"Manager (Development)"

Job Purpose

The Institute of Policy Studies (IPS) is a policy think-tank at the Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy, National University of Singapore. The Institute analyses public policy; builds bridges between thought leaders; communicates its findings to a wide audience; and provides a platform for mature, open, and incisive discussion on Singapore’s challenges, options, and direction.

IPS is looking to appoint a Manager to help manage its Development team, whose primary responsibility is to build strong bonds and networks with existing and prospective donors, with a view to raising funds for the Institute and its projects. S/he will contribute to identifying opportunities; developing and executing campaigns; and managing the day-to-day functions of the team. If you care deeply and are passionate about bettering society, here is where you will find meaning and work that is impactful.

Job Description

• Work closely with Associate Director (Fundraising and Donor Relations) in increasing support from donors; routinely identify and qualify prospective donors for donations.
• Support fundraising through select special projects/ initiatives and solicit gifts from major donors as appropriate.
• Donor/ prospect research and fundraising pipeline building.
• Establish and conduct a comprehensive review of donors/ prospect and support efforts to forge new relationships to build visibility, impact and financial resources.
• Oversight of the donors “thank you” process with the preparation of stewardship and endowment reports, consultation on donors recognition opportunities.
• Manage communication/ correspondence to donors. Prepare all donor(s)’ stewardship reports to those providing endowed funds or whose gifts are for specific purposes that require outcome reports.
• Facilitate the management and executive of donor 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.
• Manage donor/ prospect records and database.

Qualifications

• At least a Bachelor’s degree.
• Fundraising experience in a non-profit organisation or education institute is preferred.
• Exceptional research skills required to thoroughly identify, assess, and engage potential prospects and donors.
• Meticulous attention to detail, good customer service, interpersonal and communications skills.
• Strong administrative and logistical skills.
• Be a good team player and a reliable worker.
• Excellent command of English and capacity to write clearly.
• Experience with organisation and project management skills.
• Good knowledge of MS office applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).

To apply

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: 25692