Manager (Development)

About the role

The Institute of Policy Studies (IPS), a policy think-tank at the National University of Singapore, is seeking a Manager (Development). The role supports the Institute's fundraising by strengthening relationships with existing donors and cultivating new ones through the IPS Corporate Associates Programme, research programmes, major campaigns such as Singapore Perspectives and special projects. The position is based at the Bukit Timah Campus.

Key responsibilities

• Support the management and execution of the Institute's fundraising strategy.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit and steward gifts to advance the Institute's priorities.
• Manage a portfolio of donors and prospects, achieving individual and team fundraising targets.
• Partner with leadership and research colleagues to design tailored cultivation and solicitation plans and fundraising proposals.
• Build a donor pipeline through prospect research and qualification.
• Support the Corporate Associates (CA) Programme, including helping organise CA events and improve donor value.
• Drive fundraising through research projects, flagship event campaigns and special projects.
• Work with internal teams on administrative and logistical needs, including gift administration, database management and governance.
• Assist with copy-editing and distribution of donor communications such as appeals and reports.
• Support IPS-wide events and ad hoc tasks.

Required profile

• At least 4-6 years of experience in fundraising, donor relations or advancement, preferably in higher education, healthcare, the arts or the non-profit sector.
• Proven track record in securing gifts and managing donor portfolios.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to represent the Institute confidently with donors and partners.
• Strong leadership, strategic, analytical and results-driven approach, with good organisational skills.

Required skills

• Experience using CRM and donor management systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with strong working knowledge of MS Excel, MS Word and MS Access.