Fundraising Officer

Al’ard for Agricultural Development (AAD), is one of the leading organizations in the field of agricultural development and strengthening the steadfastness of farmers and their struggle for a decent life, safe access to their natural resources, and strengthening the principles of their sovereignty over their land and food. We strive for the Palestinian human to be free and protected in his homeland. We are defenders of human rights wherever they are found and we believe in justice, equality and equal opportunities in order to build a strong, healthy society free from corruption. 

At Al’ard, we are seeking an excellent “Fundraising Officer” to join our team. In this role, you will use your expert communication skills and keen sense of initiative to spot fundraising opportunities, develop relationships with potential donors, and manage fundraising campaigns. By coordinating events, writing proposals and concept notes, and recruiting and leading volunteers, you will hone your speaking, writing, and leadership abilities while moving Al’ard closer to its financial goals.

The ideal candidate will be motivated, professional, and organized, with a knack for research. We are looking for someone who believes in Al’ard’s mission and will demonstrate exceptional drive to further our existing fundraising efforts and help strategize and deliver new ones.

Objectives of this Role

• Promote awareness of the organization’s mission and work
• Accumulate a network of dedicated donors and volunteers
• Spot new fundraising opportunities
• Plan fundraising initiatives to help the organization meet financial goals
• Form strong relationships with external stakeholders
• Ensure major donors are satisfied and kept in the loop

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities

• Research individuals, institutes, and foundations that may be interested in making donations. 
• Effectively convey the organization’s mission, vision, and programs to potential donors.
• Write grant applications and fundraising proposals.
• Strategize and successfully execute fundraising campaigns.
• Organize fundraising events while overseeing teams of volunteers.
• Manage a budget and track whether goals are being met.

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Skills and Qualifications

• A minimum of three years’ fundraising experience.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to lead and motivate colleagues and volunteers.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to conduct research.
• Adept at managing tasks, planning fundraising events, and balancing priorities
• Close to native level in English (writing and speaking).
• Experience writing grant proposals, press releases, and/or fundraising letters.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, business, public relations, or a related field.
• Certificate in Fundraising, Diploma in Fundraising, or similar qualification.
• Competence in Microsoft Office suite and donor management systems.
• Confidence with public speaking.
• Legal/accounting/marketing experience a plus.

Interested candidates are invited to submit a Cover Letter and CV to the following email address

  [email protected] 

Please make sure that the job title is clearly stated in the subject line of the email. All applications will be treated with confidentiality, and only short listed candidates will be called in for an interview.

Deadline for accepting applications is December  15th, 2021.