Senior Manager Development and Fundraising

GENERAL MISSION
• Lead development and fundraising activities in support of the implementation of the PEFC Alliance Strategy 2030, focusing on project development and raising the funds for those projects. The aim of the projects should be that
o all PEFC NGB members have the capacity to fully contribute to PEFC’s
vision and mission and maximise their contributions to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals in relation to forests
o the PEFC Alliance is positioned as a competent player in the sustainable forest management arena and the experience and capacity of its members contributes to mitigating climate change effects, improving livelihoods and promoting ecosystem services.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Build and maintain networks with private and public funding agencies and development partners.
• Develop projects in accordance with the priorities of PEFC’s Development and Fundraising Strategy (DFS).
• Make use of a variety of funding mechanisms in accordance with the DFS.
• Coordinate fundraising activities of the PEFC Council.
• Act as Secretary of the Development and Fundraising Committee of the PEFC Board of Directors.
• Engage with PEFC members, particularly as regards potential joint development and fundraising activities or to support their own initiatives in this area.
• Provide quality assurance for project delivery.
• Organize project evaluations as required.
• Collaborate closely with the Secretariat’s marketing and communications team.
• Represent the PEFC Secretariat in relevant international networking and development events.

Requirements
• University degree in management, administration, international or political science, natural resources management, forestry or related fields
• Minimum 8 years of experience of project development in the international forestry arena

Comprehensive knowledge of global and regional funding mechanisms and private and public funding agencies that are relevant for PEFC
• Ability to work in an international and multi-cultural environment
• Flexibility with excellent prioritization and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English. Proficiency in either French or Spanish/Portuguese is an asset.
• Ability to travel

Location : Geneva, Brussels, or other
Occupation Time % : 100%
Duration : 3-year contract, with the option of extension
Line Manager : Secretary General / CEO
Travel : approx. 30%