International Transformation Foundation (ITF) is a youth led non-profit organization providing youth educational and self development programs encompassing leadership and entrepreneurship to harness creativity for Youth system that provide jobs; offering security, opportunities to grow, and contribute to the development of our communities.
This position requires the spearheading of the ITF international expansion dubbed “the ITF Dream Challenge” by:
- Opening new branches in East Africa, West Africa and the rest of the world and initiating international marketing, communications and Fund-raising initiatives.
- Directing the International Office branches including projects planning, implementation, monitoring & evaluation and oversight of budgets.
- Facilitating, coordinating and acting as a primary point-of-contact for all international affairs including: (i) Maintaining the relationship with current international partners and (ii) Establishing new relationships with international organizations and states/Governments.
- Identifying and preparing grant proposals and or other fundraising strategies for international projects/offices.
- Hiring, training/mentoring, supervising, and evaluating international offices volunteer staff.
- Receiving and mentoring international volunteers, ensuring they are well settled and facilitate their quick adjustment to their new environment.
- Organizing and evaluating international programs including conferences, events and seminars as well as representing ITF
- Other responsibilities may be assigned.
Qualifications:
- Hold at least a bachelor’s degree in related fields such as International Relations, Communications, marketing etc.
- Possess knowledge in current issues and best practices relating to international youth development.
- Ability to come up with creative ideas for communication and promotional materials, fundraising, identify potential opportunities for raising funds and write grant proposals,
- Have excellent communication skills both orally and in writing (minimally in English), excellent interpersonal and presentation skills and the ability to work with individuals from different cultures,
- Possess basic computer skills including graphic communication and social media management,
- Ability to maintain an established work schedule, with or without flexibility,
- Strong organizational and management skills- ability to multi-task and prioritize,
- Motivated to learn and take on new challenges
- Willingness and capacity to volunteer
- Unparalleled passion and commitment for youth & community development.
