Senior Partnerships Officer, Foundations

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Senior Partnerships Officer, Foundations - London or Edinburgh, UKClient:

Mercy Corps

Location:

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

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Job Views:

4

Posted:

18.04.2025

Expiry Date:

02.06.2025

Job Description:

Location: London or Edinburgh, UK
Position Status: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: The starting range salary for this position is £37,040
Closing date: Applications to be submitted before April 30th

ABOUT MERCY CORPS

Mercy Corps is a leading global organisation powered by the belief that a better world is possible. In conflict, in disaster, in hardship, in more than 40 countries around the world, we partner to put bold solutions into action — helping people triumph over adversity and build stronger communities from within.

DEPARTMENT SUMMARY

A part of the wider Development Team, the Foundation Partnerships team manages Mercy Corps' fundraising relationships with major European and US Foundations, working to develop strategic partnerships that support social impact at scale in our priority areas including economic and market development, food and water security, climate change, peacebuilding and emergency response, creating lasting impact with and for the local communities with whom we work.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Partnerships Officer will be responsible for the account management of the existing and growing portfolio of foundation partners within Europe. A key focus will be to provide a high standard of relationship management and stewardship so that partners are motivated to continue and increase their support to Mercy Corps' work through increased funding values and deepened partnerships.

ESSENTIAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIESRelationship Management/Stewardship

1. Lead on the account management of agreed partners within the Foundations portfolio in Europe, ensuring that each partnership is backed by a strategic plan for development.
2. Strategically enhance and steward relationships within the Foundations portfolio to significantly increase giving levels and alignment with Mercy Corps' priorities.
3. Support the Senior Strategic Partnerships Manager on the formulation and implementation of individual strategies for developing key partnerships and initiatives around programmatic priorities.
4. Act as a point person for partners and donors in response to outreach, questions and wider collaboration opportunities.

Grant Management

1. Lead on coordination with desk teams, finance, compliance, country and programmatic teams to conduct agreement reviews, address internal/external compliance concerns, ensure timely grant reporting, track budget vs actuals and file official grant paperwork.
2. Ensure account-related records are accurate and accessible and that up to date information is recorded on Raisers' Edge and appropriate internal and global drives.
3. Maintain understanding of key foundation partnerships to be able to represent foundation strategies to internal stakeholders.
4. Deputize key accounts when the Senior Strategic Partnerships Manager is unavailable.

Business Development

1. Lead portfolio expansion efforts (strategy, planning, materials) and strategies for thematic sectors, like food security and climate.
2. Proactively pursue leads and in-roads based on strong alignment with Mercy Corps.
3. Support cross-team efforts relating to open call opportunities.
4. Write, edit and/or project manage the development of concepts, proposals, reports, pitch decks, updates and stewardship materials.

Representation

1. Act as an internal expert on the philanthropic landscape, and channel the perspective of foundation partners in developing proposals and ideas with programmatic team members.
2. Effectively represent Mercy Corps to partners and external audiences for both fundraising and profile elevation.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

1. Minimum 4 years demonstrated experience in Trust and Foundations fundraising or proven experience in partnership development working in the international development/humanitarian sector.
2. Demonstrated experience in stewarding donors resulting in the growth of 6-7+-figure partnerships.
3. Excellent writing skills and experience of proposal and report writing for a corporate audience.
4. Excellent verbal communication skills, able to present the organisation and discuss opportunities for collaboration with a diverse range of actors.
5. Excellent attention to detail.
6. IT literate with good knowledge of Microsoft Office and databases.

Success Factors

1. Strong and collaborative team worker.
2. Excellent communicator, able to build and maintain effective internal and external relationships.
3. Creative and strategic thinker, able to find interesting angles to engage our partners.

The position is based in London and may involve occasional national and international travel. Team members are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner and respect Mercy Corps' policies, procedures, and values at all times. Mercy Corps is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Ongoing Learning

In support of our belief that learning organizations are more effective, we empower all team members to dedicate 5% of their time to learning activities that further their personal and/or professional growth and development.

Team Efficiency and Effectiveness

We foster a culture of trust and respect, where every team member is valued for their contributions, empowered to reach their full potential, and motivated to do their best work.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mercy Corps is an equal opportunity employer that does not tolerate discrimination on any basis.

Safeguarding & Ethics

Mercy Corps is committed to ensuring that all individuals we come into contact with through our work are treated with respect and dignity.

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