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Head, Major Donors - Gland  [16/02/2010]


 


  • Plays a key role in supporting, implementing and helping to further develop all aspects of the Campaign for a Living Planet
  • Within that context explores and formulates plans for the further development of The “1001”, HNWI and other similar mechanisms
  • Identifies the highest-potential prospects in Major Donors plans in order to implement, manage and coordinate a proactive stewardship programme to strengthen their affinity to WWF International
  • Assists other staff, officials, volunteers, and others associated with WWF International in the evaluation, researching, cultivation and solicitation of the highest-potential prospects in Major Donors
  • Ensures appropriate and timely follow-up of donors following the receipt of financial commitments
  • Prepares an annual Action Plan for the recruitment and stewardship of new prospects and HNWI; regularly monitors progress against the Plan; implements course corrections against the Plan as required
  • Works collaboratively with WWF staff, consultants and volunteers in select National Organizations (NO’s) involved in the recruitment and stewardship of The 1001 and HNWI.
  • Minimum undergraduate university degree, preferably in the field of marketing, sociology, communications or public relations
  • Minimum seven years' experience in the field of fundraising, including minimum three years' experience in the field of major gift fundraising
  • Comprehensive knowledge of major gift fundraising methodology including prospect research, proposal preparation and the cultivatio
  • Superior interpersonal and communications skills, particularly with high-level individuals in a multinational environment
  • Strong network of personal contacts and ability to extend this network extensively
  • Strong diplomatic skills, sensitivity to political issues and interest in conservation
  • Thoroughness and attention to detail and ability to work independently
  • Experience working in international environment and with people from different cultural background
  • Energetic, proactive, willing to learn, and capable of positively working in a team
  • Fluency in English and French, knowledge of Spanish and/or any other languages an asset
  • Adheres to WWF’s values, which are: Passionate & Optimistic, Challenging & Inspiring, Credible & Accountable, Persevering & Delivering Results.
  • n, solicitation and stewardship of major donors.



Job Type:
Permanent

Location:
Switzerland - Glarus - Glarus

Salary:
[n/a]

Date available:
now

Experience Skills:
Professional

Company:
WWF-UK

Company Description:
WWF's panda logo is recognised worldwide as a symbol of conservation and sustainable development, but how much do you know about us? Here's your chance to find out more: WWF-UK is the UK arm of the WWF Network, the world’s leading environmental organisation founded in 1961 and now active in over 100 countries. Using our unique combination of practical experience, knowledge and credibility, our 300-strong staff work with governments, businesses and communities both here in the UK and around the world so that people and nature thrive within their fair share of the planet’s natural resources. In 2007/8 we spent £42m on our work; most of our income comes from our dedicated members and supporters.

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