Development Manager
Based in Ho Chi Minh City

Posted:February 23, 2009

Deadline to Apply : March 12, 2009

East Meets West Foundation (EMW) is one of the largest development non-government organizations in Vietnam with a brand name that is widely recognized among donors and policy makers in Vietnam for its excellent reputation in program implementation, integrity and innovation.

We are seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of the Development Manager in EMW’s office in Ho Chi Minh City. The Development Manager will supervise two existing staff, and will report directly to the Country Director for Vietnam.

Job Duties

• Fundraising and Donor Solicitation
  • Successfully attain funding from corporations for EMW programs.
  • Reach annual fundraising goal.
  • Build and maintain relationships with corporate donors and potential donors.
  • Identify and develop relationship with new corporations in Vietnam to make financial contributions to EMW.
  • Identify individuals who can make financial contributions to EMW. 
  • Perform all necessary tasks to raise funds, including: i) writing letters, ii) making phone calls, iii) meeting prospective donors, iv) writing grant proposals, v) giving presentations, vi) leading trips throughout Vietnam, and vii) arranging events.
  • Keep careful records using EMW systems of all donor contacts and conversations.
  • Coordinate with EMW communications staff in Oakland and Hanoi to deliver donor events, press releases, media activities and public relations.
  • Keep all major donors informed about EMW activities, coordinating closely with other fundraisers in Vietnam and in the US.
  • If and when EMW launches a capital or major donor campaign, fundraiser will be expected to fully assist with that project.
• Coordinate closely with EMW staff responsible for new program development as required. Develop program proposals under guidance of the Program Development Director in Hanoi for major proposals, including writing proposals, working with concerned program managers in EMW, developing budgets, and complying with donors’ requirements.
• Manage HCMC office
  • Supervise office manager and development assistant/program officer, including conducting annual performance reviews.
  • Carefully follow all EMW procedures with respect to personnel, office management, bookkeeping, accounting and budgeting.
  • Manage HCMC office budget, ensuring that allowed expenses are not exceeded.
  • Represent EMW at official functions and public events, including as public speaker.

Desired qualifications

• College education, prefer advanced degree in related field.
• At least three years of experience in fundraising and/or program development.
• Track record in fundraising, preferably in Vietnam as well as elsewhere.
• Fluency in speaking and writing English. Vietnamese competency is desirable.
• Dynamic, persistent and creative.

Salary and benefits will be determined based on experience and qualifications.

 

Deadline of receiving applications for the above positions is March 12, 2009.  All interested candidates are welcome to contact and submit their applications to thoi@eastmeetswest.org.vn