Role purpose

Pivot is looking to expand its Global Support Team by hiring a Development Director to oversee the development/fundraising department.

Responsibilities

The Development Director will report directly to the Executive Director and collaborate closely with other members of the Executive Leadership Team in Madagascar, as well as act as a point of contact to the Board of Directors and Development Committee. The Development Director will be responsible for the development and management of the Development team – with team members located both internationally and in Madagascar.

The Development Director is responsible for the comprehensive planning, implementation, management and oversight of all fundraising, communications and relationship stewardship activities.

Development Strategy

• Drive the development plan and overall fundraising strategy of the organization to meet our multi-year funding goals.
• Provide leadership and best practices for the effective prospection and management of funds of the organization.
• Identify new funding opportunities, cultivate and solicit potential new donors and steward active partnerships and relations.
• Point of contact to the Board of Directors on all fundraising matters.
• Represent the organization at donor meeting and major networking events.

Fundraising Operations

• Oversee the stewardship, gift accounting and reporting functions.
• Oversee the organization’s development software (ongoing transition to Raiser’s edge).
• Monitor all fundraising and revenue trends and lead multi-year projections.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline fundraising operations processes.
• Oversee organization of in person fundraising events and other strategic gatherings.

Grant management

• Oversee organizational compliance – programs & finances – for all grants
• Prepare timely and accurate reporting for all unrestricted and restricted grants
• Drive continuous improvement to our grant reporting systems, including improve readiness and compliance with complex funding

Communications

• Lead the organization's communication strategy
• Oversee all external messaging to reach targeted as well as broader donor audiences
• Leverage various platforms to increase the organization’s visibility

Other Duties

• Lead, mentor and manage team members from the Development Department
• Creates annual department budget and participates in semi-annual budget review
• Support with hosting donor and external partner visits to Madagascar
• As a member of the Executive Leadership team, contribute and support the development of Pivot’s overall strategic vision, mission and organizational priorities
• Collaborate closely with the Chief Financial Officer to inform finance planning, budgeting needs and revenue projections

Required Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• In-depth experience in non-for-profit fundraising, supporting multi-million dollar fundraising objectives.
• In-depth knowledge of development, grant management, communications, major gift cultivation, solicitation principles, and best practices.
• Prior work experience or deep understanding of global health issues and programming
• Comfort navigating discussions around data and impact.
• Ability to communicate and write in English (required) and professional proficiency in French an added advantage.
• Knowledge of social media and public relations a plus.
• Time management, multitasking, flexibility and ability to navigate multiple deadlines.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.
• Ability to work in a multicultural setting.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills – communicate vision, concepts and information effectively.
• Willingness to travel internationally

Education & Experience Requirements

• Proven experience as a leader of a development team.
• Bachelor’s degree required with preferred emphasis in fundraising, marketing, public relations or business.
• Public health degree or other relevant qualification a plus.
• MBA or other relevant qualification a plus.

Values

• A commitment to advancing health equity and social justice.
• Enthusiasm for working on a small remote team that is supporting a growing team/organization in Madagascar.
• Collaborative and inclusive leadership style

Terms of Appointment

Commitment

• Effort: Full-Time (Monday-Friday, 40hrs/week)

Benefits

• Competitive salary range (commensurate with experience)
• PTO package: 30 days vacation, 10 days sick leave
• Medical coverage (including dental & vision)
• Extra benefits: Life and disability insurance
• Employer retirement contribution upon employment
• Professional development opportunities as they arise

Role Location

• Location: Remote (flexible)
• Travel: frequent domestic and international travel

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please ensure you complete the Application Form provided below by 15 October 2024 (23:59 hrs, GMT +3). It is essential that you submit your CV in English, specifically in Microsoft Word format (.doc/.docx), not exceeding 10MB.

Applications in other languages or formats will not be considered.

Rest assured, all information will be handled with the utmost confidentiality.

SRI Executive is exclusively retained by Pivot Works to undertake this assignment.