Regional Head of Market Development - Americas

Job posted by: Save the Children - International - Thu, 11 Jun 2015

Job Details:

Organisation: Save the Children - International

Deadline Tue, 30 Jun 2015

Job type: Contract

Location: Colombia

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The opportunity

We’re growing and with income already at around $2.0bn per year, we want to grow even further! We’re committed to improve the lives of children around the world and to achieve that, we know we need the right people in place.

We’re currently looking for a Regional Head of Market Development – Americas (12 months Maternity cover), to start in October 2015. Ideally this role will be based in Bogota or Panama, other Latin American countries where Save the Children has operations may also be considered.

This role sits within our Member Growth team, which is responsible for providing support to our 30 fundraising organisations (we call them members) to enable the delivery of our Member Growth strategy. In this role you will be responsible for the Americas region; developing the marketing portfolio for fundraising, managing new market entry and capacity building; and supporting existing members with high growth potential where that support is requested.

To be successful in this role you will bring significant marketing/fundraising experience with a track record of delivering high income growth in at least two markets, preferably in Latin America. . You’ll also bring experience of starting up a fundraising / marketing operation and have demonstrable expertise and up to date knowledge in fundraising techniques, channels and products. Good planning and analytical skills are also required along with experience of having managed teams.

On a personal level you’ll be ambitious and entrepreneurial, have a highly developed cultural awareness and a proven ability to motivate others and build effective relationships across multiple stakeholder groups at all levels.

This role attracts a competitive package.

The organisation

Save the Children is the world's leading independent organisation for children. We save children's lives; we fight for their rights; we help them fulfil their potential. We work in over 120 countries, with local communities, national governments, international institutions and the public sector to achieve immediate and lasting change.

Application information

If you’re interested in registering your interest, please apply using a cover letter and up-to-date CV as a single document. Please also include details of your current remuneration and salary expectations. A copy of the full role profile can be found at www.savethechildren.net/jobs

We need to keep children safe so our selection process reflects our commitment to the protection of children from abuse.


Application Email: Please apply with a covering letter and up-to-date CV to: jfawcett.22515.4810@savethechildrenint.aplitrak.com


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