Senior Fundraising Officer (P)

Job Identification (Reference Number): 15583
Position Title: Senior Fundraising Officer
Duty Station City: Brussels
Duty Station Country: Belgium
Grade: P-5
Contract Type: Fixed-term (1 year with possibility of extension)
Recruiting Type: Professional
Vacancy Type: Vacancy Notice
Initial duration: 1 year with possibility of extension   
Closing date: 13 July 2025

Introduction:    

Established in 1951, IOM is a Related Organization of the United Nations, and as the leading UN agency in the field of migration, works closely with governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental partners. IOM is dedicated to promoting humane and orderly migration for the benefit of all. It does so by providing services and advice to governments and migrants.

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Applications are welcome from first- and second-tier candidates, particularly qualified female candidates as well as applications from the non-represented member countries of IOM. For all IOM vacancies, applications from qualified and eligible first-tier candidates are considered before those of qualified and eligible second-tier candidates in the selection process.                                                                              

For the purpose of this call, the following are considered first-tier candidates:  

1. Internal candidates
2. External female candidates:
3. Candidates from the following non-represented member states:

Antigua and Barbuda, Bahamas, Barbados, Comoros, Congo (the), Cook Islands, Dominica, Federated States of Micronesia, Grenada, Guinea-Bissau, Holy See, Iceland, Israel, Kiribati, Madagascar, Marshall Islands, Namibia, Nauru, Palau, Saint Kitts and Nevis, Saint Lucia, Samoa, Sao Tome and Principe, Seychelles, Solomon Islands, Suriname, Tonga, Tuvalu, Vanuatu

Second tier candidates include:
All external candidates, except candidates from nonrepresented member states of IOM and female candidates.

Context:

Under the direct supervision of the Director for the Sub-Regional Office (SRO) in Brussels and in close coordination with the Director of the Global Office (GO) in Brussels and both the Head of Donor Relations Division (DRD) and Private Sector Partnerships (PSP) Unit at Headquarters (HQ), the Senior Fundraising Officer will provide strategic and technical support to IOM Country Offices (COs) in the Sub-Region with special attention to those with a Partnership and Advocacy (COPA) function in the identification, development, and stewardship of fundraising opportunities. This position will focus on cultivating partnerships with government donors, foreign aid agencies, foundations, and the private sector, in alignment with IOM's global resource mobilization priorities.

The Senior Fundraising Officer will play a key role in fostering a fundraising culture across the Sub-Region, coordinating efforts across COs and COPAs, and promoting flexible, multi-year funding. They will also liaise with institutional donors based in Brussels and provide expert support and advice on global engagement strategies.

Strategic Fundraising and Donor Engagement:

At the national level the successful candidate shall work with COs to:

1.  Identify, assess, and pursue new and existing fundraising opportunities with institutional donors, including government foreign aid agencies, development cooperation agencies, foundations.
2. Develop and maintain strong partnerships with donors by conducting outreach, relationship management, proposal development, and reporting.
3. Identify specific funding opportunities liaising with the relevant units on drafting/development of project proposals, ensuring quality, compliance with donor expectations, and alignment with IOM’s strategic priorities.
4. Monitor EU national funding priorities coordinating approaches and ensuring regular flow of information to/from the GO on EC driven funding opportunities.
5. In the countries where COPAs are established, provide expert support,  guidance and advice on activities of the relevant units in performing/achieving COPA activities/goals as well as in the development of project proposals, ensuring quality, compliance with donor expectations, and alignment with IOM’s strategic priorities.

Private Sector Partnerships:

At the national level successful candidate shall work in close coordination with the PSP Unit at HQ and RO as well as COs to:

1. Provide expert support and advice on the expansion of private sector engagement in the COs of the Sub-Region by identifying corporate partners, foundations, and high-net-worth individuals aligned with IOM’s mission.
2. Lead the outreach and negotiations for private sector collaboration and partnership agreements.
3. Identify specific partnership opportunities coordinating with the relevant units the drafting/development of project proposals, ensuring quality, compliance with donor expectations, and alignment with IOM’s strategic priorities.
4. Promote innovative fundraising models, including cause-related marketing, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and joint campaigns. 
5. In the countries where COPAs are established, provide expert support, guidance and advice on the activities of the relevant units in relation to private sector engagement, as well as in the development of project proposals, ensuring quality, compliance with donor expectations, and alignment with IOM’s strategic priorities.

Capacity Building and Coordination:

1. Provide guidance and mentorship to staff in COPAs and COs in the Sub-Region on fundraising, donor engagement, and partnership development.
2. Lead the development of tools, templates, and communities of practice to enhance knowledge sharing and harmonization of fundraising approaches.
3. Manage the coordination with HQ, GO and RO to ensure coherence and consistency in donor outreach and messaging.

D. Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting:

1. Lead the monitoring of the fundraising pipelines and performance indicators in collaboration with HQ and COPAs.
2. Lead the timely preparation and quality assurance of donor reports, ensuring accountability and transparency in the use of funds.
3. Develop reporting and impact communication materials tailored to diverse donors, including private sector partners, governments, and foundations.

Other Duties:

1. Represent IOM in donor meetings, conferences, and forums in COPAs and the sub-region as required.
2. Perform such other duties as may be assigned. 

Education 

• Master’s degree in International Relations, Development Studies, Business Administration, or a related field from an accredited academic institution with ten years of relevant professional experience; or,
• University degree in the above fields with twelve years of relevant professional experience.

Accredited Universities are those listed in the UNESCO World Higher Education Database. 

Experience

• Minimum twelve years (ten years for Master’s degree holders) of progressive experience in fundraising, donor relations, or partnership development in the humanitarian, development, or international cooperation sector;
• Proven track record of successful proposal writing and donor engagement;
• Experience engaging with European institutions, government donors, and the private sector is highly desirable; and,
• A combination of field experience in a Country Office and Regional Office/ HQ is an asset.

Skills

• Strong understanding of the international donor landscape, including private sector trends;
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and representation skills;
• Project management, coordination, and organizational abilities; and,
• Strategic thinking and ability to work under pressure.

Languages

IOM's official languages are English, French and Spanish. 

For this position fluency in English is required (Oral and Written). Working knowledge of French, Spanish, and/or another official UN language (Arabic, Chinese, and Russian) is an advantage.

Proficiency of language(s) required will be specifically evaluated during the selection process, which may include written and/or oral assessments.

Required Competencies

IOM's competency framework can be found at this link. Competencies will be assessed during the selection process.

Values - all IOM staff members must abide by and demonstrate these five values:

• Inclusion and respect for diversity: Respects and promotes individual and cultural differences. Encourages diversity and inclusion.
• Integrity and transparency: Maintains high ethical standards and acts in a manner consistent with organizational principles/rules and standards of conduct.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates ability to work in a composed, competent and committed manner and exercises careful judgment in meeting day-to-day challenges.
• Courage: Demonstrates willingness to take a stand on issues of importance.
• Empathy: Shows compassion for others, makes people feel safe, respected and fairly treated.

Core Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 3

• Teamwork: Develops and promotes effective collaboration within and across units to achieve shared goals and optimize results.
• Delivering results: Produces and delivers quality results in a service-oriented and timely manner. Is action oriented and committed to achieving agreed outcomes.
• Managing and sharing knowledge: Continuously seeks to learn, share knowledge and innovate.
• Accountability: Takes ownership for achieving the Organization's priorities and assumes responsibility for own actions and delegated work.
• Communication: Encourages and contributes to clear and open communication. Explains complex matters in an informative, inspiring and motivational way.

Managerial Competencies – behavioural indicators Level 3

• Leadership: Provides a clear sense of direction, leads by example and demonstrates the ability to carry out the Organization's vision. Assists others to realize and develop their leadership and professional potential.
• Empowering others: Creates an enabling environment where staff can contribute their best and develop their potential.
• Building Trust: Promotes shared values and creates an atmosphere of trust and honesty.
• Strategic thinking and vision: Works strategically to realize the Organization's goals and communicates a clear strategic direction.
• Humility: Leads with humility and shows openness to acknowledging own shortcomings.

Notes

Internationally recruited professional staff are required to be mobile.

Any offer made to the candidate in relation to this vacancy notice is subject to funding confirmation.

This selection process may be used to staff similar positions in various duty stations. Recommended candidates will remain eligible to be appointed in a similar position for a period of 24 months.

The list of NMS countries above includes all IOM Member States which are non-represented in the Professional Category of staff members. For this staff category, candidates who are nationals of the duty station's country cannot be considered eligible.

Appointment will be subject to certification that the candidate is medically fit for appointment, accreditation, any residency or visa requirements, security clearances.
Vacancies close at 23:59 local time Geneva, Switzerland on the respective closing date. No late applications will be accepted.

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IOM only accepts duly completed applications submitted through the IOM e-Recruitment system (for internal candidates link here). The online tool also allows candidates to track the status of their application.
 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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