Communicatie en fundraising manager

Partnerships and Fundraising Manager
Brussels, Belgium (*), or remote work with periodic visits to headquarters in Brussels
Part-time (+/-10 days per month)
Contract type:
#Employee contract in Belgium, one-year with possibility of extension to unlimited contract; Self-employed consultant contract, one-year with possibility of extension.

Employee contract: range of 2000-2200 EUR depending on candidate’s profile and experience; AGE is seeking a proactive and self-driven Partnerships and Fundraising Manager to identify and build the right partnerships to raise money which will help AGE to advance its mission.
You will expand our reach, enhance fundraising efforts and, eventually, create lasting impact for age equality in old age.
We are looking for a person with proven experience and tenacity, recognising that securing funds for the cause of age equality and the human rights of older people requires sustained effort and a creative approach.
This effort is part of an initiative to reinforce external fundraising, supplementing contributions from AGE members and institutional grants.
With firsthand experience in managing an innovative fundraising environment, your passion and drive to make a difference and achieve results are crucial. These qualities will help progress towards the AGE's vision of a Society for All Ages.
As Partnerships and Fundraising Manager, you will be expected to uphold the organisation’s vision and core values, as set out in its 2026–2030 strategy. Implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy, actively seek out new funding opportunities, and cultivate relationships with private donors;

• Support the development and oversee the delivery of diverse partnerships and fundraising portfolio tailored to the needs of our network of organizations serving older people;
• Involve co-creating, building upon the current fundraising strategy, planning, executing, and monitoring partnerships and fundraising activities;
• Collaborate directly with the Secretary General and the Finance Manager and, as the partnerships/fundraising portfolio is extensive and varied, you will also work with the Policy and Communications teams.

At least five years of professional experience in fundraising development and tools such as pitches, proposals, due diligence, pipeline mapping etc., preferably within the non-profit sector;

• Minimum knowledge of EU social policies including human rights aspects;
• Have a pragmatic, creative and innovative approach to problem solving and decision making;
• Proficiency in English (writing and speaking) and excellent communication skills to communicate and build relationships with an array of people;
• Enjoy collaborating with other team members.

Previous experience in NGO sector and in the fields of social/ageing/human rights policies;
~Some knowledge of French.

The deadline for application: Sunday 16 August, 23:59 CEST (Brussels time)
Interviews (two rounds): Will take place online: first, in late September and, second, in October