Corporate Fundraiser
Tirana
- Organization: SOS Children’s Villages International
- Location: Tirana
- Grade:
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Occupational Groups:
- External Relations, Partnerships and Resource mobilization
- Public, Private Partnership
- Grant writing
- Closing Date: 2025-12-10
We are looking for a Corporate Fundraiser!
If you like to communicate, know what corporate social responsibility is, you have an inherent gift of persuasion and you can inspire others to do good, we are waiting for you!
Mission of the position:
- Pursue opportunities to fund the programme costs of the organization from corporate sector donations in order to increase the financial self-sufficiency and to define, implement and fulfil the middle-term Corporate Fundraising Strategy reflected in the business plans by monitoring, evaluating and analysing the actual results vs targets and the competitor activities.
- Establish and maintain long-term partnerships with corporate partners; act as role model in partnership negotiations; manage and upgrade the accounts, network and position the SOS Children’s Villages in Albania brand according to the brand vision, mission and values.
About us:
SOS Children’s Villages in Albania is a nongovernmental and nonpolitical organization, which provides family-like care since 1995, and it is part of the international organization which provides a loving home for children that have lost parental care in over 136 countries all over the world.
We work to prevent family breakdown and care for children who have lost parental care, or who risk losing it. Our vision is a world where every child belongs to a family and grows with love, respect and security. We work with communities, partners and states to ensure that the rights of all children are respected and fulfilled.
About you:
Must criteria for the position! Competencies – knowledge, skills, abilities
- University degree in the field of Marketing / Sales / Business Administration/ Public Relations/ Communications/ Social Sciences.
- At least 2 years of proven experience and results in the field of fundraising, marketing or sales;
- Demonstrated success in managing a portfolio of partners and achieving growth targets;
- Previous experience in securing corporate sponsorships and partnerships it is an advantage;
- Excellent Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication abilities to craft compelling proposals and engage with corporate partners.
- Relationship Building: Ability to develop and maintain relationships with corporate donors, sponsors, and partners.
- Negotiation Skills: Expertise in negotiating sponsorship agreements and partnership terms to maximize value for both parties.
- Campaign & Event Coordination: Experience managing fundraising campaigns and events from conception through execution.
- Fluent in spoken and written English;
- Highly Motivated: Self-starter with a strong drive to achieve fundraising targets and exceed expectations.
- Team-Oriented: Ability to work collaboratively with internal teams, stakeholders, and volunteers.
- Adaptable: Flexibility to adjust strategies and approaches in response to changing organizational needs and market conditions.
Main tasks and responsibilities
- Create and implement comprehensive fundraising plans to secure corporate sponsorships and partnerships.
- Identify potential corporate partners and develop targeted approaches for engagement.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with corporate donors, sponsors, and partners.
- Engage with existing corporate partners to ensure continued support and satisfaction.
- Develop compelling proposals and presentations tailored to the interests and objectives of potential corporate partners.
- Clearly articulate the value proposition and benefits of partnership or sponsorship.
- Negotiate terms and agreements for corporate donations, ensuring mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Draft and finalize contracts and ensure compliance with agreed terms.
- Plan, organize, and manage corporate fundraising events, campaigns, and initiatives.
- Oversee logistical details, coordinate with vendors, and ensure events run smoothly.
- Track and analyze fundraising metrics and performance against targets.
- Prepare and present reports on fundraising progress, outcomes, and impact to stakeholders.
- Develop and manage budgets for fundraising initiatives and events.
- Ensure accurate financial reporting and accountability for fundraising expenditures.
In the framework of child protection policy:
SOS Children’s Villages Albania is committed to upholding and promoting its core values, beliefs, and high ethical standards at all levels. We expect all employees to respect these standards and contribute to maintaining a safe and responsible work environment. As part of the recruitment process, reference checks will be conducted to ensure compliance with these expectations. This initiative is intended to prevent applications from unsuitable candidates.
- Has the responsibility to protect children from all forms of abuse, abandonment, manipulation, violence and discrimination;
- Has the responsibility to act without delay and report any suspicions, concerns, allegations or incidents regarding the safety of children immediately;
- Ensures confidentiality and sharing of information as needed;
- Has the responsibility to respect the Regulation on “Prevention and Protection against Sexual Harassment, Exploitation and Abuse” as well as Code of Conduct.
- He / she is expected to promote and support a culture of respect, dignity, trust and accountability that deters violations.
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If you recognize yourself in the text above, please send us until December 10, 2025, to the email address: hr@soskd.org.al the:
- CV
- Application letter (max. 1 page)
- Reference
Please note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
Applications from non-qualifying applicants will most likely be discarded by the recruiting manager.