Fundraising & Partnerships Executive

Requirements Fundraising Support: - To assist in planning, devising strategies, and leading inter-company efforts to meet fundraising targets. - Aid in converting generated leads into funders for Epic’s projects and operational needs. - To support in managing all activities relevant to converting leads into successful funders, including securing meetings, sending relevant fundraising material, pitching, negotiating, and signing on interested organizations. - To assist in recruiting, equipping, and managing public individuals to start and run fundraising campaigns. - To support in the recruitment, processing, and remuneration of relevant referral and affiliate programs to boost lead generation. - To assist in researching and identifying fundraising opportunities, notwithstanding grant writing and/or starting new revenue generating activities. Client Satisfaction and Retention: - Communicate with clients to understand their needs and represent them internally to relevant departments. - Ensure a satisfactory experience from first engagement to project conclusion. - Aid in keeping clients continuously engaged post-project, upselling new opportunities, and encouraging reengagement with Epic. Partners Relationship Management: - Assist in building and managing the community of partners aligned with EPIC’s mission. - To support in sourcing strategic sponsorships to fulfill needs/save cost/ elevate our profile for EPIC’s projects and causes either on an ad hoc basis or long term basis. - Assist in liaising with, building partnerships, and managing relationships with relevant government authorities. - Help in managing the database of partners and sponsors, ensuring information is updated and easily accessible. Business Development: - Aid in proposal and deck updates/creation for presentations with clients, funders, partners, or sponsors. - Participate in brainstorming sessions to develop new revenue streams and opportunities. - Support in developing relevant projections and analysis. Internal Operations and Coordination: - Assist in developing and leading internal fundraising & partnerships operational capacity. - Collaborate with different departments to ensure alignment and clarity. - Assist in obtaining and managing resources required to carry out department scope. - Assist with any other administrative and operational tasks assigned by the management. Skills, Knowledge and Abilities - Proficiency in digital and Google Workspace tools (Slides, Doc, Sheet, Meet), Slack, Zoom & Canva. - Strong verbal and written communication skills in English and Bahasa Melayu. - Creative ability to problem-solve. - Knowledge of the industry and its current events. - The ability to handle pressure and meet deadlines. - Skill in prioritising and triaging obligations. - Attention to detail. - Excellent time management and organisation. - Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. - Self-start and can-do attitude; ability to work independently as well as collaboratively. Experience - Ideally 2-3 years working experience in a relevant industry. - Candidates with experience in the social enterprise or impact sector will be prioritised.