Communications & Fundraising Manager

Role & Responsibilities

We are looking for a creative yet analytical individual to join our team, who understands the techniques of online communications, networking and fundraising.

Job description

• Online networking and creating new partnerships to spread the word about our work
• Writing and distributing our monthly newsletter
• Managing website maintenance & updates (Wordpress, Elementor)
• Serve as a point of contact for media and public questions
• Support with drafting donor and annual progress reports
• Support with grant-writing and donor relation building
• Coordinating content development and graphics for communication purposes
• Coordinating  fundraising campaigns and materials and ensuring their timely delivery
• Revising and putting in place social media strategies
• Implementing and evaluating the effectiveness of communications campaigns and strategies

Essential Requirements 

• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Three years of professional experience working in a communications/media/fundraising  role
• Demonstrable experience of writing effective, thoughtful, high-quality content
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with attention to detail

Other requirements

• Ability to work well, both independently and within a team
• Able to act on own initiative and take responsible decisions
• Evidence of commitment to ongoing professional and personal development
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage priorities

Desired skills & experience

• Fluency in German
• Experience in working in non-profit/ non-governmental sector
• Strong knowledge and understanding of the political context in which we operate
• Ability to create visually compelling content

What we offer

• A truly rewarding role as a part of a highly committed team
• Flexible working hours with office based in Athens
• Hired on contract under Greek law
• 25 days paid holidays per year, plus compulsory public holidays
• 1 year contract with the possibility of renewal

The application process

• Application deadline: 31 March 2022
• Start date: as soon as possible
• To apply, send a copy of your CV and accompanying cover letter to [email protected]
• We are looking forward to an online video interview to get to know each other better