Fundraising and Partnership Manager

4S; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

4S is seeking a fundraising and partnerships leader in Singapore to drive strategy, diversify income, and manage donor relations. You will develop programmes with corporates, foundations and individuals, while ensuring governance and compliance across activities.

Responsibilities include leading KPI-driven fundraising and forming strategic MoUs, with a focus on donor stewardship, data-driven insights, and collaboration with Programme, Finance and Marketing teams.

Qualifications

• Degree in Business, Marketing, Communications or related field.
• 3–5 years' experience in fundraising, partnerships or business development.
• Proven donor acquisition and partnership management track record.
• Strong communication, proposal writing and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of charity governance and compliance in Singapore.

Responsibilities

• Lead the review, refinement and execution of 4S' fundraising strategy to strengthen sustainability and diversify income streams.
• Develop a balanced fundraising portfolio (corporates, foundations, individuals, community partnerships).
• Set KPIs and performance targets aligned with funding needs and programme priorities.
• Develop strategic partnerships with corporates, foundations and institutions; manage MoUs and partnership agreements.
• Drive donor stewardship and engagement; bolster donor retention through impact-based communications.

Skills

Communication skills

Proposal writing

Presentation skills

Donor acquisition

Partnership management

Education

Degree in Business, Marketing, or related field

Job description

Job Description

Requirements

• Degree in Business, Marketing, Communications or related field.
• At least 3 to 5 years' experience in fundraising, partnerships or business development.
• Proven track record in donor acquisition and partnership management.
• Strong communication, proposal writing and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of charity governance and compliance in Singapore.

Responsibilities

Fundraising Strategy & Optimisation

• Lead the review, refinement and execution of 4S' existing fundraising strategy to strengthen sustainability and diversify income streams.
• Develop a balanced fundraising portfolio (corporates, foundations, individuals, community partnerships).
• Set clear KPIs and performance targets aligned with organisational funding needs and programme priorities.

Partnership Development & Management

• Lead the development of strategic partnerships with corporates, foundations and institutions, moving beyond one-off donations.
• Develop partnership proposals and customised engagement opportunities.
• Manage Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and partnership agreements.

Donor Engagement, Stewardship & Experience

• Own and strengthen the donor stewardship framework, ensuring timely, consistent and meaningful engagement.
• Drive impact-based donor communications (reports, updates, recognition) to support donor retention.
• Use donor insights to refine engagement strategies and personalise donor journeys.

Governance & Reporting

• Track fundraising KPIs (donor retention, new donor acquisition, funds raised).
• Leverage analytics to track donor retention, acquisition, lifetime value and campaign effectiveness.
• Ensure fundraising practices comply with Charities Act, Commissioner of Charities and NCSS requirements.

Capacity Building & Innovation

• Work closely with Programmes, Volunteer Management, Finance and Communications to align funding with service impact.
• Strengthen internal fundraising capability through frameworks, tools and structured processes.
• Support digital fundraising tools, campaigns and social media engagement.
• Support marketing and communications to enhance 4S' brand and visibility.

Working Hours

• Five-day work week, up to 44 hours per week
• Availability to attend meetings or work on weekends when required
• Willingness to work five days per week at Eunos Crescent

We regret that only shortlisted applicants will be notified.