Job Description

Job Purpose

The Associate Director (Fund Raising & Donor Relations) is responsible for the planning and implementation of programmes to raise funds for the Institute of Policy Studies (IPS). He/She will develop and/or identify projects that IPS can raise funds through. The Associate Director takes charge of reaching out to donors to secure commitments from them to provide new/additional donations.

He/She will also be required to manage IPS\' Corporate Associate Programme, build further value into the programme and increase the membership.

• Collaborate closely with the IPS Director, Deputy Director (Admin), Associate Director (Public Affairs) and NUS Development Office (DVO) in increasing support from donors; routinely identify and qualify prospective donors for donations.
• Increase the current number of Corporate Associates.
• Fundraise through select special projects/events and solicits gifts from major donors as appropriate.
• Establish and conduct a comprehensive donors/Corporate Associates recognition programme to strengthen existing donors/Corporate Associates commitment to the Institute and forge new relationships to build visibility, impact and financial resources.
• Oversight of the donors / Corporate Associates \xe2\x80\x9cthank you\xe2\x80\x9d process, preparation of stewardship and endowment reports, consultation on donors recognition opportunities.
• Manage all communication/correspondence to donors/Corporate Associates. Prepare all donor(s)\' stewardship reports to those providing endowed funds or whose gifts are for specific purposes that require outcome reports.
• Provide direction, manage planning and execution of donors/Corporate Associates events (e.g., donors recognition receptions, luncheons, dinners, dedication ceremonies). This may require coordination of invitations, speakers, food/drink, guest lists, etc. with internal and external parties.
• Oversee donors/Corporate Associates records and data; provide statistical analysis to IPS Director, Deputy Director (Admin) & Associate Director (Public Affairs) in relation to donors/Corporate Associates information.

Qualifications

• At least a Bachelor degree.
• Substantial administrative experience in a major institution - preferably a tertiary institution.
• Some experience or familiarity with policy issues of relevance to the work of IPS.
• Capacity to write clearly and edit the writings of others.
• Be a good team player.
• Be a reliable worker.
• Meticulous attention to detail, exceptional customer service, interpersonal and communications skills.
• Excellent command of English, other Asian languages would be an advantage.
• Leadership qualities and ability to manage projects and supervise staff.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Good knowledge of MS office applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

Application Procedures

Please upload your cover letter and curriculum vitae via NUS Career Page.

Your cover letter/CV should include details such as your highest qualifications, last drawn salary, expected salary and reasons for leaving your last/current position. Please also state when you expect to be able to begin work, if this position is offered to you.

(We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.)

More Information

Location: Bukit Timah Campus

Organization: Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy

Department : Institute of Policy Studies

Employee Referral Eligible:

Job requisition ID : 20862

National University of Singapore