The Singapore Council of Women's Organisations (SCWO) was established in 1980 as the national coordinating body of women's organisations in Singapore. SCWO has more than 60-member organisations, which represent over 600,000 women, and it serves to unite them to work toward ideals of Equal Space, Equal Voice and Equal Worth for women in Singapore.
We are looking for a Manager, Fundraising & Partnerships.
The Manager, Fundraising & Partnerships supports SCWO's resource mobilisation and partnership initiatives through hands-on management of fundraising campaigns, charity events, grant applications, and donor engagement. The role ensures the smooth execution of projects that generate revenue, strengthen partnerships, and enhance SCWO's visibility and mission impact.
The Manager works closely with the Head, Fundraising & Partnerships to implement fundraising strategies, maintain donor and partner relationships, and contribute to the organisation's overall growth and sustainability.
Key Responsibilities
Fundraising & Grant Management
- Support the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of corporate sponsors, donors, and funding bodies.
- Prepare sponsorship proposals, grant applications, and fundraising materials.
- Track fundraising pipeline and assist in monitoring progress toward revenue targets.
- Maintain accurate records of donor and sponsor engagements, contributions, and agreements.
Fundraising Events & Campaigns
- Plan, coordinate, and execute charity fundraising events, including logistics, vendor management, marketing, and donor relations.
- Collaborate with internal teams (Marketing, Membership, Direct Services, Programmes) to maximise the impact and visibility of events and campaigns.
- Collect and analyse event outcomes to inform future initiatives and reporting to management.
Partnerships & Donor Engagement
- Support partnership development initiatives by liaising with corporate partners, foundations, and community organisations.
- Assist in donor stewardship activities, including impact reporting, recognition, and regular communications.
- Respond to donor queries and provide excellent service to maintain strong, ongoing relationships.
Qualifications & Experience
- A recognised degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Social Sciences, or a related field.
- At least 4-6 years of relevant experience in fundraising, corporate engagement, partnerships, or event management, preferably in the non-profit or social impact sector.
- Experience in planning and executing fundraising events or campaigns is required.
- Experience in grant writing, sponsorship proposals, or donor engagement is highly desirable.
- Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and relationship management skills
- Open for Singaporean or PR only.
Key Attributes
- Project management and multitasking
- Results-oriented and proactive problem-solving
- Collaborative team player
- Strong alignment with SCWO's mission, values, and commitment to gender equality
This is a 3-year contract (renewable) position.
