DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR - INTERNATIONAL

Sinergia Animal is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and strongly encourages people from minoritized groups to apply. We strive to make our organization a place where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. Together, we can work towards a more compassionate world for all beings.

 

Terms of Employment: Full Time (40 hours per week)

Reports to: International Executive Director

Position Location: International

Language requirement: English - Fluent

 

 

About Sinergia Animal

Rated as one of the world's most effective animal protection organizations by Animal Charity Evaluators, Sinergia Animal is an international campaigning organization working in countries of the Global South (specifically Latin America and Southeast Asia) to reduce animal suffering and promote more compassionate food choices. 

We use negotiations, investigations, peaceful direct actions, and innovative campaigning methods to expose the suffering of farmed animals and to help build a world in which no animals are exploited for food.

 

About the position 

Sinergia Animal is seeking an experienced and strategic Development Director to lead and expand the organization’s global fundraising efforts. This role will be responsible for developing and implementing a diversified fundraising strategy, with a strong focus on grant writing, foundation partnerships, proposal development, donor communications, and small-donor fundraising.

The ideal candidate is an exceptional communicator and strategist with a proven track record in securing major grants, developing persuasive funding proposals, building donor relationships, and translating organizational impact into compelling fundraising narratives.

This is a leadership role working closely with the International Executive Director and program teams to ensure sustainable funding growth aligned with Sinergia Animal’s mission.

 

Responsibilities

 

Strategic Fundraising Leadership

• Design and implement a comprehensive global fundraising strategy to support Sinergia Animal’s growth.

• Identify and pursue new funding opportunities, including foundations, institutional donors, and individual supporters.

• Develop multi-year funding strategies aligned with organizational priorities.

• Work with leadership to set annual fundraising targets and long-term revenue goals.

Grant Writing & Institutional Funding

• Lead the full grant lifecycle, including prospect research, proposal development, submission, reporting, and stewardship.

• Write compelling grant proposals, concept notes, letters of inquiry, and impact reports.

• Translate program outcomes and metrics into persuasive narratives for funders.

• Build relationships with philanthropic foundations and major donors.

Proposal Development & Budget Pitches

• Prepare high-quality funding proposals and budget presentations for donors.

• Collaborate with the Executive Director to create clear and accurate project budgets.

• Develop strategic funding packages tailored to different donor audiences.

Small-Donor Fundraising

• Supervise the design and scale strategies for small and mid-level donor fundraising, including recurring donor programs.

• Collaborate with communications teams on digital fundraising campaigns and donor engagement strategies.

• Optimize messaging, storytelling, and donor journeys to increase retention and lifetime donor value.

Donor Relations & Stewardship

• Build and maintain relationships with key philanthropic partners and major donors.

• Create donor communications, including updates, reports, and impact stories.

• Ensure excellent stewardship and transparency with supporters.

Systems & Team Collaboration

• Improve internal fundraising systems, pipelines, and tracking.

• Coordinate across teams to ensure accurate reporting and proposal development.

• Support the professional development of staff involved in fundraising activities.

• Provide strategic oversight of the Sinergia Academy Program, including monitoring program performance and organizing data for grant reporting.

 

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in nonprofit fundraising, preferably in international NGOs.

• Demonstrated success securing large grants and institutional funding.

• Extensive experience with grant writing, proposal development, and donor reporting.

• Experience building or managing small-donor fundraising programs.

• Strong financial literacy and ability to prepare budgets for funding proposals.

• Exceptional written communication skills in English.

• Strong strategic thinking and ability to translate program impact into funding narratives.

• Experience working in international or multicultural environments.

• Availability for frequent travel, especially to the USA and Europe.

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in animal protection, environmental, or social justice organizations.

• Familiarity with major philanthropic funders and grantmaking institutions.

• Experience with CRM systems and fundraising analytics.

• Experience fundraising across multiple regions or internationally.

 

Enthusiasm, creativity, and proactivity are very important to us. Even if you don’t meet all of these requirements, if you’re very excited about this role, then we want to hear from you.​

Sinergia Animal has an Internal Development Program that can support you in developing skills needed, including language.

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Benefits at Sinergia Animal

Joining Sinergia Animal means becoming part of a mission-driven NGO dedicated to creating meaningful impact. We value our team and offer a range of benefits to support your well-being, growth, and work-life balance:

🌍 Make an Impact: Work with a passionate team driving positive change for animals, people, and the planet.
🏖️ 26 Days of Paid Vacation: Enjoy more time to rest, recharge, and pursue personal interests.
🍽️ Food Allowance: Support for your daily meals to keep you energized.
🩺 Health Insurance: Comprehensive coverage to take care of you when you need it most.
📚 Professional Development Allowance: An annual budget for courses, training, and skill-building opportunities.
💙 Ollie Mental Health Support: Access to expert-led mental health resources to prioritize your well-being.

At Sinergia Animal, we believe in fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where you can thrive while making a difference.

 

Once your application has been reviewed, we will email you further details on its status. If you are moving forward in the process, here’s what to expect (*):

1. First Interview: Video call with our People Department

2. Work Simulation assignment: Completed remotely

3. Final Interview: Video call with the direct supervisor

(*) We will notify you in advance of any changes or additional steps.

 

Please note that the position will remain open until the process is fully concluded.