use IT packages eg Word, Excel, Lotus Notes, Databases Strong numeracy and general financial skills; ability to work effectively with others in a team situation to achieve fundraising targets; relevant academic qualifications; knowledge and experience of Oxfam’s program work and systems; willingness to travel.
Key Attributes
- Ability to demonstrate sensitivity to cultural differences and gender issues, as well as the commitment to equal opportunities;
- Ability to demonstrate an openness and willingness to learn about the application of gender/gender mainstreaming, women’s rights, and diversity for all aspects of development work;
- Commitment to Oxfam’s safeguarding policies to ensure all people who come into contact with Oxfam are as safe as possible
We offer:
This role will give you an opportunity to make a difference in Oxfam GB, to act as key contributor to Rohingya refugee response programme, to work with a group of passionate people that are specialists in their Humanitarian fields, offers fair pay and competitive benefits package.
Location: Cox’s Bazar District. Job type: Fixed Term (Until 31 December 2021 with possibility of extension based on the budget and performance)
Salary & Benefits: GBP 29,954 net per annum (for national candidates’ national C1 salary scale will be applicable along with others admissible benefits)
Our values and commitment to safeguarding:
Oxfam is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behaviour at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct; and committed to promoting the welfare of children, young people, adults and beneficiaries with whom Oxfam GB engages. Oxfam expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment through our code of conduct. We place a high priority on ensuring that only those who share and demonstrate our values are recruited to work for us.
The post holder will undertake the appropriate level of training and is responsible for ensuring that they understand and work within the safeguarding policies of the organisation. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.
We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organisation and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Note: All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and may be subject to appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.
How to apply:
- Go to: for external applicants:
https://jobs.oxfam.org.uk
- For internal applicants:
https://jobs.oxfam.org.uk/internal
- Search for the vacancy using the reference number INT7131 complete the online application process
- Ensure you submit your application before midnight (GMT) on the closing date. Unless a different time is specified in the advert.
Application deadline: 06 January 2021
About Us
Oxfam is a global movement of people who won’t live with the injustice of poverty. Together we save and rebuild lives in disasters. We help people build better lives for themselves. We speak out on the big issues that keep people poor, like inequality, discrimination against women and climate change. And we won’t stop until every person on the planet can live without poverty.
Oxfam GB is a member of the international confederation Oxfam.
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