EngenderHealth is seeking a Vice President, External Affairs and Resource Mobilization in New York. EngenderHealth works to improve the health and well- being of people in the poorest communities of the world. We do this by sharing our expertise in sexual and reproductive health and transforming the quality of health care. We promote gender equity, advocate for sound practices and policies, and inspire people to assert their rights to better, healthier lives. Working in partnership with local organizations, we adapt our work in response to local needs. As a member of the Senior Leadership team, the Vice President, External Affairs and Resource Mobilization is responsible for development and implementation of a comprehensive global and integrated strategy for increasing and diversifying funding and support for EngenderHealth, with a particular emphasis on developing new funding streams in the changing external environment. (S)he will also be responsible for development and implementation of a comprehensive global strategy for advocacy and communications to increase support and visibility with key internal and external constituencies.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE: Build, lead and manage a unified and effective External Affairs and Resource Mobilization function for EngenderHealth (teams currently comprised of separate functions in program/ business development & external relations (incl. fundraising and communications). Develop and implement an integrated resource mobilization strategy across diversified funding sectors including domestic and international public, private, corporate, foundation and individual donors. Proactively develop and maintain relationships with current and potential global and domestic donors. Develop and implement an appropriate strategy for advocacy with key policy constituents - US and global. Ensure development and implementation of appropriate integrated communication strategy and activities to advance EngenderHealth's mission, maximize fund development, complement advocacy strategy and enhance EngenderHealth's positioning for future funding. Implement appropriate external environmental scanning/ analysis to ensure appropriate strategic positioning of organization as a whole and for specific bids for funding as required. Promote, position and manage EngenderHealth's brand. With the President, develop, guide and lead implementation plans for donor cultivation, solicitation and stewardship, press and media relations, and policy and advocacy efforts. Partner, support, and work closely with EngenderHealth's program leadership to identify strategic needs and pursue opportunities for funding. Work closely with members of the Board of Directors to maximize opportunities for fund/ resource development and external relationships. Provide support and guidance to the Public Affairs and Development committees of the Board of Directors as required. Ensure provision of appropriate communications and advocacy guidance and support to programs and projects across the organization. Ensure the integrity of resource mobilization financial and reporting systems, consistent with donor expectations, domestic and international grant requirements and EngenderHealth's internal financial management policies and procedures. Act as external representative and spokesperson for the organization as required. As a member of the Senior Leadership team, share leadership responsibility for development and implementation of overall organizational strategy, ensuring effective organizational management, and stewardship of resources and financial accountability.
QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of ten years of proven, successful senior leadership experience in a role that encompasses responsibility for fundraising, business/ program development, marketing and communications, and policy and advocacy activities. Experience of the international non-profit sector is essential. Proven experience of development and implementation of marketing, public relations and communications strategies for diverse external audiences. Demonstrated success in working with and securing financial support from a wide range of donors - experience of working with government funders will be particularly helpful. Excellent understanding of international public health experience in developing countries in areas related to sexual and reproductive health. Demonstrated leadership and management skills. Experience of building and leading a successful function with fundraising responsibilities is essential. Ability to be strategic, innovative and entrepreneurial, and to foster these abilities with other staff. Flexibility and adaptability with proven capacity to respond rapidly and effectively to a changing giving and philanthropic environment. Excellent partnership and relationship building skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Fluency in foreign languages would be helpful but is not essential. Excellent cross-cultural sensitivity and familiarity with developing countries' culture, reality, challenges and opportunities. TO APPLY: for this position, please visit our website at
www.engenderhealth.org and click on "New York". Then search for the position title to complete application. EngenderHealth provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
