Position Title: Partnerships and Resource Mobilization  Manager

Reports to: CEO

Duty Station: Kampala, Uganda

Contract Type: One-year Renewable

Job Purpose

The Partnerships and Resource Mobilization Manager will lead AAIN’s efforts to secure

funding, strengthen strategic partnerships,  and expand its influence across Africa’s agribusiness incubation ecosystem.  The role  involves designing and implementing resource mobilization strategies, developing high-quality  proposals, managing  donor relations,  and  building  collaboration  with  governments, private  sector   actors, development partners,  and incubator networks. The Manager will ensure sustainable financing  for   AAIN’s   programs  and  institutional growth  while  positioning  the organization as a leading driver of agribusiness innovation and youth empowerment in Africa.

2. Duties and Responsibilities
3. Resource Mobilization Strategy and Implementation
4. Develop and implement AAIN’s  Resource Mobilization Strategy aligned with

organizational objectives.

1. Identify funding opportunities from bilateral and multilateral donors, foundations, the private sector, and impact investors.

iii.    Lead  the  development of  concept  notes, proposals, grant applications, and investment dossiers.

1. iv. Establish and manage a pipeline of prospective donors and
2. Partnerships Development and Management
3. Build and sustain strong relationships with development partners, government

agencies, private corporations, incubators, and research institutions.

1. Negotiate partnership agreements, MoUs, and collaboration  frameworks.

iii.    Represent AAIN in high-level forums, conferences, and stakeholder engagement events.

1. iv. Coordinate joint projects with partners to drive innovation, capacity development, and technology
2. Donor Relations and Compliance
3. Serve as the primary focal point for donor engagement, communication, and

reporting.

1. Ensure high-quality donor reporting, compliance with funding requirements, and timely delivery of commitments.

iii.    Maintain  donor intelligence databases and communicate organizational impact aligned with donor priorities.

1. Program Development and Institutional Growth
2. Support the CEO and senior management in shaping new programs, investment

areas, and regional initiatives.

1. Mobilize partnerships to support AAIN’s four investment pillars:
2. a) Technology and Innovations Commercialization b) Human and Institutional Capacity Development c)  Innovative Incubation Financing Models
3. d) Youth Engagement in Agribusiness Trade and Investments

iii.    Identify and promote opportunities for scaling AAIN’s incubation programs across member countries.

1. Resource Tracking, Reporting, and Communication
2. Maintain  accurate records of  funding agreements, proposal submissions, and

partnership engagements.

1. Prepare progress reports, fundraising dashboards, impact summaries, and success stories.

iii.    Collaborate with the Communications  Unit to package AAIN’s achievements  for visibility and fundraising.

1. F. Internal Collaboration and Capacity Strengthening
2. Work with technical teams to ensure alignment of program results with donor

expectations.

1. Train staff and incubator managers on resource mobilization, proposal writing, and partnership management.

iii.    Facilitate cross-country knowledge exchange within AAIN’s membership network.

Minimum Job Requirements

Academic   Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Development Studies, Economics, Agriculture, Project Management, or related field.
• A master’s degree in a relevant field is an added advantage.

Work Experience

• Minimum 5–7 years of relevant experience in resource mobilization, fundraising, donor engagement, or partnerships management.

• Proven track record of securing funding from international donors, private sector sponsors, foundations, and investment partners.
• Experience working with agriculture, agribusiness, incubation, entrepreneurship, or youth development programs is a strong asset.
• Demonstrated experience in proposal development, project design, and strategic partnership building.

Key skills and Competencies

• Strong understanding of African agribusiness systems, incubation models, and youth enterprise ecosystems.
• Excellent proposal writing, report drafting, and project design skills.
• Capacity to analyze donor trends and align them with AAIN’s strategic priorities.
• Exceptional ability to build relationships  with donors, government agencies, private sector players, and international organizations.
• Strong negotiation, diplomacy, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication in English; French proficiency is a strong advantage.
• Skilled at high-level representation,  pitching ideas, and communicating value propositions.
• Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional teams.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to  manage multiple tasks under tight timelines.
• High level of integrity, professionalism,  and accountability.
• Innovative, proactive, and results-oriented.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem-solving ability.

How to apply: 

Applications should be marked “APPLICATION FOR THE POST OF ………………………..” and submit application and the necessary documents electronically to the following address:
The Director, Human Resources
African Agribusiness Incubators Network
E-mail: opportunities@aain.aain.africa

NOTE: Those who applied earlier need not reapply.

Questions? Email: opportunities@aain.africa