Senior Officer, Financial Services Partnerships - London, United Kingdom - International Rescue Committee

International Rescue Committee

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London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) responds to the world's worst humanitarian crises, helping to restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing, and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster.

Founded in 1933 at the call of Albert Einstein, the IRC is one of the world's largest international humanitarian non-governmental organizations (INGO), at work in more than 40 countries and more than 25 U.S.

cities helping people to survive, reclaim control of their future and strengthen their communities. A force for humanity, IRC employees delivers lasting impact by restoring safety, dignity and hope to millions.

If you're a solutions-driven, passionate change-maker, come join us in positively impacting the lives of millions of people world-wide for a better future.

BACKGROUND

Over the past 90 years, the International Rescue Committee (IRC) has developed unparalleled expertise in responding to emergencies and helping uprooted communities to rebuild.

Founded in 1933 at the request of Albert Einstein, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster.

The IRC is on the ground in more than 40 countries, providing emergency relief, relocating refugees and rebuilding lives in the wake of disaster.

The IRC is committed to a culture of bold leadership, innovation in all aspects of our work, creative partnerships and, most crucially, accountability to those we serve.

The IRC is a tireless advocate for the most vulnerable.

IRC UK
IRC UK is part of the IRC global network, which has its global headquarters in New York.

Our team in the UK works to raise profile, deliver policy and practice change, and increase funding to help restore health, safety, education, economic wellbeing and power to people devastated by conflict and disaster.

Since 2021, IRC UK has also provided integration services directly to refugees in England, a programme that is rapidly growing.

In Europe, the IRC also has offices in Berlin, Bonn, Brussels, Geneva and Stockholm.

The Purpose of the Role

The International Rescue Committee (IRC) is seeking a driven partnerships professional with a wealth of knowledge and excitement for the financial services sector, who will develop and deepen partnerships with corporate partners in support of our mission to help refugees survive, recover and gain control of their future.

Since its inception in 1933, the IRC offers lifesaving care and life-changing assistance to refugees forced to flee from war or disaster.

This role sits in the growing Global Corporate Partnerships unit, which leads on the IRC's engagement with corporations and sits within the wider External Relations team.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Collaborate with the Associate Director, Financial Services to cultivate a $2M+ USD portfolio of partners in support of the Global Corporate Partnerships Financial Services strategy with a focus on diversified funding streams, growing unrestricted funds, and expanding influence;
Help to deliver a robust strategy for the Global Financial Services sector; identifying and initiating strategies for sector partnerships through a variety of partnership models (e.g. Strategic, employee engagement, pro bono expertise, etc.)
Design and implement creative stewardship, engagement and growth strategies for partners within the portfolio including account plans, proposal submissions and partnership discussions.
Develop materials for partners or prospects, including proposed partnership overviews and activation ideas, concept notes, proposals, presentations, and reports, from drafts through to final lineediting and formatting.
Work closely with the External Relations teams (e.g., digital, creative studio, experiential events) to leverage financerelated virtual and inperson events and campaigns to support the overall fundraising efforts of the organization.
Establish a robust client servicing plan for each portfolio partner, including identifying key performance indicators, ongoing planning and reporting procedures to optimize quality of service, income growth, and donor satisfaction.
Facilitate information flows between prospects and donors, program staff and fellow fundraisers;
Undertake special assignments, as needed.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Experience

Considerable relevant experience or strong interest in the financial services sector and community
Experience of partnership development and/or front line corporate fundraising experience in a dynamic, fastpaced environment;
Experience identifying and exploring new and creative ways of engaging with companies and their communities, influencers, and other partners to support humanitarian efforts.

Demonstrated Skills and Competencies:

Management or solicitation of partnerships valued at or above $500,000 USD per year;
Ability to develop thoughtful project management plans and implement them in timely and detailed fashion;
Ability to accur