Country: Haiti
Closing date: 29 Apr 2019
- Specific focus on Major Donor and Corporate Partners
- Full-time, permanent position based in Hong Kong
- Fluency in English and Cantonese is a must
The Fred Hollows Foundation is one of Australia’s most respected and trusted international development organisations whose vision is to end avoidable blindness. The Foundation works in 26 countries across Asia, Africa, The Pacific and the Middle East as well as in Australia, the United Kingdom, United Arab Emirates and the United States of America.
An exciting opportunity currently exists for an experienced fundraising professional to join our team and help expand our award-winning work to end avoidable blindness across the world. The Partnerships Executive – HK, will play an important role as a member of a small but growing development team based in our Hong Kong office. The role will focus on major donor and corporate fundraising opportunities in Hong Kong.
The region and in particular Hong Kong is a large but tightly networked fundraising market and the role requires an ambitious, diligent, personable, and results-oriented business development professional to help to grow our presence. The candidate will build upon the good standing of The Fred Hollows Foundation in the market, focusing on the cultivation, engagement, and stewardship of major donor and corporate prospects.
Previous fundraising experience is essential and the selected candidate will be confident interacting and establishing connections with high net worth individuals, with a successful track record in soliciting major gifts. Proficiency in both oral and verbal English and Cantonese is necessary.
Critical to your success will be your ability to find creative ways to identify and cultivate relationships, using existing pipelines, resources and networks. You will have exceptional communication skills, including persuasive and negotiating abilities, along with effective listening skills, diplomacy and tact. Relationship management skills will be your strength and passion and you will use these to build trust and credibility among a range of people.
How to apply:
For a detailed Job description and for information on how to apply please visit our website http://www.hollows.org/au/careers/current-vacancies
Alternatively, if you would like further information please contact our Talent Acquisition Team via email at employment@hollows.org
Applications close: 29th April 2019
The Fred Hollows Foundation is committed to protecting the rights of children in all areas where we work. Applicants are advised that The Foundation reserves the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child safe environment