Donor Engagement Advisor - Gulf Partnerships

About the Position

Donor Engagement Advisor - Gulf Partnerships

We are seeking a Donor Engagement Advisor to join our team in the Gulf Partnerships role. This position will contribute to the growth of our programs by strengthening partnerships with Gulf-based donors.

Responsibilities

Relationship Management and External Positioning

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with priority Gulf-based donors, foundations, and partners.
• Lead PIN’s external positioning based on its operational footprint and regional priorities.
• Develop and implement engagement plans with prioritized humanitarian and development stakeholders and donors in the Gulf region.
• Engage with donors and partners to inform program development and positioning ahead of funding opportunities.
• Represent PIN in relevant forums and bilateral engagements.
• Act as a link between donor intelligence, engagement strategies, and PIN’s programmatic priorities in the region.

Opportunity Development

• Identify, track, and support the advancement of Gulf donors funding opportunities across the region in coordination with regional and country program teams.
• Monitor Gulf donor priorities, trends, and possible partnership modalities, maintaining an overview of key stakeholders and opportunities.
• Lead the identification, development, and strategic pitching of concept ideas to prospective donors, ensuring alignment with donor priorities and organizational objectives.
• Work closely with regional, country program, and HQ teams to align engagement and opportunity development efforts.

Requirements

Main Requirements

• 7–10+ years of experience in the humanitarian or development sector.
• Proven experience in donor engagement and business development.
• Experience with Gulf donors or non-traditional funding streams is an asset.
• Strong relationship management and communication skills.
• Ability to translate program realities into funding opportunities.
• Fluency in English required; Arabic is an advantage.

We Offer

• Working environment in a well-established humanitarian organization in a challenging context.
• Strategic role with direct contribution to PIN’s funding diversification.
• Close collaboration with senior leadership and country programs.
• Opportunity to engage with emerging and non-traditional donors.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary based on PIN’s salary scale and HR policies dependent on the cost of living in the specific home location.

Time off and Rest

• 25 days of holiday annually.
• 10 sick days.

Travel Benefits

• Accommodation provided by PIN.
• Reimbursement of travel expenses with travel to the country of residence once every 6 months of work.
• Reimbursement of costs of visas and vaccinations; assistance with the visa application procedure.
• Reimbursement for the medical check-up before and after the deployment.
• Travel health insurance covering medical care, including repatriation.

Health and Well-being

• 24/7 Medical Support available online.
• Free psychological consultations available online.

Professional Development

• Free access to e-learning platforms and PIN Learning Hub.
• PIN’s global Induction Training.
• Tailored capacity-building opportunities, including Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) (if applicable).

People in Need is committed to preventing any type of unwanted behavior at work including sexual harassment, exploitation and abuse, lack of integrity and financial misconduct and is committed to promoting the welfare of children and adults with whom People in Need involved. People in Need expects all staff to perform job duties and responsibilities in accordance with People in Need code of conduct and key policies (available at: https://www.peopleinneed.net/key-policies-4142gp). People in Need Staff will undertake the appropriate level of training.*

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records and terrorism finance checks.

We are committed to ensuring diversity and gender equality within our organization and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this position, send us your CV and short cover letter via our application form.

Please note only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis and the vacancy will be closed when filled.