Head of Business Development

Main Responsibilities:

• Reviewing the current partnerships & fundraising strategy
• Developing a full-fledged fundraising and business development plan
• Forging strategic partnerships with regional and international entities
• Building and nurturing relationships with current and potential funders, partners, sponsors, board members, and other stakeholders.
• Supporting the establishment of Mentor Arabia’s Endowment Fund
• Raising $6 digits resources to cover the foundation’s operational cost for 5 years
• Developing grants acquisition strategy and applying for/securing grants
• Creating a resource mobilization plan
• Creating a mapping system for funding/grant opportunities and calls for proposals
• Developing contingency plan for fundraising events, & identifying risks & steps for mitigation
• Performing other duties as required by the CEO

Skills & Qualifications:

• At least 7-10 years’ experience in fundraising, strategic planning, and business development (preferably with the non-profit sector in the MENA region)
• A relevant MA in business, management, or social sciences or any other related field
• Deep knowledge and understanding of the civil society sector in the Arab region
• High experience in fundraising strategies and business development
• A proven record of fundraising of $6 digits funds
• Excellent experience in building strategic partnerships
• Expertise in writing fundraising strategies/action plans
• Excellent leadership, negotiation, and decision-making skills
• High teamwork spirit, interpersonal, & problem-solving skills
• Ability to work proactively, independently, efficiently and to prioritize work and meet deadlines with well-developed time management
• High level of motivation, innovation, integrity, and work ethics
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English and Arabic
• Accomplishes tasks accurately, thoroughly, and with a keen eye for details
• Ability to work both under direction and autonomously with a “can-do” attitude