Role purpose

The Chief Development Officer is a part of senior leadership of the Industry Hub and will develop, execute, and evaluate a resource mobilization strategy for the organization. This will include planning for the public launch of the Industry Hub, as well as strategizing Hub engagement in major field convenings like Climate Week. Working collaboratively with fellow members, as well as with external partners and the management team members, the Director of Development and Communications will design and implement a sustainable development infrastructure for the Industry Hub with an emphasis on cultivating and stewarding new relationships with high-net worth individuals and foundation partners to support its ambitious funding goal.

The Chief Development Officer should be well-versed in fundraising strategy, proposal development, donor reporting, compliance, and stewardship, as well as strategic communications designed to primarily influence current and potential funders. The lead will also devise strategies to expand the team, particularly by filling key development roles as the Industry Hub grows.

Reports to: Chief Executive Officer

Direct reports: Development and Communications Team(s)

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Fundraising Strategy Development & Execution

• Serve as the architect and leader of the Industry Hub’s fundraising strategy, working closely with the CEO, Director of Strategy, Director of Operations, Management Committee, as well as contracted staff and consultants, to maintain Industry Hub sustainability and drive overall philanthropy to the field.
• Support the CEO in her role as chief spokesperson, serving as a coach, advisor, and co-strategist in cultivating transformative philanthropy to industrial decarbonization.
• Similarly guide and support senior leadership, program staff, Management Committee members, and other key constituents in all philanthropy-related fundraising activities, ensuring that their time spent is productive and meaningful.

Stewardship, Compliance, & Reporting

• Monitor and maintain strong relationships with current and potential funders.
• Develop, oversee the writing of, and track proposals for a range of donors, including but not limited to individual philanthropists and foundations.
• Oversee and contribute to the development of high quality, timely reporting to partners and donors, particularly major contributors to the Hub pooled fund. Establish a systematic manner of tracking reports and keeping records. Ensure the Industry Hub’s activities meet the commitments made and expectations established to donors.

Public Relations and Communications

• Develop supporting external engagement strategy to complement overall fundraising approach, including when and how the Industry Hub should launch publicly.
• Oversee development and continuing refinement of Industry Hub image and brand.
• Support creation of values-aligned and high-quality materials for external distribution.

Management

• Manage team of professionals that provide direct program support. Coach, mentor, onboard, and supervise staff. Provide guidance and support to help advance portfolio, individual, and professional growth goals. Learn and share best practices that support team learning.
• Devise the growth strategy of the development team as the Industry Hub grows.

Required Qualifications

Educational Background

Master’s degree in a relevant field

Experience

• 15 years of experience in climate institutional development, philanthropy, or fundraising.
• 7-8 years in a management position, preferably within an international organization/philanthropic organization.
• Direct experience and exposure in fundraising for international NGOs, while not required, is a plus.

Skills & Competencies

• Successful track record of building relationships with high-net-worth individual philanthropists and senior foundation leaders to secure large funding contributions.
• Expertise curating stewardship plans and tailored experiences for donors or high-net-worth individuals.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence to facilitate long-term, trusting relationships with internal and external constituents.
• Excellent written and oral communications skills, including ability to translate technical strategy documents into compelling donor-facing materials and tell persuasive stories. via funder pitches, reports, and other modes of communication on an ongoing basis.
• Results-oriented project management skills to set and achieve ambitious fundraising targets.

Personal Attributes

• A facilitator and bridge builder with experience in working with a diverse group of people such as thought leaders, activists, governments, impact investors, donors, and innovators, and the ability to thrive in networking with them.
• Versatility and ability to work well with visionaries who are relentless in pursuing a broader vision and purpose.
• Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs and concerns of individuals from diverse cultures, backgrounds, and identities.
• Ability and willingness to spend a large percentage of time traveling domestically and internationally and to work outside of typical work hours when required to accommodate various time zones.

Terms of Appointment

The remuneration package is competitive and commensurate with experience. The contract will be a fixed-term appointment, subject to local hiring conditions, and will be renewable.

Role Location

This position is global/remote. However, work will take place primarily in Asian time zones. Core working hours can be established.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please ensure you complete the Application Form provided below by 21 March 2025 (23:59 hrs, GMT+5). It is essential that you submit your CV in English, specifically in Microsoft Word format (.doc/.docx), not exceeding 10MB.

Applications in other languages or formats will not be considered.

Rest assured, all information will be handled with the utmost confidentiality.

SRI Executive is exclusively retained by Global Industry Hub to undertake this assignment.