Volunteer - Fundraising Officer

The Blockchain & Climate Institute (BCI) is an international volunteers-led think tank supporting and

advocating the application of blockchain technology in the global fight against climate change.

We are looking to recruit highly motivated and enthusiastic Fundraising Officers to join the Treasury Section

of the Director-General’s Office.

You will be responsible for coordinating the development and implementation of the annual fundraising

strategy, with the aim of significantly growing the Institute’s income streams. Through close liaison with all

Divisions (DGO, External Affairs, Capacity Building and Research) across the BCI, you will be expected to

develop an engagement plan for donors, stakeholders and prospective members whilst creating and managing

an efficient system to identify and develop new fundraising opportunities.

As the first specialist position of its kind, it is imperative you are value-driven, experienced (i.e. fundraising,

business development, portfolio analysis, partnerships etc.) and looking to make an impact in international

climate change.

Responsibilities

● Provide support to the DGO by researching corporate and philanthropic foundations, developing

content for a range of applications including sponsorship proposals;

● Design, plan and deliver executive webinars and events for both current and prospective sponsors;

● Externally represent the Institute to extend its influence and profile amongst corporate, governmental and charitable organisations, and other key donors;

● Produce compelling performance and evaluation reports with support from relevant Divisions;

● Ensuring the quality and integrity of the Institute’s brand and proposition while creating marketing opportunities to build brand awareness;

● Building and maintaining governmental and non-governmental relationships at a high level; and

● Liaising with colleagues in other teams as needed to develop and promote your work, e.g., website team, finance team, etc. Core competencies

● Confidence to approach new business prospects on the telephone, face-to-face and in writing;

● Effective interpersonal and communication skills;

● Ability to work well within a team and individually; and

● Ability to identify funding/sponsorship opportunities, within either a climate and/or blockchain-related environment

Ability to develop effective working relationships, work flexibly across professional and operational boundaries, and communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders at all levels;

● Proven ability to multitask and prioritise workloads;

● You will be an outstanding communicator with attention to detail and hold the ability to persuade, motivate and inspire;

● Approaching work with an entrepreneurial mindset

● Some knowledge of topics central to the BCI such as climate change, climate finance and blockchain technology preferred

● Proven experience identifying and securing funding from government donors, multilateral agencies, corporate donors and/or foundations in a not-for-profit environment;

● Excellent networking, communication, and interpersonal skills with a demonstrable track record in managing high-level relationships;

● Proactive attitude and an ability to deliver targets within tight deadlines;

● Proven ability to develop fundraising strategies, milestones and objectives

● Knowledge of the legal framework for both fundraising and donations in the not-for-profit sector in the UK and Europe.