Institutional Partnerships Manager
Classification: Full-time
Reports to: Director of Development
Location: Flexible in Latin America, preferably in Panajachel, Guatemala
Reporting to and in partnership with the Director of Development, the Institutional Partnerships Manager spearheads grant writing and development efforts as Mercado Global continues to expand our number of corporate and foundation partners. The Institutional Partnerships Manager is responsible for building our corporate and foundation partnerships, managing donor relationships and meeting the organization’s annual fundraising goals. This position works from our offices in Panajachel, Guatemala.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify, research, and solicit foundations and corporations whose philanthropic interests are aligned with Mercado Global’s mission
- In partnership with Development Director, develop and implement short- and long-term strategy for growing Mercado Global’s institutional fundraising program
- Develop and submit project budgets, executive summaries, and other supplemental tools and materials
- Monitor deadlines for, write, and submit progress and final funding reports
- Update institutional funding calendar, maintain records of submissions and correspondence, and maintain database of institutional funders
- Assist with other Development initiatives as needed, including writing copy for website, annual reports, and other communication materials
Key Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree and a minimum of two years of grant writing experience
- Demonstrated success in meeting fundraising goals
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work in a team setting and communicate effectively
- Excellent planning and organizational skills with a demonstrated ability to move multiple projects forward simultaneously
- Proficiency in written and spoken Spanish a plus
- Enthusiasm for Mercado Global’s mission
- Flexibility, drive and a sense of humor
How to Apply
Please send cover letter and resume to Brice Lovell at jobs@mercadoglobal.org [1]. Please indicate “Institutional Partnerships Manager” in the subject line of your email.