An exciting opportunity to elevate global impact as a Digital Fundraising Specialist

Do you want to contribute to making a real impact in the world? Do you thrive in a dynamic, global environment where your marketing skills and innovative ideas can lead to tangible results? If so, the Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is looking for an experienced and talented digital fundraiser or marketer to join our Global Fundraising team.

As a key player in Global Fundraising, you will have the unique opportunity to shape and execute digital fundraising strategies that generate crucial, unearmarked funds and grow the income for NRC so that we can support more people that are forced to flee.

You will work across multiple channels and geographies, with a special focus on expanding our fundraising efforts in Norway. In this role you will help increase our income from private individuals through innovative campaigns, marketing automation, and targeted digital marketing efforts. Your expertise will guide the development and optimization of donor-centric journeys, digital ads, and fundraising appeals, ensuring we achieve our income targets and maintain resilience in our funding streams.

If you are a result-oriented professional with a knack for digital marketing and a passion for humanitarian work, this is your chance to join a global team dedicated to making a difference. Apply now and help us amplify NRC’s voice and impact worldwide.

What you will do

• Drive the evolution and execution of NRC’s global private individual fundraising strategy, collaborating closely with dynamic internal teams to achieve ambitious goals.
• Create and manage digital ads, fundraising appeals, and donor journeys to meet income targets.
• Monitor and optimize digital campaigns, including during major events like Christmas and emergency crises.
• Dive deep into fundraising ROI, advising on innovative investments, diversifying income streams, and creating robust financial resilience with quicker and higher returns. Utilize your analytical prowess to interpret data and craft informed, strategic recommendations for market and channel portfolios.
• Master the intricacies of multiple jurisdictions, privacy laws, and currency exchanges, ensuring compliance and optimal fundraising practices across diverse regions.
• Spearhead the development of annual plans and budgets. Forecast and report on income, costs, and key performance indicators, driving transparency and success.

Please download the detailed job description   to learn more about the position.

What you will bring

• Have 3+ years demonstrable experience of successful fundraising or sales, or marketing using digital channels so you can accelerate our digital fundraising from day one.
• Possess a business-savvy mindset, ready to tackle challenges and seize opportunities.
• Experience of marketing using tools like social media adverts, direct mail, email etc.
• Bring expertise in database marketing and a keen familiarity with cutting-edge tools and systems like Salesforce Marketing Cloud.
• Have a knack for A/B testing, data analysis, and deriving actionable insights from analytics.
• Demonstrate experience in forecasting and developing compelling business cases.
• Presentation skills that allow you to captivate audiences with your ideas and strategies.
• Ability to speak and write Norwegian and English languages.

What we offer

• Duty station: Oslo, Norway
• Contract: Permanent
• Travel: 10%
• Salary/benefits: Grade 9 on NRC’s Head Office, salary scale, with accompanying terms and conditions.
• NRC is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to diversity without distinction to age, gender, religion, ethnicity, nationality, and physical ability.
• We think outside the box, encourage ideas, and give responsibility to all employees at all levels.
• You will have many opportunities to be heard and take the initiative.

Find out more about the benefits of working for NRC

Important information about the application process

“To apply as an internal candidate, log in with your official email or click on Opportunity MarketPlace”

Continuing students who can work 50% of the time are highly encouraged to apply.  [CBG1]

When creating your profile, include your full name as given on your passport. Complete all the system-required fields for experience, employment history and education.

Submit your application and CV in English, taking care to attach your latest CV.

Applications that do not meet the minimum standards in terms of experience or qualifications will generally not be considered. Unsolicited applications not related to this specific job advertisement will not be considered.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We receive many applicants for each vacant position.

If you have any questions about this role, please email [email protected] with the job title as the subject line.

Why NRC? 

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is an independent humanitarian organization helping people forced to flee. Our 15,000 staff work in crises across 40 countries, providing life-saving and long-term assistance to millions of people every year.

The Norwegian Refugee Council (NRC) is a global humanitarian organization helping people forced to flee.

Join us in assisting millions of people in areas where others cannot, tackling some of the world’s most dangerous and difficult crises. Bring your skills and dedication to an organization recognized for providing high quality aid and for defending the rights of refugees and internally displaced people.

At NRC, we give responsibility to employees at all levels and foster professional growth and innovative teams. You can expect a supportive culture and an open dialogue with management. We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.

Together, we save lives and rebuild future.

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