Global Development Director

Spark MicroGrants is seeking a Global Development Director to lead fundraising efforts and develop strategic partnerships to reach 100 million people over the next decade. The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience in closing significant philanthropic gifts or partnerships, with honesty, integrity, and community orientation. The role requires strategic thinking, high emotional intelligence, and strong relationship instincts.

Requirements

• 10+ years of professional experience combined with a proven track record of closing significant philanthropic gifts or partnerships
• Honesty, integrity, and community orientation to your work
• Demonstrated ability to build, manage, and advance a fundraising pipeline from prospecting through close
• Strategic thinking paired with a strong bias toward action and results
• High emotional intelligence and strong relationship instincts
• Comfort operating independently in a senior, externally facing role