Donor Relations Officer, Europe

International Planned Parenthood Federation (IPPF) is a global sexual and reproductive health service provider and one of the leading advocates for universal access to sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) for all. We are a worldwide movement of 149 national organisations working with and for communities and individuals, and together, have delivered more than 1 billion cumulative services over the last 6 years.

We are now looking for people to join us and make our Come Together-Strategy 2028 a reality.Revolutionising IPPF, placing it in a stronger position to support SRHR for those who are left out, locked out, or left behind. Come Together commits IPPF to shaping laws, policies, and norms through feminist action and international solidarity; and to strengthen the federation, adding new drive for real and lasting impact.

Action is urgent. We have delivered. We have stood for justice and equality. We commit to more daring and feminist action that secures choices about our bodies, sexual lives, and well-being. Everyone should enjoy a pleasure-filled and healthy sex life and a life free from violence, shame, or criminalisation. We know love is love. And we come together in support of women, youth, and people who are marginalised and excluded. Through the care we deliver, our actions, and the solidarity we foster.

The primary objective of this role is to position IPPF and its Member Associations as strategic partners for European institutional donors, ensuring long-term financial sustainability for SRHR programming. The role-holder will lead in 1-2 donor engagement efforts, will support other donor leads, and develop high-quality proposals that align with IPPF's priorities and donor requirements.

Beyond financial mobilization, the role will enhance IPPF's visibility among government officials, civil servants, and parliamentarians and will support the development of strategic input on SRHR policy and funding trends. Additionally, they will ensure effective oversight of donor-funded programming and contracts, maintaining compliance, mitigating risks. Through these efforts, the role directly contributes to expanding IPPF's global impact, particularly in low- and middle-income countries where SRHR funding is most needed.

• Strengthen Donor Engagement by developing and maintaining relationships with 2-3 key European donor governments, ensuring alignment with IPPF's priorities to sustain and expand funding opportunities.
• Support DRF team efforts with donor engagement strategies in Europe.
• Develop a Robust and Diversified Funding Pipeline that supports IPPF's Strategy 2028, identifying new institutional funding opportunities to ensure long-term financial sustainability.
• Enhance IPPF's Visibility and Credibility by positioning the organization as a strategic SRHR partner, engaging with government officials, civil servants, and parliamentarians to influence funding and policy priorities.
• Support Proposal Development and Grant Acquisition, ensuring the submission of high-quality, competitive proposals that align with donor priorities and IPPF's strategic objectives to maximize funding success.
• Oversee Contract and Risk Management by ensuring compliance with donor agreements, mitigating financial and operational risks, and supporting effective programme implementation.
• Build Capacity Across IPPF and Member Associations, providing training and support on donor engagement, proposal development, and financial governance, enhancing their ability to secure and manage institutional funding.

Expertise:

• Proven experience in securing funding from European institutional donors, with a deep understanding of funding mechanisms and donor priorities.
• Extensive background in the SRHR sector at a global level, with experience in programme funding, advocacy, and policy engagement.
• Strong knowledge of European donor government structures, including political landscapes, funding processes, and contractual obligations related to fraud prevention and safeguarding.
• Track record in leading strategic relationships with external stakeholders, forging new partnerships, and strengthening donor engagement.
• Ability to formulate IPPF's position on development cooperation strategies, particularly in SRHR and gender equality, ensuring alignment with global funding trends.

Key Skills:

• Excellent interpersonal and representation skills, with the ability to engage high-level stakeholders and donors in external forums.
• Strong written communication skills, including the ability to develop and review competitive proposals, donor reports, and strategic documents.
• Demonstrated people management skills, with the ability to lead, mentor, and support teams in donor engagement and fundraising efforts.
• Cross-cultural sensitivity and communication skills, ensuring effective collaboration across diverse teams and global stakeholders.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet tight deadlines.
• Commitment to safeguarding in both local and international contexts, ensuring compliance with donor and organizational standards.
• Agreement to sign and adhere to IPPF's Code of Conduct and Safeguarding (Children and Vulnerable Adults) Policy, demonstrating ethical leadership and responsibility.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to safeguarding in a local and international context.
• Demonstrates ability and willingness to work in a diverse, multicultural, multilingual, and intergenerational environment that is anti-racist and respectful of others.
• An intersectional (pro) feminist passionate about sexual reproductive health care rights + justice, including safe abortion.
• Supportive of people's rights regardless of sexuality or gender identity/expression and supportive of workers' rights and access to health care in sex work.

• London-based office (Other locations in Europe)
• Send completed application form and CV to with the subject line "Donor Relations Officer Europe"

IPPF is an equal opportunity employer. As a leading global human rights organisation focused on equality, empowerment, ending discrimination, and poverty eradication, we internally reflect social justice principles. We, as IPPF, strongly oppose racism in all its forms and resolutely go for a cultural change that will shift the existing imbalances in power and process.

We are a multi-cultural, multi-lingual, intergenerational, and diverse work environment.Applications are particularly encouraged from women,people living with HIV, people living with disability, and people with diverse SOGIESC.

IPPF is committed to the safety and protection of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and our safer recruitment and selection procedures reflect this commitment.We expect all employees, volunteers, contractors, and partners to share this commitment, and anyone employed by IPPF agrees to sign up to our Code of Conduct and Safeguarding (Children and Vulnerable Adults) Policy.

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