Manager - Emergency Response and Donor Relations

We are looking for a Emergency Response and Donor Relations Mana
Manager - Emergency Response and Donor Relations
We are looking for a Emergency Response and Donor Relations Manager for 6 months.
Reporting to senior leadership, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in coordinating emergency response financing activities, engaging with donors and partners, and supporting strategic decision-making in fast-evolving crisis contexts.
Manager - Emergency Response and Donor Relations
Our client is a leading international organisation operating at the intersection of global health, development finance, and emergency response. With a strong focus on mobilising resources and coordinating multi-stakeholder efforts, the organisation plays a critical role in responding to global health crises and strengthening preparedness frameworks.
Missions
1. Project Management \& Coordination
Act as the central coordination point across multiple internal functions ( , resource mobilisation, health programmes, communications, strategy, and legal teams).
Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and governance processes to ensure alignment and timely delivery of key initiatives.
Track deliverables, monitor implementation progress, and ensure effective follow-up on decisions and actions.
Support the preparation of high-level governance materials for senior leadership and committees.
2. Donor Engagement \& External Relations
Lead the development of strategic donor engagement plans, including briefing materials, messaging, and responses to funding partners.
Serve as a focal point for consolidating information and managing donor queries during crisis situations.
Proactively engage with key donors and investors to strengthen positioning and support fundraising objectives.
Coordinate cross-functional inputs to streamline stakeholder engagement and reduce operational burden on technical teams.
Support the preparation of materials for high-level events, forums, and investor engagements.
3. Strategic Analysis \& Scenario Planning
Conduct scenario planning for potential crisis evolution and assess implications for funding needs and resource allocation.
Analyse quantitative and qualitative data to identify risks, opportunities, and strategic options.
Provide actionable insights and recommendations to senior leadership to inform decision-making.
4. Reporting, Compliance \& Governance
Oversee donor reporting processes during and after emergency responses.
Ensure compliance with donor agreements and funding conditions in collaboration with legal and finance teams.
Prepare comprehensive reports for governance bodies, including lessons learned from crisis response activities.
Contribute to the preparation of periodic reviews of financing mechanisms and frameworks.
5. Partnerships \& Financing Innovation
Collaborate with international financial institutions and development partners on emerging financing mechanisms.
Monitor external developments in crisis financing frameworks and assess opportunities for alignment.
Contribute to broader organisational strategies related to preparedness and response financing.
Profil du candidat
Education
Master's degree (or equivalent) in Public Health, International Development, Economics, Finance, Public Policy, International Relations, Business Administration, or a related field.
Experience
Minimum of 5 years' experience in international development, global health, development finance, resource mobilisation, consulting, or emergency response.
Experience within an international organisation, multilateral institution, development finance institution, or donor agency is highly desirable.
Exposure to global health financing and donor ecosystems is a strong advantage.
Skills \& Competencies
Proven ability to manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects in fast-paced environments.
Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities, including scenario planning and risk assessment.
Excellent communication and drafting skills, with experience preparing materials for senior stakeholders.
Strong stakeholder management and influencing abilities.
Solid understanding of development finance, donor relations, and resource mobilisation.
High level of adaptability, resilience, and ability to manage competing priorities.
Strong judgement, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
Fluency in English required; additional languages ( , French) are a plus.
Conditions et Avantages
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