Christine Bailey

Background

About Christine Bailey

Seasoned fundraiser and senior manager with a proven track record stewarding and securing grants from foundations, U.S. Government (USG), and multilateral funders. Adept at cultivating and solidifying relationships with strategic partners including funders, board members, USG counterparts, and other stakeholders. A veteran writer with a strong communications background. SKILLS • 10+ years of senior leadership experience in fundraising and managing programs in 25+ countries in Africa, Asia, and Central and South America. • Demonstrated success cultivating, writing proposals, and winning grants from to $30 million from foundations, USG, and multilateral funders. • Experienced in foundation/funder relations: acted as the primary point of contact for foundation/USG/multilateral engagement to attract, continue, and secure funding. • Excellent project management skills, including ability to establish and monitor priorities and meet deadlines in fast-paced settings. • Adept at developing and implementing work plans, logistics, work processes, meeting deadlines, and stress management. • Strong collegial interpersonal skills and proven ability to work with diverse teams and personalities. • Ability to communicate diplomatically and effectively in person, in writing, virtually, and by phone. • Deadline-oriented and highly self-motivated with strong attention to detail and personal accountability. • Veteran writer with excellent research, writing, and communication skills. • Quick and disciplined learner, able to assertively ramp up knowledge.