UNIT: Resource Generation and Partnerships 

REPORTS TO: Director of Resource Generation and Partnership

WORKS WITH

Internal: BOT/NAC Coordinator, Executive Director, Director of Resource Generation and Partnerships, Corporate Partnerships Team, Communications Team, Conservation Project Team, IDP Team, Finance and Admin Team 

External: HNWIs and their trusts and foundations, BOT/NAC members, WWF Network – mainly philanthropy/development counterparts 

JOB DESCRIPTION

Reporting to the Head of Resource Generation and Partnerships, the Philanthropy Communications Officer is responsible for providing communications support and stewardship/admin support for WWF PH’s various engagements with philanthropists. 

MAJOR DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES

• Identification and qualification: Conduct prospective donor research and preparation of documents, including bios and profiles of HNWIs/impact partners 
• Cultivation and engagement: Write, design, adapt/repackage and identify various communication and news materials and provide coordination support for donor events/meetings/trips; keep track of points of contact
• Proposals: Working with the conservation and project development teams, write project proposals, i.e. cases for support, conservation project concepts, pitch presentations for major donors/partners 
• Populate/Manage major donor database/CRM and generate reports for management use
• Input into wider organizational comms plan to ensure relevance to philanthropy audience 
• Prepare gifting requirements (included in stewardship), billing statements, donation certificates, requests for payment, and other related administrative tasks.  
• Provide operational and administrative support to the Director of Resource Generation and Partnerships to effectively implement fundraising strategies 
  
• Ensure compliance with WWF-established policies and procedures 
• Coordinate with WWF Network counterparts to ensure coherence of approach/maximize opportunities 
• Perform other relevant and related tasks not specifically mentioned in the foregoing

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS  

• Graduate preferably with a degree in Communication Arts, Advertising, Journalism, Development Communications, Marketing, or a related degree 
• At least 3 years of relevant work experience in philanthropy or environmental communications, fundraising, high-level sales/relationship management, with proven success
• Appreciation for/understanding of current environmental and conservation issues
• Outstanding verbal and written English communication skills, with a high level of attention to detail and experience in preparing material for/corresponding with major donors, HNWIs, and other C-suite level execs
• Excellent interpersonal, organisational skills, and self-motivation 
• Excellent coordination and work in virtual teams, including working well with all levels of internal  management and staff 
• Strong IT and internet research skills
• Proficiency with applications such as MS Office, Gmail, and collaborative platforms (Google Drive, Zoom, Workplace); Proficiency in In Design, Photoshop and other visual / design applications
• Clearly demonstrates behaviors aligned to the culture of WWF: Strive for Impact, Listen Deeply, Collaborate Openly and Innovate Fearlessly 
• Identifies and aligns with the core values of the WWF organization: Courage, Integrity, Respect & Collaboration