Development Coordinator

VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT: DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

AIP FOUNDATION

AIP Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to saving lives on the roads and increasing access to safe, equitable, and sustainable mobility for all. We envision a world with zero road injuries and fatalities. Beyond empowering underserved road user communities, AIP Foundation tackles injustice related to youth engagement, workers' rights, gender equality, and environmental issues. For further information, please visit www.aip-foundation.org

WHO WE ARE

• 50 passionate humans making the world a better place
• An inclusive and women-led non-profit
• A blend of local and international employees implementing programs in Vietnam, Cambodia, Thailand, India, and the Philippines

We are looking for a Vietnam-based candidate to fill the following position at our head office in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam:

DEVELOPMENT COORDINATOR

Duty station: Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Vietnam
Status: Full time. Permanent
Application due: July 16, 2022
Starting date: As soon as possible

POSITION PROFILE

The Development Coordinator (DC) is based in HCMC, Vietnam and reports directly to the Development and Strategic Partnerships Manager. The DC is responsible for coordinating all aspects of fundraising and development activities, from planning to execution and monitoring. Under the direction of the DSPM, the Development Coordinator works with members from AIP Foundation’s programs, finance, and monitoring & evaluation teams across different offices to design projects and write proposals in order to secure funding for the organization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategy development and implementation

• Remain up-to-date with current fundraising trends; review the strategic fundraising/development environment, assist with setting fundraising priorities for AIP Foundation
• Conduct research and network to identify new potential donors
• Compile profiles of potential funders; develop strategy for approach
• Draft briefing documents for conference attendance; and support the effective follow-up of leads
• Proactively work with Country offices and DCPM to create new fundraising ideas
• Maintain an updated development manual

Development of partnerships and identification of funding opportunities

• Create profiles of potential funders; draft briefing documents for event and conference attendees; and ensure the effective follow-up of leads
• Assist in research and development of plans to access funding from individuals, corporates, foundations and multi-lateral/bi-lateral aid sources
• Examine past contributors and identify opportunities for strengthening relationships with past and current donors
• Coordinate with DSPM and Development Assistant to maintain an accurate database of past, current donors, and potential future donors

Proposal development and contract negotiation

• Prepare presentations to deliver to potential donors and key stakeholders
• Coordinate with program teams from different countries to design projects
• Assist country teams to develop effective fundraising ideas and plans
• Develop and write “award-winning” proposals to potential donors and partners
• Draft, review, and finalize contracts with partners
• Conduct kick-off meetings to inform relevant departments (Programs, M&E, Communications, and Finance) of their responsibilities related to a grant
• Ensure that reporting requirements are met to sustain successful partnerships
• Liaise between donors and AIP Foundation’s Communications team to ensure partners are appropriately acknowledged in AIP Foundation’s communication materials, publications, and websites.

Other

• Support Programs team for special events, as required
• Support with English editing for correspondence with selected donors
• Support FAHR team with completing due diligence requests from donors
• Coordinate donor field visits

REQUIREMENTS: QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS

• Bachelor’s Degree in International Development, Business, Public Affairs or relevant field
• 3+ years of experience in fundraising, grant writing and partnership development for nonprofit organizations
• Experience in income generating strategies and capacity to coordinate and implement fundraising strategies
• Excellent interpersonal, cross-cultural, communication and presentation skills and the ability to work effectively in a team
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills in English; including demonstrated ability to tailor communications to be effective for a range of audiences and purposes;
• Ability to analyze information, evaluate options and work strategically
• Ability to be creative and innovative in designing new projects and long-term strategies

Applications are due July 16, 2022. However, please note that applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and interviews may be conducted before the closing date.

Please submit a one-page cover letter, maximum two-page CV, and three references with current email address and telephone number to our email: [email protected]

We will inform you before contacting your references.

All applications will be carefully vetted, including working history and background checks.