HIAS recrute un Responsable de la collecte de fonds, Afrique
POSITION SUMMARY:
HIAS seeks a Fundraising Manager to support HIAS’ programs in Africa and help diversify funding sources, networks, and partnerships while consolidating and retaining present donors. The Fundraising Manager will lead the drafting, review, and submission of high-quality concept notes, proposals, and reports for HIAS’ operations in Africa (currently Chad, Kenya, and South Africa). The Fundraising Manager will build, develop, manage, and sustain relationships with government, private, and corporate funders, as well as UN agencies, while expanding HIAS’ regional networks.
The Fundraising Manager will also be responsible for raising funds to support emergency response efforts on the continent, as needed. The Fundraising Manager will support in strategically expanding HIAS’ operations into other African countries. This position reports to the Deputy Regional Director, Africa & Eurasia and works in collaboration with HIAS’ U.S.-based Institutional Development team, Brussels-based HIAS Europe, and Africa-based Country Directors. This position can be based in either; N’Djamena, Chad; Nairobi, Kenya; or South Africa, with frequent travel.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
FUNDING RESPONSIBILITIES
Designs and implements creative and comprehensive outreach, solicitation, and management strategies for new and prospective donors in Africa.
In coordination with the Institutional Development team, conducts research to identify new funding opportunities and develops fundraising strategies aligned with programmatic needs.
Coordinates and supports the development of high-quality proposals for new initiatives and for multi-year funding for country programs.
Manages the response to calls for applications to secure funding from new and existing donors through drafting competitive and compelling letters of interest, concept notes, and proposals in compliance with donor requirements and regulations.
Guides specific funding opportunities through internal HIAS go/no-go decision-making processes, in close coordination with the Institutional Development team.
Coordinates and incorporates feedback from various HIAS departments.
Collaborates closely with Country Office and HQ Finance staff to develop budgets and budget narratives to accompany technical proposals.
Coordinates reviews and compilation of all documents requested by the donor to accompany the proposal submission.
In coordination with the Institutional Development team, manages the coordination of the specific proposals and leads coordination calls with internal and/or external stakeholders, such as HIAS departments or local partners.
GRANT MANAGEMENT
Ensures a high-quality grants management cycle; in coordination with the Budget & Fiscal Compliance (BFC) team at HQ, oversees the efficiency, quality and smooth running of the entire grants management cycle, harmonizing approaches and ensuring adequate feedback is provided for the continued development of grants function.
In coordination with the BFC team at HQ, advises country offices on donor-related issues/trends and delivers trainings on donor rules.
Works closely with country program and finance teams on project design, development of compelling cases for funding in adherence with donor/HIAS guidelines.
Develops materials for regular communication with funders and prospects, and as requested by other departments.
Regularly interfaces with different departments at HIAS to ensure consistency and coordination throughout proposal writing and submission processes.
Contributes to the continuous improvement of HIAS’ internal grant management systems.
NETWORKING, PARTNERSHIPS & COORDINATION
Cultivates and deepens relationships with public and private donors and other major funding prospects to diversify HIAS revenue streams in Africa.
Represents HIAS at donor and other funding forums at the regional and country office level.
Participates in outreach and in-person meetings with new and potential donors to increase the profile of HIAS programs and its funding portfolio.
Maintains familiarity of specific financial and in-kind opportunity trends within donor, corporate and individual funding mechanisms that align with HIAS’ priorities.
Builds and grows HIAS’ network of relationships that support program-related development opportunities with new donors.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:
Undergraduate degree in International Development, Social Sciences, or related field required; relevant graduate degree preferred.
4-6 years of relevant experience in fundraising, program design, development, and management in the humanitarian sector, preferably within the refugee protection sector.
English and French fluency, both written and spoken, are required.
Skills and experience in proposal and report writing.
Experience with developing and cross-referencing budgets with technical proposals to ensure consistency and adequate resourcing.
A team player with strong communication, coordination, and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of donor rules and regulations, particularly for USG, UN, and EU donors, the private sector, and foundations.
Ability to mediate in high-stress scenarios with competing interests; flexible and team-oriented, able to handle work pressure, tight deadlines, and ad hoc demands.
Ability and willingness to operate independently in remote and potentially hazardous environments for extended periods, involving frequent travel.
SAMPLE HIRING PROCESS:
We are committed to a fair and respectful hiring process, and we do our absolute best to respond to every applicant. We prioritize communication and transparency with all candidates, even those who are not moving forward. Here’s a snapshot of our hiring process:
Step 1: Submit your application!
Step 2: Phone screen with a Human Resources staff person.
Step 3: Interview with the hiring manager.
Step 4: Interview with a panel of HIAS employees.
Step 5: Reference check.
Step 6: Offer and background check.
Step 7: Start your professional journey with HIAS!
Note: Some of our hiring processes may vary, and not all candidates will advance to each step.
ABOUT US:
Over one hundred years ago, the Jewish community founded HIAS (originally the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society) in New York City, the immigrant gateway to America. Supporting Jews fleeing persecution and poverty in Eastern Europe, our founders were guided by the traditions, texts, and history of the Jewish people – a history of oppression, displacement, and diaspora. HIAS has since helped generations of Jews facing violence because of who they were, and HIAS remains committed to helping Jewish refugees anywhere in the world. Today, our clients at HIAS come from diverse faiths, ethnicities, and backgrounds, as do our staff. We bring our experience, history, and values to our work across five continents, ensuring that refugees today receive the vital services and opportunities they need to thrive.
HIAS is a learning community, committed to diversity and inclusion. We do our work with integrity, accountability, transparency, and a commitment to the highest ethical standards. We seek employees from diverse backgrounds and life experiences to join our teams located in the United States and across the globe. People who identify as BIPOC, people with disabilities, people from the LGBTQ+ community, and people with lived experiences of forced displacement or immigration are all encouraged to apply. We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects our vision, mission, and values.
VISION:
HIAS stands for a world in which refugees find welcome, safety, and opportunity.
MISSION:
Drawing on our Jewish values and history, HIAS provides vital services to refugees and asylum seekers around the world and advocates for their fundamental rights so they can rebuild their lives.
VALUES:
- Welcome
- Acogimiento
- Hospitalité
- (Hachnasat Orchim)
We Welcome the Stranger
- Justice
- Justicia
- Justice
- (Tzedek)
We Pursue Justice
- Empathy
- Empatía
- Empathie
- (Chesed)
We Approach our Clients with Empathy
- Partnership
- Compañerismo
- Coopération
- (Chevruta)
We Believe in Changing the World through Partnership
- Courage
- Coraje
- Courage
- (Ometz)
We Act with Courage to Build a Better World
- Resilience
- Resiliencia
- Résilience
- (Ruach)
We Adapt and Thrive, Continuously Demonstrating our Resilience.
DIVERSITY:
HIAS is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnic background, ancestry, citizenship status, religious creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, pregnancy, childbirth, military status, protected veteran status, political orientation, or other legally protected.
SAFEGUARDING:
HIAS is committed to the protection of children, vulnerable adults and any other person from any harm caused directly or indirectly due to their coming into contact with HIAS. We will not tolerate sexual exploitation, abuse or any form of child abuse or neglect by our staff or associated personnel. Any candidate offered a job with HIAS will be expected to sign and adhere to HIAS’ Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policies. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records. HIAS also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. Likewise, HIAS will share this information when other organizations inquire about current and former HIAS staff as part of their recruitment process. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.