What We Do In a few years, smartphones will be ubiquitous even in the least developed regions of the world. We believe there is immense potential in harnessing them as a teaching tool – it all depends on the software. EIDU is creating an app-based learning environment that enables children aged 3-5 to develop cognitive abilities on their own.
Proposal and Grant Manager
What You Will Do
- Lead new grant applications, and coordinate the overall proposal writing process, whilst utilizing input from our Government, Operations, Finance and other teams
- Create high quality reports for our current partners, including progress on project implementation, success field stories, and updates on agreed KPIs.
- Support the Partnerships team with management of internal CRM and general process management.
- Conduct research to identify prospective donors including bilateral/multilateral donors, foundations, individuals, and others.
- Arrange and host field visits for donors and other partners across Kenya, being able to act as EIDU’s representative and answer their program questions (on an as-needed basis).
What You Should Bring
- At least 2+ years of direct experience in fundraising (required), ideally more.
- Excellent communication and writing skills in English (required).
- Familiarity with numbers, budgets and spreadsheets (Excel) (required).
- Experience in the education sector and familiarity with key concepts and players in this space (required).
- Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with people at all levels of the organisation and from diverse backgrounds and cultures.
- Ability to work in a start-up environment navigating complex and fast-changing circumstances.
- Highly organised person with strong attention to detail and process management skills.
- Ability to work reliably and strive for end-to-end project ownership.
- The desire to use your skills to bring about positive social change for underprivileged children.
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, NGO Management, International Relations or Communications) is an advantage.