Strategic Partnerships Officer

Splash International

. Research prospective funders, philanthropists, foundations, family offices, companies, multilaterals and other strategic partners, translating research into concise, actionable intelligence .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeRemote • Washington • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $70,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in fundraising, philanthropy, and partnership development, with strong analytical and communication skills to create actionable insights. Proficient in managing donor relationships and maintaining accurate records using CRM systems like Salesforce.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Fundraising ExperienceResearch and Analytical SkillsProject Management SkillsSalesforce ProficiencyCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

FundraisingData CleaningRecord ValidationProposal PreparationDue DiligenceData Quality MonitoringPipeline ManagementGift EntryRevenue ReconciliationEvent Coordination

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailOrganizational SkillsConfidence with Senior LeadersCuriositySound Judgement

Tools & Technologies

SalesforceAsanaDigital Research ToolsAI-Enabled Research ToolsSpreadsheets

Industry Keywords

PhilanthropyStrategic PartnershipsInternational DevelopmentBusiness DevelopmentConsulting

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Research prospective funders, philanthropists, foundations, family offices, companies, multilaterals and other strategic partners, translating research into concise, actionable intelligence
Prepare prospect profiles, meeting histories, relationship summaries, talking points, key questions and briefing materials
Map networks, relationships and potential connectors, and monitor relevant funding and philanthropic trends
Coordinate follow-up from priority donor and partner meetings
Support proposals, concept notes, donor reports, due diligence and partnership materials
Maintain accurate fundraising records across Salesforce and Asana
Complete deduplication, data cleaning, record validation and data-quality monitoring
Maintain pipeline stages, cultivation-cycle movement, engagement notes and relationship insights
Log stewardship touch points and recognition history in Salesforce
Run basic Salesforce reports, prepare data extracts and pipeline materials, and flag relationships requiring follow-up
Coordinate global pipeline reviews and follow up on outstanding commitments
Support senior-level engagement with priority prospects and partners
Support engagement at UNGA, World Water Week, AVPN, Impact Europe and Skoll through research, targeting, scheduling, briefing and follow-up
Maintain records of event conversations and opportunities
Complete gift entry and support monthly revenue and gift reconciliation
Maintain grant preparation and reporting calendars
Maintain organized digital records for donor correspondence, proposals, reports, agreements and due-diligence materials
Coordinate Development-team receipts, expenses, credit card reporting and invoices
Provide general administrative and operational support to the Development function
Support cultivation and stewardship of selected prospective and existing partners
Support selected early-stage relationships and opportunities with increasing independence

Requirements

What you’ll need

Approximately 2-4 years of relevant experience in fundraising, philanthropy, partnerships, business development, research, international development, consulting or a related field
Excellent research, analytical and written communication skills, with the ability to turn detailed information into concise, decision-useful briefings
Strong organizational and project-management skills, attention to detail and consistent follow-through
Confidence working with CRM systems, data, spreadsheets and digital research tools; Salesforce experience is helpful but not essential
Comfort working across teams, cultures and time zones, and with senior leaders and sensitive information
Commercial and political awareness, curiosity, sound judgement and a genuine interest in philanthropy, strategic partnerships and Splash's mission
Comfort using AI-enabled research and productivity tools, with the judgement to verify information and use them appropriately
Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience