Roles and Responsibilities
- Raise project specific and discretionary funding, including in-kind donations.
- Develop and implement a fund development strategy that is approved by the trustees.
- Promote awareness of the organization’s mission and work.
- Cultivate a network of dedicated donors and volunteers.
- Research and identify new fundraising opportunities.
- Plan fundraising initiatives to help the organization meet financial goals.
- Form strong relationships with external stakeholders.
- Ensure major donors are satisfied and kept informed of the organisation’s goals and activities.
- Prepare and write funder reports for the different funders as and when required.
- Prepare for newsletters and annual report together with Director and program staff.
- Develop and implement, together with the Director, activities to promote the organisation.
- Work with the Program staff on program budgets and work plans to ensure they are aligned with the funder grant agreements.
- Work with the programme staff to identify trends and patterns to inform future fundraising goals and programme implementation.
Qualifications and Requirements
- At least five years of experience in fundraising, sales, or marketing, communications, business, public relations, or related field.
- Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.
- Competence with donor management systems.
- Experience in writing grant proposals, press releases, fundraising and newsletters.
- Ability to lead and motivate colleagues and volunteers.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Passion for research.
- Ability to successfully balance priorities while managing multiple tasks and planning big events.
- Confidence in public speaking.
