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Position Overview
The Partnership Development Officer (based in Europe) willberesponsible fordeveloping and managinga portfolio of current and potential partners in themultilateral and bilateral sector active in the global energy transition,as well askey programmatic initiatives within RMI and their fundraising strategies. This includes working with RMIGlobal andProgram leadership and RMI fundraising teams to buildan overall public sector partnership strategy for RMIwithinternationalandEuropeanpublic sectordonors,leveragingkey relationships and contacts within and outside of the organization’s network.
This individual will be a key contributor to RMI’s Development team and will be essential to the achievement of the organization’s fundraising goals. Please note that this will begin as a one-year termed position.
Application Instructions:Please ensure you have read the entire job description before applying. This role requires submission of a resume and cover letter, addressing the following:
1. Why do you want to work at RMI?
2. In what ways are you qualified to contribute to RMI's mission?
Candidates who do not provide compelling answers to the questions may not be considered. Additionally, incomplete application materials (i.e. a missing cover letter) may not be considered.
Responsibilities
Developing apublic sector fundingand influencestrategyfor Europe,in alignment with RMI’s program teams,by engagingpublic sector actorsto support the mission of the RMI, both in Europeand with keymultilateralfunders such as the GEF and GCF.
Identifyand develop cultivation strategies for qualifiedpublic sectorfundersto support RMI, includingpolicy-level interventionsand influence.
Meet annual fundraising/revenue and influence targets of RMI's public sectorvertical.
Partner with internal RMI legal and operational teams to navigate the legal,philanthropicandevolvinggeopoliticallandscape within the EUand itsimplicationsgloballyand ensure partnershipalignmentto governmentpolicy ®ulations.
Represent RMI with an executive presence, and support organizational leaders in executing cultivation and solicitation, and stewardship strategies.
Lead, in partnership with RMI US, the organizing offunderconveningsand associated follow up to build networks and cultivatefunderrelationships.
Work withRMIprogram teamsto create compelling funder-facing proposals and presentations.
Developa high levelof familiarity with the Salesforce database to document moves managementprocessand provideaccuraterelationship status and financial projections for portfolio.
Work collaboratively with RMI program teams to gain a comprehensive understanding of global RMI work and build strong working relationships with program leaders.
Support the implementation of the Development Team’s short- and long-termobjectives; engage with the development team by attending staff meetings, serving on special task forces,participatingin Development-Program meetings, and understanding and contributing to RMI Development strategy and overall mission.
Perform other duties asrequiredor assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum Education and Experience
Bachelor’s Degree
A minimum of seven years’ work experiencebuilding international partnerships and achieving revenueobjectiveswith majorpublicsectorfunders such as theIKI, theEU,the GEF, and/orinternationalbilateraldonors.
5+ years working on topics of energy transition such as industrial decarbonization, energy efficiency, grid modernization, and others.
Demonstrated experience developing,implementingand/orparticipatingin a successful strategy anda track recordfor securing new agreements at the six-figure, seven-figure, and eight-figure level(may include EU-based core support).
Experience working successfully with top-level Executives in a fast-paced environment.
Experience working with global organizations in philanthropyand the public-private philanthropy nexus.
Excellentinitiative,follow-through,and project management skills.
Ability to travel up to 30% of the time.
General
Knowledge of RMI’s mission and objectives as well as the principles and practices of global non-profit organizations.
Knowledge ofthefunding and decision-making dynamics of major international public agenciesin Europe, including theirBoards.
Experience translating the technicalobjectivesof major international energy policy and programming into programmatic funding packages.
Strong communicationskills, both verbal and written.
Ability toestablishand maintain effective working relationships with RMI staff, Board members, communitygroupsand other associated agencies.
Able to navigate and understand a complicated funding environment with the flexibility to change course quickly with a positive attitude
Location
We are a remote-ready company with team members around the globe. Our beautiful and welcoming offices are available for meetings or focused work, whether you are traveling through or living nearby.
Please note that this position requires you to be located within the United Kingdom. RMI partners with an Employer of Record (EOR) to hire talent in key countries outside of the U.S., China, and India. The EOR provides in-country employment infrastructure for our international RMI employees.
We provide you with the essential IT equipment plus a one-time home technology payment and a monthly work from home/commuter allowance to ensure you have a comfortable home office set up and necessary supplies.
We love seeing each other in person! We occasionally gather for shared time together like retreats and learning experiences. Be ready to travel for occasional in-person meetings (and of course, we cover travel costs). Some roles may require more travel, which will be discussed during the hiring process.
Compensation
At RMI, we prioritize fairness in our pay practices. Salaries are determined based on a mix of experience, market benchmarks, and internal equity across similar roles. New hires typically start toward the lower end of the range, depending on experience and alignment with the role’s scope. In addition to base salary, this position includes an annual bonus target of 10% and eligibility for merit-based increases, which are tied to both individual and organizational performance.
Benefits
We offer an array of benefits including:
Monthly healthcare allowance (paid in local currency) in addition to statutory requirements
Pension plan
Fertility and hormonal health support
Mental health and wellness support
Comprehensive leaves of absence (including generous parental leave)
Generous paid time off and sick leave
Paid sabbatical leave
Generous regional holidays with at least one extended break in each geography
Work from home and home technology allowances
Learning & development opportunities (LinkedIn Learning and an annual individual professional development budget)
Potential for bonuses and merit increases
Remote and hybrid work options
Team retreats and geographic meetups
Rewards and recognition programs
Diversity
We know that the diversity of our teams makes us stronger as an organization, and RMI is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity as outlined in U.S. federal law. We prohibit discrimination against applicants, interns, and employees on the basis of any legally recognized basis, including but not limited to: age (40 and over), race, color, sex, pregnancy (including lactation, childbirth, or related medical conditions), religion, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), sexual orientation, gender expression/identity, uniformed service member status, veteran status, citizenship status, or any other applicable status protected by applicable law.
RMI is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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