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<p>We're currently looking for a professional fundraiser who will
be able to support the team and help us strengthen EDRi. It
would be great if you could distribute this job ad in your
networks and apply if you're interested!: <a
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href="https://edri.org/edri-looking-fundraising-manager/">https://edri.org/edri-looking-fundraising-manager/</a></p>
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<p>European Digital Rights (EDRi) is a not-for-profit association
of 31 digital rights organisations from across Europe. EDRi is
the only European NGO specialising in the protection of digital
rights. Our objectives are to promote, protect and uphold civil
rights in the field of information and communication technology,
such the rights to privacy, freedom of expression,
communication, and access to information.<br>
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You will be responsible for a wide range of fundraising
activities, to create and maintain a reliable, efficient and
ethical funding base to meet the needs of European Digital
Rights’ work as a fast-growing and dynamic network!<br>
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You will raise funds from foundations, companies, individuals
and NGOs in close liaison with the Management and staff
responsible for communications. You will lead on the development
of funding streams for both restricted and unrestricted funds
carrying out prospect research and harnessing opportunities for
new income.<br>
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As a strong communicator, you will demonstrate excellent
interpersonal and negotiation skills, proven leadership skills.
You will be enthusiastic and creative in your approach as you
use your expertise to engage, motivate and inspire our
supporters and develop lasting relationships with a range of
partners.<br>
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<b>Responsibilities</b><br>
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<li>Develop the targeting and solicitation of new foundation and
corporate donation prospects, researching and identifying
opportunities, developing the approach plan, briefings to move
solicitation forward</li>
<li>Develop and implement the current fundraising strategy,
together with the Managing Director.</li>
<li>Develop and implement individual giving, project funding
e.g. via crowd-funding.</li>
<li>Development of individual contacts to identify potential
major donors and a roster of potential ambassadors for the
organisation.</li>
<li>Compile and maintain the database of existing and potential
donors.</li>
<li>Contribute to the conceptualisation and messaging of grant
proposals, together with the Communications Manager.</li>
<li>Development of a project portfolio for EDRi’s work.</li>
<li>Coordinate, facilitate and sometimes lead periodic meetings
with donors.</li>
<li>Review draft activity reports.</li>
<li>Represent the organisation at events and meetings to
establish contacts with potential donors.</li>
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<p>The successful candidate should possess the following:<br>
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<li> At least 3 years’ experience in fundraising.</li>
<li> A relevant degree or certificate in fundraising.</li>
<li> Demonstrable personal experience of generating income
from a range of sources.</li>
<li> Experience working for an international organisation.</li>
<li> Penchant for exploring new ways and avenues to increase
supporter base and fundraising income.</li>
<li> Ability to reach fundraising targets and motivate others
to achieve targets.</li>
<li> Excellent communication skills to inspire, enthuse and
motivate current and potential donors.</li>
<li> Experience in fundraising techniques, especially
analysis of fundraising and marketing data.</li>
<li> Strong management skills.</li>
<li> Ability to be innovative and creative.</li>
<li> Outstanding networking skills and highly developed
interpersonal skills.</li>
<li> Fluent English, other languages are a plus.</li>
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Location: Flexible, preferably Brussels-based or within an easy
distance from Brussels<br>
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What we offer: The role offers a challenging and diverse
full-time role in a fast-growing NGO, with a competitive salary
and flexible work hours. We offer the exciting opportunity to
help defend the civil rights of people across Europe and beyond.
The team in Brussels is a blend of languages, cultures and
professional backgrounds that makes it an attractive place to
work. A remuneration package will be offered and discussed at
interview stage.<br>
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Applications should be by email in the format of CV with a
covering letter to: Michela Petruzzo, Senior Office Manager, via
email: michela.petruzzo(at)edri.org<br>
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Closing date for applications is Friday 23 September 2016.<br>
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