Sponsor Donor Support Associate Ii at Compassion International – Burkina Faso


Sponsor Donor Support Associate Ii at Compassion International – Burkina Faso

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Sponsor Donor Support Associate Ii at Compassion International – Burkina Faso

Recruiter: Compassion International

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About Compassion International

Compassion International is part of the United Nations system, working to promote international cooperation and address global challenges. As a UN entity, it contributes to the organization’s mission of maintaining international peace and security, developing friendly relations among nations, and promoting international cooperation in solving international problems and encouraging respect for human rights.

Job Summary

This position offers an opportunity to contribute to administrative management within Compassion International’s important work in international cooperation and sustainable development. Working in Burkina Faso, you will collaborate with international colleagues and partners to address global challenges and promote sustainable development. This role provides an excellent opportunity for professional growth while making a meaningful contribution to international cooperation and global peace and security.

Full Job Description

Please submit your CV, cover letter and academic documents by March 9th, 2026 This intermediate associate executes the day-to-day processes and activities to service the participant-supporter connection. Works within and supports Compassion systems, processes and standards ensuring quality communications and information. Specifically, he or she processes child sponsorship, child survival, youth and other significant field program communication resources. He or she may coach the work of other Sponsor Donor Support Associates. Responsibilities Acts as an advocate to raise the awareness of the needs of children. Commits to and prioritizes child protection considerations in all decision-making, tasks and activities across the ministry. Abides by all behavioral expectations in Compassions Statement of Commitment to Child Protection and Code of Conduct. Reports any concerns of abuse, neglect or exploitation of children through Compassions internal reporting process and appropriately supports responses to incidents if they occur. Working directly or in cooperation with appropriate staff, coordinates the gathering of communication resources from the church partner. Ensures communication between supporters and participants and church partners aligns with Sponsor Donor Support standards and provides production schedules with deadlines as well as feedback on the quality of information received. Collaborates with various field office staff to conduct and support marketing or external relations related information processing. Generates, organizes, records, and tracks child, mother-child unit and student information and correspondence documents within established time lines. This includes project gift usage, letters, child updates (registration, transfers exits, etc) and supporter inquiries. Reviews and corrects documents ensuring accuracy of data flowing from field offices to marketing and alignment with Compassion standards. Reviews participant and supporter communication-focuses dashboards and addresses needs in communication processes. Addresses gaps in understanding of systems, processes, and Compassion standards and supports capacity building efforts for the church partner staff they support as needed. Enters electronic participant and supporter data into database and runs database reports and maintains computer files. Also reviews, approves or rejects child information received. Uses Compassion process and system understanding to support program support activities and may provide some general administrative support. May provide technical advice to other staff on Sponsor Donor Support systems and programs commonly used in this role to other associates and client groups. Culture Accountable for supporting, upholding, and engaging in Compassion’s core “Cultural Behaviors” in all internal and external communication and relationships. Education Bachelor degree in communication, business administration or a related field Experience Three years relevant experience working in this or a related field. Others Strong IT skills Fluent in French and English Good customer care abilities Strong interpersonal skills Licenses and Certifications None *Equivalent education, training and/or certification may be substituted for experience and education shown above Working Environment Office Standard Office Environment Physical Demands Sitting, standing, and/or walking for up to 8 hours per day Travel Requirements May be required to travel up to 20% of normal schedule Releasing children from poverty in Jesus name Its a mission that drives us because the need is desperate. Ten percent of the world lives on $1.90 a day or less. Our hearts break for the millions of children who suffer from lack of resources, but we rejoice because there is hope. We at Compassion know that the transformative power of Christs love is not bound by nationality or economic status. Unified by this conviction, our increasingly diverse staff uses our talents and experience to serve more than two million children in 25 countries. Were excited for you to join our ministry!

Key Details

  • Job Title: Sponsor Donor Support Associate II
  • Grade: N/A
  • Location: Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso
  • Department: Compassion International
  • Contract Type: Professional Staff
  • Estimated Salary Range:$70,000 – $120,000 USD annually

Qualifications

  • Not specified in the official posting

Skills

  • Not specified in the official posting

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation package
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Comprehensive health and wellness benefits
  • Inclusive and collaborative work environment

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the official UN careers portal. Female candidates and candidates from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.