ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR – SCHOLARSHIPS AND FUNDRAISING PROJECTS IN MADRID | CAREERS AT MADRID

Overview Are you ready to join a dynamic team of professionals who are revolutionizing the way we learn?  IE University  is seeking a highly skilled  Associate Director  to contribute to our cutting-edge educational initiatives within the  IE University! The Associate Director's main responsibility will be to support IE Foundation's team in successfully developing and implementing fundraising activities and projects funded by corporate donors.
IE Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the values of IE University through the creation of projects and resources aimed at improving the quality of education, the generation and dissemination of cutting-edge knowledge, the funding of scholarships for the development of young talent and the culture of giving back and social impact of our community.
The department has grown in the last few years thanks to the support of IE community, donors, and corporate partners.
We have established new scholarship programs and fundraising campaigns to foster international talent.
Additionally, through the efforts of our centers, observatories, and chairs, we have promoted the generation of cutting-edge knowledge in forward-looking areas such as sustainability, entrepreneurship, impact investing, employee well-being, in collaboration with significant international institutions and companies.
Why IE University? IE is an international university based in Spain that offers programs in business administration, international relations, economics, law, sciences, technology, design, and humanities.
Recognized as a leading educational institution in Europe and the world, IE delivers several master's degrees included in the top 10 in the world according to the Financial Times, The Economist, Forbes, QS and other rankings.
With around students, 83% of them from foreign countries, and an active network of over alumni from 176 countries, IE is characterized by its diversity and openness to the world.
The University is supported by 31 international offices, which organize over events every year.
Our Purpose At IE University, we foster positive change through education, research, and innovation.
As a transformative educational institution, we empower students to make their mark on the world.
We provide them with the skills, knowledge and environment needed to make a difference, and they join a supportive and international community that lasts a lifetime.
Our spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship has allowed us to drive change and constantly stay at the cutting edge of higher education.
And through diversity, we have harnessed the power of people while also understanding and embracing the importance of humanities.
Our People At IE we are.
People-driven Change Builders Autonomy Enthusiasts Communication Enthusiasts Knowledge Champions We are looking for a person to join a full-time position based in Madrid-IE Tower.
Responsibilities Your role as an Associate Director will involve.
Contribute to the proactive identification of collaboration opportunities with corporate partners.
Create proposals and other fundraising materials for potential corporate donors, gathering specific technical input from internal and external stakeholders.
Build and nurture strong relationships with corporate partners.
Develop comprehensive plans for fundraising initiatives and projects, outlining tasks, timelines, and resource requirements.
Coordinate agreement formalization with the Legal Department, external partners and other stakeholders involved.
Monitor timelines, resources, and risks to ensure the effective delivery of projects.
Proactively address any issues that may arise during the process.
Manage essential administrative duties, including recruiting research assistants, tracking purchase orders, and invoicing external service providers.
Qualifications To thrive in this role, you should possess the following qualifications.
2-4 years of professional experience.
Experience in fundraising, donor or corporate relations and project management is a plus.
Excellent writing and presentation abilities for grant proposals and donor communications.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage corporate stakeholders effectively.
Strong teamwork capability to build positive and productive relationships with a diverse range of internal stakeholders (faculty, legal, budget, marketing, etc.).
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Master's degree.
Fluent proficiency in written and oral English and Spanish.
It's time to bring your best and make your mark.
Now the choice is yours!  If you want to be part of this educational revolution, we invite you to apply and be part of our amazing team at IE University.