Director, External Relations Independent Diplomat

About Independent Diplomat Independent Diplomat (ID) (www.independentdiplomat.org) is a unique non-profit venture in the world of international relations, diplomacy and conflict prevention. Staffed by former diplomats, international lawyers and other experts in international relations, ID offers independent and confidential advice and assistance on diplomatic technique and strategy to governments, international institutions, non-governmental organisations and political groups. ID has offices in New York, London, Brussels and Juba. Job Purpose To lead and implement ID’s outreach and engagement with foundations, individuals and other key donor audiences, primarily in the US but also internationally; To raise ID’s public and institutional profile, where necessary working with ID’s Media Adviser, and translate it into financial support; To manage grant reporting and proposal cycles; To formulate and hone ID’s institutional communications and external messaging; To grow and broaden support and a deeper understanding of ID’s work among existing and new audiences, employing fresh and creative avenues, including public and media events. Job Description As a member of ID’s management team, and working particularly closely with ID’s Executive Director and Managing Director, ID’s Director of External Relations will lead on ID’s fundraising and external outreach strategies with a view to achieving ID’s overall growth strategy, focusing on the following areas: Foundations Manage all aspects of ID’s relationships with US foundations, including both existing and prospective donors: Develop and maintain contact with key foundation program leaders; Manage grant cycles and requirements; Indentify new funding opportunities; Develop strategies for successful approaches to prospective funders; Craft funding pitch, when appropriate; Draft proposals and funder reports. Individuals Significantly broaden support for ID’s work and mission among individual donors: Identification; Strategy; Organize events to introduce ID’s work to target audiences; Draft communications; Ensure follow-up and regular contact. Communications Develop and hone ID’s organizational messaging; Develop ID’s public presence and communication materials, including ID’s website, Facebook, information brochures, etc, ensuring consistency of message and form. Board relations Work closely with the chairman of ID’s board to grow board membership and solicit donors; Organize and prepare for board meetings. Other Organize and manage ID events, including public events for clients; Oversee and help to coordinate government fundraising efforts. Person Specification Essential Deeply political and well versed and experienced in international affairs Articulate, outgoing and an outstanding networker Exceptional writing skills Technologically savvy, with particular interest in and understanding of new media Proven track record of making and sustaining new and productive relationships, particularly with funders Willingness to travel High energy, creativity, a sense of humor, cultural sensitivity and social tact. Preferred Successful fundraising experience; Established networks of contacts, particularly in the US; Work experience abroad. How to apply Please send a letter of application stating the skills and approach that you would bring to the post, your suitability for this role, as well as your self assessment against the Candidate Profile and Job Requirements and Desirable Qualifications and Competencies requirement in the job description along with your CV/resume (max 2 pages, no photos) in English in strict confidence BY EMAIL ONLY to Emily Bracken at Daryl Upsall Consulting International at jobs@darylupsall.com Please ensure that they are sent as Word documents with the titles “your name cover letter” and “your name CV”. Please put “Independent Diplomat, Director External Relations” in the email subject line and state how you came across about the job announcement.

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