Fundraising and Communications Director

Position Title: Director of Fundraising and Communications (Half-Time)Company: Saola Foundation for Annamite Mountains ConservationLocation: Remote-working, UK or USA based supervisors are CEORemuneration: Negotiable, experience-based The Saola Foundation is a United States-based non-profit organization that seeks to protect the globally significant biodiversity of the Annamite Mountains Lao and Vietnam Cambodia. Position Summary: Join us in preventing extinction of the Saola through innovative methods that will make a lasting impact on wildlife conservation in the Annamite Mountain! We at Saola Foundation are looking for a dynamic and seasoned Fundraising and Communications Director to join our team. This role requires someone who is passionate about wildlife conservation with a proven nonprofit background. It’s essential attributes include creativity, excellent English writing skills, strong social media and communications skills. Creativity, outstanding written English, and good social and communication abilities are some of the things required in this position. Be part of an international dynamic team working towards addressing some of the world’s most pressing conservation challenges to have real impact on global nature conservation. With an initial 6-month probationary contract period we anticipate that the ideal candidate will become a permanent senior resource at our foundation in future years. Get more information about us here linktr.ee/saolafoundation Key Responsibilities: Strategy Implementation & Fundraising; Ensure our all-inclusive fundraising strategy achieves its financial targets for The Saola Foundation. Identify donors’ cultivation through coordination with CEO, executive assistant as well grant assistants Undertake annual fund raising calendar activities such as events campaigns and donor correspondences Look into creative fundraising avenues targeting new donor segments while maintaining existing clients Collaborate with CEO to formulate long term plans for sustainable expansion as well as increase impact Grant Management; Supervise development team in identifying grant opportunities reflective of Saola Foundation mission & objectives Oversee application process by ensuring appropriate write-ups from development team Manage a portfolio of grants and maintain deadlines Communication and Outreach; Manage our public relations work to improve the foundation’s visibility in the market. Oversee communications team as they prepare newsletters, social media, fundraising campaigns etc. Assist communications team to optimize website for fundraising and donor engagement Essential Qualifications: Minimum of 5 years nonprofit development experience with an established track record of successful funding efforts Passionate about wildlife conservation and Saola Foundation mission Extraordinary creative thinking and problem-solving ability Excellent written English as well as oral communication skills with a gift for story-telling Understanding of key principles that guide fundraising processes Strong interpersonal and communication capabilities to enable effective teamwork within our group and build relationships Experience of working in public relations including managing media Formal qualifications in not-for-profit management, marketing or related discipline Ability to work independently with minimum supervision within specified timeline Beneficial Qualifications Familiarity with the Conservation Measures Partnership’s Open Standards for the Practice of Conservation as a central component Informing Communications Content Experience in conservation specific to South East Asia

Benefits: Work at your own pace time-wise Possibility to be on leave whenever you want. Remote work International team member Travelling overseas chances One of the most exciting conservation challenges in our lifetime and an opportunity to have a lasting effect on global nature preservation campaigns in Annamite Mountains. How To Apply: Applicants who are excited about this role are requested to send together with their resume, cover letter that does not exceed one page, and list of three professional references through [email protected]. In the cover letter, please discuss how you helped help non-profit organization get funds for wildlife conservation and tell us some instances where you fundraised through innovations/know-how. The position seeks candidates with wider experience in different fundraising avenues; thus, it is advisable for applicants to highlight such a broad range of involvement. Please note that the successful candidate will be engaged under an international consultancy agreement and therefore shall be subject to self-employment taxes. Application Deadline: Sept 14th 2024 The Saola Foundation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.