Director, Grants

About the Internet Society

The Internet Society is a global non-profit organization that works to protect the Internet as a place of opportunity. We connect and empower communities to ensure the Internet remains trustworthy—open, globally connected, secure, and a resource for good in the world. We believe the Internet is for everyone. But it’s more than just a privilege; it’s our responsibility to improve it.

We mobilize technologist, end users, potential users, policymakers, government agencies and institutional and corporate partners to defend and promote the collaborative inter-networking, technical standards, and protocols that grow and strengthen the Internet.

If you believe in the power and possibility of the Internet, be part of our mission.

The Internet Society (ISOC) is committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion, where all individuals are valued for their distinct contributions. Our people are the most valuable strengths we have. The collective sum of the individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, inventiveness, innovation, self-expression, unique capabilities and talent that our staff invests in their work represents a significant part of not only our culture, but our reputation and ISOC’s achievements.

About the position

The Director, Grants will effectively manage and build grant fundraising at the Internet Society. The Director will deliver public-support qualifying funds in support of ISOC projects, initiatives, and mission through effective fundraising strategies and engagement. Reporting to the Senior Director of Partnerships and Fundraising, the Director will work with them to develop and deliver a grant funding strategy.

Location

• Open- We’re currently an all-remote team and open to applicants from around the world

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support the Senior Director, Partnerships and Fundraising in developing fundraising strategies and engaging with other institutions to gain support for ISOC’s mission and priorities.
• Show proficiency in operating in a multicultural, global environment; work closely with internal and external stakeholders to support ISOC’s grant fundraising objectives.
• Collaborate with ISOC RVPs, Project Leaders, SMEs, and other staff around the globe to approach potential funders creatively and strategically.
• Show autonomy and leadership in developing strategies and managing logistics for grant fundraising activities with a strategic and tactical impact.
• Develop plans and schedules for fundraising activities, identify resources, manage execution and follow-up.
• Research potential funders that are compatible with ISOC’s mission, projects, and initiatives.
• Craft ISOC pitches, funding proposals, and reports.
• Build and maintain relationships with grant funders and other partners.
• Support the development of administrative tools and capacities at ISOC to incorporate increasing levels of grant funding and reporting over time.
• Manage ISOC’s internal processes for vetting and pursuing grant fundraising opportunities.
• Ensure proper administration, tracking, and reporting of all grant funding relationships.
• Other duties as assigned

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in International Relations or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience desired (additional qualification in Information Sciences or Technology would be an asset).
• A Master’s degree in related discipline is highly desirable.
• Minimum of eight (8) years relevant experience.
• Experience in working with international intergovernmental, non-profit, or corporate organizations.
• Capacity to work in a multicultural environment and to work effectively across different departments.
• Tangible experience of researching grant funders and submitting successful grant proposals and reports.
• Familiarity and comfort with Internet-based communication and work tools and working in active on-line communication environments.
• Ability to build consensus on-line.
• Ability to work both independently without close oversight while maintaining accountability and transparency via reporting.
• A team player who will productively engage with others at varying levels of seniority within and outside the organizations.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. (English is a must; any additional language linked to target markets for fundraising is a priority.)
• A professional and resourceful style; the ability to work independently and as a team player, to take initiative, and to manage multiple tasks and projects at a time.
• The willingness and ability to travel.
• Commitment to the Internet Society’s mission, values, and objectives.
• Experience working with a globally distributed workforce and ability to work across time zones.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability interact positively in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environment.

Compensation and benefit package for this position will be competitively commensurate with the successful applicant’s qualifications. Applications will be evaluated until the position has been filled. The list of applicants will not be posted publicly and will be reviewed in confidence by members of the evaluation committee.

The Internet Society is an equal opportunity employer, committed to hiring regardless of any protected characteristic, such as race, ethnicity, national origin, color, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status, or military/veteran status. Together, our employees are empowered to share their expertise and collaborate with others to achieve personal and professional goals.