Overview of IHA

InterEuropean Human Aid Association (IHA) is a grassroots organisation providing humanitarian aid and assistance to refugees, asylum seekers and people in need. We support thousands of individuals in Northern Greece with essential relief supplies, as well as providing a space for learning, integration and building community. IHA has operated in Northern Greece since 2016 and is currently running a warehouse in Diavata and a community centre in Lagadikia. We strongly focus on providing support around the principle of dignity first. We work collaboratively and are open to building new connections, while making sure to maintain sustainable operations for our team and our target group, and remaining flexible and independent.

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Background

IHA has operated in Northern Greece for over six years, building a strong network with humanitarian grassroots organisations, as well as with local actors and initiatives supporting people on the move in Europe. Today, IHA operates in Northern Greece, primarily in supply management, logistics, informal education, community building, and inclusion support. We work closely with local actors to assist people on the move to access services, develop networks, skills and tools, and move towards self-reliance and independence in their new place of residence, guided by the principle of dignity first.  

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Overview of the Position

IHA is looking to recruit a part-time Fundraiser to start as soon as possible. Hiring a Fundraiser is an exciting step for us as an organisation. For the right candidate this should also be an exciting opportunity to be part of the sustainable growth of an impactful grassroots humanitarian organisation. The Fundraiser will be a key member of the back office team, developing the organisational fundraising strategy, acting as a focal point for any fundraising related matters, and taking a leading role in campaigns and grant applications. The position is fully remote with occasional trips to the projects in Greece.

The Fundraiser will be a key contributor to the running of IHA’s operations, ensuring the financial sustainability of the projects. The Fundraiser will work independently as part of the back office team and report to the Board (remote-based, voluntary). The ideal candidate is intrinsically motivated, adaptable, passionate about the cause, and able to work on their own initiative and with limited supervision.

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Key Responsibilities

• Planning, developing and implementing the organisational fundraising strategy
• Managing and overseeing all fundraising activities within the organisation

• Researching grant opportunities, lead role in grant writing and applications

• Identifying and approaching new donors and suitable companies as potential donors

• Exploring innovation and alternative fundraising streams
• ⁠Mobilising and managing occasional fundraising interns, volunteers and ambassadors
• Lead role in donor reporting in collaboration with Greece team
• Supporting online fundraising and campaigns in close collaboration with the communications team

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Applicant Profile

Essential:

• At least 1 years of experience in fundraising within a humanitarian aid project
• Able to identify funding opportunities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with an excellent command of German and English
• Demonstrated experience in grant writing, crowdfunding and relationship management
• Strong independent work ethic and hands-on mentality
• Ability to set fundraising priorities and think strategically across the short, medium and long term
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical and decision-making skills
• Highly motivated and passionate about IHA’s work
• Interest and understanding of grassroots/humanitarian organisational context
• Strong understanding of power-sensitive communication
• Comfortable with unpredictability and change
• To maintain organisational stability we are looking for a commitment of at least 6 months. Preference will be given to candidates who are able to commit for longer
• Must be eligible to legally travel in the EU (we are not able to sponsor visas)

Desired:

• Experience working with different CMS tools including Fundraisingbox

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Our offer and conditions

• Remote working
• An opportunity to work for an important and meaningful cause as part of a dedicated team
• 20 hours per week, Monday-Friday
• Flexible working hours
• Starting net salary (full-time equivalent): €24,000 - €36,000, dependent on experience
• Contract type dependent on country of residence
• 30 days holiday per annum plus bank/public holidays

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Application

IHA is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences, and are committed to create an inclusive environment for all team members.

We will review applications on a rolling basis and hire as soon as the right match is found.

Apply by filling in an application form on our website and sending a CV (max 2 pages, PDF) to vacancies@iha.help

As part of our safe recruitment policy, all successful candidates will be asked for contact details of at least two professional references and will need to submit a police record check prior to commencing their role at IHA. If you have any questions, please contact vacancies@iha.help

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