Fundraising Coordinator Jobs

About YEL (Yayasan Ekosistem Lestari -- Foundation for a sustainable ecosystem)

Founded in early 2000, Yayasan Ekosistem Lestari (YEL) is a non-profit organization focused on conservation, environmental education, and community development, especially those living adjacent to conservation areas. In response to the emergence of various environmental issues across Sumatra, YEL seeks to protect what is left of the unique Leuser Ecosystem, a UNESCO World Heritage and home to some of the most abundant and diverse plant and animal life known to science. In particular, Yayasan Ekosistem Lestari is a founding partner of the Sumatran Orangutan Conservation Programme, which aims at increasing the survivability of the Critically Endangered species of the Sumatran orangutan.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Fundraising Coordinator to lead our fundraising efforts and secure sustainable funding for our nature conservation organization. As our Fundraising Manager, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive fundraising strategy to support our organization's mission and goals.

Responsibilities

• Manage donor communications and ensure timely and accurate reporting.
• Plan and coordinate fundraising events and campaigns.
• Manage the development of grant proposals, including research, writing, and submission.
• Work with the Communications team to develop fundraising materials, ensuring consistent and compelling messaging across all channels.
• Establish and maintain a comprehensive individual donor database.
• Build and maintain relationships with donors, partners, and stakeholders.
• Research and identify new funding opportunities.
• Develop and implement a fundraising strategy that supports the organisation’s conservation programs.
• Collaborate with the Finance team to ensure accurate and timely financial reporting and budgeting.
• Monitor and report on fundraising progress to senior management and the Board.

Qualifications

• At least a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• A team player with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Passion for nature conservation and a strong commitment to the organization's mission.
• At least 2 years of experience in fundraising and/or nature conservation, ideally in a non-profit organization.
• An excellent command of English in writing and speaking.
• Having experience in grant writing and proposal development is desirable, but not mandatory.

Benefits

• Chance to make an impact in a rapidly growing organisation, recognized for its established track record on nature conservation.
• Based in Medan, with the possibility of partially working remotely.
• Being an integral part of the dynamic, friendly, committed, and multicultural-multinational team.
• Competitive salary.
• Good healthcare and work packages.
• Knowledge exchange and collaborations with partner organisations and international travel opportunities.
• Personal growth opportunity through professional development and capacity building.