About AVPN
AVPN is a unique funders’ network committed to building a vibrant and high-impact social investment community across Asia. AVPN’s mission is to catalyse the movement toward a more strategic, collaborative, and outcome-focused approach to social investing, ensuring that resources are deployed as effectively as possible to address key social challenges facing Asia today and in the future.
Job Description
The AVPN Partnerships team is responsible for developing, delivering, and managing the grants and sponsorships that support AVPN in delivering on its mission to deliver Capital for Impact. In the next 6 months, the Partnerships team will be focused on generating revenue for the AVPN Global Conference in addition to grants.
Responsibilities for the Partnerships Intern will include assisting with day-to-day tasks such as grants and sponsorships, developing and implementing processes to streamline operations, and providing administrative support as needed.
This internship will provide the unique opportunity to work on proposals, collateral, and communications targeting the full spectrum of capital providers including foundations (institutional, corporate, and family), corporations, impact investors, HNWIs, and government-affiliated entities. The role offers the opportunity to learn and expand knowledge about the philanthropic ecosystem in Asia and globally.
This role requires strong organisational and communication skills, along with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines. Strong writing is required, and the ability to create compelling and visually appealing slide presentations is strongly preferred.
Responsibilities
Support the team in undertaking research to identify and prospect funding opportunities across the continuum of capital
Assist in drafting and preparing grant proposals, slide decks, and sponsorship requests, while gathering and organising supporting documents and data for funding applications
Produce and edit communications collateral for AVPN Signature Events including the Global Conference
Gather market intelligence as needed to improve the team’s strategy, providing insights into industry trends, potential funding opportunities, and competitor activities to enhance fundraising approach and decision-making processes
Provide administrative support such as scheduling meetings, taking minutes, and organising files and databases
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
Currently pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (Business Administration, Social Science, Public Administration, or a related discipline preferred)
Strong organisational skills and good attention to detail
Excellent communication, writing, and interpersonal skills
Basic knowledge of systems and tools to support partnership operations, including CRM software such as Salesforce, project management platforms, and communication tools such as Google Suites
Ability to collect, collate, and present information perceptively
Application Process
Please apply through the application form. Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Equal Employment Opportunity
AVPN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment is strictly decided on the basis of merit and business priorities. Applications from all sections of the community are welcome, and individuals from underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. AVPN does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, or any
NOTE: This job has no deadline and is open until filled.
