Funding Manager - CADENA

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Location and Work Mode

Latam/ United States Remote

Who we are

CADENA is a global humanitarian aid organization focused on responding to crises emergencies and disasters. With three main pillarsresponse education and volunteer leadership developmentCADENA seeks to engage civil society to create impactful humanitarian leaders and build resilient communities worldwide. Founded within the Jewish community CADENA embraces the values of Tikkun Olam (repairing the world) while serving people of all backgrounds regardless of race religion or creed.

MissionTo alleviate human suffering through prevention immediate response and handinhand aid reducing the vulnerability of populations facing crises and disasters.

VisionTo build bridges between vulnerable communities and individuals committed to repairing the world fostering autonomy resilience and driving society toward a more inclusive responsible and compassionate model.

Our impact

Since its inception CADENA has reached over 1 million people across more than 20 countries organizing 1500 humanitarian missions and forging strategic alliances with key actors in the public private and community sectors. With offices in Mexico Colombia the United States and other countries our international network is committed to transforming lives through humanitarian action.

Purpose of the Position

The Funding Manager will drive CADENAs strategic funding initiatives with a focus on the U.S. and international markets. The role requires a dynamic relationshiporiented professional capable of engaging family foundations corporations individual donors and organizing highprofile fundraising events. This leader will play a pivotal role in building longterm financial sustainability for CADENA securing unrestricted funds for emergency responses education programs and operational stability

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising Strategy & Diversification
Develop and implement a comprehensive international fundraising strategy to diversify CADENAs income streams.
Prioritize the acquisition of unrestricted funds to ensure agility in emergency response and operational needs.
Identify and engage family foundations corporate donors and private philanthropists particularly in the United States.
Lead the planning and execution of highimpact fundraising events (galas auctions concerts) in key markets.
Lead the design and implementation of crowdfunding campaigns and other digital fundraising strategies to engage a broader global donor base.

Relationship Building and Strategic Alliances
Establish and maintain relationships with corporate partners family foundations and major donors to build CADENAs funding base.
Cultivate ties within the Jewish philanthropic community as a strategic avenue for funding and partnership opportunities.
Represent CADENA at key networking events to enhance visibility and foster partnerships.

Grant Acquisition and Monitoring
Research identify and apply for grant opportunities from governmental and private sources.
Ensure proper monitoring evaluation and reporting of grantfunded projects.

Leadership and Capacity Building
Provide fundraising training and capacitybuilding support to CADENAs country offices enabling them to strengthen local fundraising capabilities.
Coordinate with international teams to align fundraising efforts and share best practices.

Emergency Activation
Lead the rapid activation of fundraising campaigns during disasters or humanitarian crises to secure immediate funds for response efforts.

Requirements and competences to work with us

Studies

Bachelors degree in Nonprofit Management Business Administration International Relations or related field.

Masters degree preferred (e.g. International Development Fundraising Social Impact or Business Administration).

Experience

5 years of professional experience in fundraising development or strategic alliances with a proven track record of raising at least $12 million USD annually.

Demonstrated success engaging with family foundations major donors corporate sponsors and organizing highprofile fundraising events.

Strong experience in the U.S. philanthropic landscape including familiarity with invitationonly funding opportunities.

Knowledge of the Jewish philanthropic community considered a significant plus.

Skills and Competencies
Exceptional Relationship Building: Ability to engage influence and inspire stakeholders donors and partners across cultural and geographical contexts.

Strategic Vision: Strong ability to develop and execute longterm fundraising strategies aligned with organizational goals.

High Adaptability and Flexibility: Capacity to work under highstress situations particularly during humanitarian crises.

Communication Skills: Outstanding written and verbal communication in English and Spanish. Proficiency in additional languages is a plus.

ResultsOriented: Track record of achieving ambitious fundraising goals while maintaining strong ethical standards.

Commercial Acumen: Creativity and innovation in identifying diverse funding opportunities including disruptive and nontraditional approaches.

Resilience and Passion: Deep commitment to humanitarian values demonstrating empathy urgency and a drive to serve communities in need.

Desired Attitudes and Values
Strong alignment with CADENAs mission and values demonstrating integrity humility and a commitment to ethical fundraising practices.

Ability to work in a nonbureaucratic agile and resultsdriven environment.

Emotional intelligence and charisma to connect authentically with donors and stakeholders.

A humanitarian spirit balancing performance metrics with compassion and a genuine sense of urgency to support communities.

Ambitious yet grounded with a focus on achieving goals without compromising organizational values.

Our team profile

We Act with Boldness.
We Repair the World.
We Transform Indifference into Action.
We Cross the World to Save a Life.
We Build Bridges to Deliver Aid.
Hand in Hand with Those Who Need It Most.
We Promote a Society Filled with Humanity.
Impartiality Neutrality and Independence.
We Unite Links to Drive Solidarity.
We Educate to Change Realities.
We Build a Resilient World.

Key interests for working with us

Humanitarian Aid and Emergency Response
Education for Humanitarian Leadership
Neutrality Independence and Impartiality

Reasons to join our team

PurposeDriven Work: The opportunity to contribute to a meaningful mission: responding to crises repairing the world (Tikkun Olam) and transforming lives.
A chance to make a global impact by supporting vulnerable communities during their most critical moments.

Professional Growth and Development: The role offers exposure to international fundraising and partnerships fostering strategic leadership and negotiation skills.
Opportunities for continuous learning and development through participation in global events workshops and collaboration with experts.

Cultural Enrichment and Global Exposure: Opportunities to engage with diverse cultures markets and philanthropic ecosystems worldwide.
Interaction with the Jewish philanthropic community and broader humanitarian networks deepening cultural understanding and impact.

Humanitarian Fulfillment: The satisfaction of transforming indifference into action directly contributing to saving lives and building resilient communities.
Becoming part of a passionate team dedicated to serving humanity with empathy speed and care.

Relevant details before applying for this vacancy

Latin America (with strong ties to the U.S. philanthropic market).
The position requires international travel to attend events meet donors and represent CADENA globally.
Bilingual proficiency in English (C1) and Spanish; additional languages are a plus.