QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in business development, fundraising, or corporate partnerships (experience in the maritime sector or non-profit sector is advantageous).
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding fundraising/revenue targets.

SKILLS & COMPETENCIES

• Strong relationship-building and networking abilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to identify and pursue growth opportunities.
• Project management skills with attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and commitment to the mission of MtSS.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Willingness to occasionally work evenings and weekends for events.
• Knowledge of the maritime industry and seafarers’ welfare will be an added advantage.

• Develop, implement and execute business development and fundraising strategies aligned with MtSS’s mission and long-term goals.
• Identify, secure, and manage corporate sponsorships, donations, and grant opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with maritime industry stakeholders, donors, and partners.
• Coordinate fundraising campaigns, events, and sponsorship activities.
• Prepare proposals, presentations, and reports for prospective and existing sponsors.
• Collaborate with the communications team to develop promotional materials, newsletters, and donor engagement tools.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of fundraising initiatives and recommend improvements.
• Represent MtSS at industry and networking events to promote the organisation’s mission and initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with relevant fundraising policies, ethical standards, and reporting requirements.