Reports to: Global Director, Business Development and Resource Mobilisation
Second reporting officers: Regional Director, European Support Centre and Director of
Philanthropy, World Scout Foundation
Duration: Two-year contract (with potential to extend based on performance and funding)
Location: Brussels Support Centre

• seniority of the role will be determined based on experience of the selected candidate

Summary
The Manager, Fundraising and Public Affairs, will lead on all engagements with European
Institutions and the development of funding opportunities relating to activities and priorities
outside of the EU.

The primary responsibilities for the role will be to:
1) build effective policy goals for WOSM’s engagement that are aligned with the global
Strategy for Scouting, agreed business priorities and relevant European policies towards
extra European countries;
2) define and develop a strategy to implement them; and
3) secure increased income for WOSM to support actions in line with EU priorities in the
world.

The role will lead on the development of European funding opportunities for all actions taken
outside of the EU, working in close collaboration with the European Support Centre and the Global
Business Development Unit.
To be successful, the role will have to build trust and engage with a variety of stakeholders at the
institutional level and develop strong relationships. Embedded within the World Scout Bureau’s
(WSB) Business Development Unit, the role will be required to work closely across all teams with a
specific focus on the European Region Support Centre, other Regional Support Centres and
Scouting Development.
This role is co-financed by the World Scout Foundation. The individual will therefore work in
close collaboration with staff across the World Scout Foundation to generate income and
opportunities for World Scouting.

The role is full-time for 24 months – with the potential to extend based on performance and
funding available – and will be based in Brussels, Belgium.
Key responsibilities

Building effective policy goals and relationships (Approx 20%)

• Monitor EU legislation, political developments and regulatory matters, in collaboration with

relevant colleagues, that are relevant to WOSM outside of the EU.

• Advise WOSM with respect to policy challenges, opportunities, key developments and their

implications for the Movement.

• Identify relevant stakeholders and build strong relationships in EU based institutions,

including the European Commission, Parliament and Council as well as similar actors, Think
Tanks, relevant Foundations and Associations.

• In close collaboration with relevant staff and Youth Representatives, engage proactively to

advance WOSM’s advocacy initiatives, including working to develop clear objectives that
are linked to organisational priorities.

• Draft external facing documents such as letters, position and policy papers and responses

to consultations.

• Represent WOSM at events, associations, and with key partners.

to the European institutions.


Lead on fundraising with EU-based institutions and foundations (Approx 45%)

• Identify and map funding opportunities linked to actions outside of the EU from institutions

and foundations within the EU.

• In close collaboration with relevant staff, lead the development, drafting and successful

submission of proposals and responses to funding calls.

• In collaboration with programme staff and volunteers, support the development of new

proposition and projects that are relevant and interesting to external donors and funders.

Strategy and capacity development (Approx 15%)

• Develop and define clear fundraising strategies to successfully implement new policy goals

and convert funding priorities.

• Support the overall implementation of WOSM’s Business Development and Resource

Mobilisation Strategy.

• Develop new resources, in collaboration with the Regions, to support National Scout

Organisations (NSOs) in building their fundraising capacity.

Reporting and communications (Approx 10%)

• Coordinate, in collaboration with relevant colleagues and the World Scout Foundation,

efficient and timely reporting on progress against targets using the WSB business
development oversight and tracking tools (Smartsheets, Fluxx [Grant Management Portal]
and more).

• Monitor progress and report on key funded projects.
• Liaise with the Communications Team and World Scout Foundation colleagues to generate

ideas for content and align on the communications and fundraising plan, including
supporting to develop engaging and shareable content based on funded projects.

• Support with reporting to WSB Senior Management Team and the World Scout Committee.
• Coordinate reporting to the European Commission
  

Contribute actively to the overall goals of the WSB Business Development Unit and
World Scout Foundation (Approx 10%)

• Contribute to the overall work of the World Scout Bureau by playing a full and active role

as a member of the WSB Business Development Unit.

• Support the World Scout Foundation on collaborative projects in support of its fundraising

goals and contribute to ad-hoc projects as required.

• Undertake other tasks as agreed with the line manager from time to time.
  

Job Requirements
Qualifications and experience

• At least 5 years of experience working with policy issues in the relevant field (particular

preference for NGOs) in a EU political, governmental or regulatory context.

• Master’s degree in related fields or equivalent experience.
• Advanced knowledge of the political landscape and EU legislative process.
• Strong working knowledge of EU financing and structural funds.
• Track record in developing and securing funding from EU institutions and, ideally,

(Spanish and Arabic) would be considered an asset.
Desired knowledge and skills

• Ability to manage high volumes of projects within tight deadlines and high attention to

details.

• Ability to turn around files and projects with a high degree of organization, efficiency and

decision-making.

• An effective communicator with strong organisational skills;
• Good drafting and writing skills;
• Strong stakeholder management skills and experience in business development.
• Ability to work and co-operate within an international and multi-cultural framework.
• Comfortable in using standard business software (Outlook, Word, Power Point)
• Advanced knowledge of Excel required.
• Ability to leverage Slack for business.
• Experience in project or grant management software would be considered an asset.
• Proven capability to solve problems, cope with stress and handle conflicts.
  

Personal Qualities
Experience with working in decentralized, non-profit and/or international environments would be
considered an asset.

• Emotionally mature with strong interpersonal skills: ability to navigate a variety of cultures

and contexts, and to negotiate with people having strong opinions while maintaining
respectful relationships.

• Comfortable with working in a small functional team in a highly transparent fashion, open

to input and feedback.

• Service-oriented approach, focused on getting things done and prioritise the customer

experience in interacting with the World Scout Bureau.

• Dynamic, trustworthy, open-minded with good psychological and political understanding.
• Capable, as a paid staff member, of working with Scout volunteers at national, regional

Summary of employment terms and conditions
Terms and Conditions
The World Scout Bureau (WSB) offers a range of tangible and intangible working benefits. This is a
full-time position with a 24-month contract.

• Contractual arrangements to be articulated with the World Scout Bureau.
• 38 per week, including irregular hours to accommodate different time zones.
• The position will be based in Brussels and will require regular travel, with an option to

consider remote working based on the best candidate.

The offer of appointment will be subject to:

• Three satisfactory references.
• Verification of relevant qualifications.
• Satisfactory completion of the probation period (three months).

How to Apply
Applications will be considered on a rolling basis and until we are able to identify the right
candidate for the role. Please submit the following:
1. A curriculum vitae with full details of education and career history.
2. A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role, relating your skills, knowledge, and
experience to the requirements of the job description.
3. Contact information of at least three people who can provide employment references.


Applications and inquiries should be sent by e-mail to christina.alexiadis@lighthouseeurope.com
The World Scout Bureau is committed to making appointments on merit by a fair and open process, taking due
account of equality and diversity.