Strategic Partnerships & Grants Officer

Job Title: Strategic Partnerships & Grants Officer
Location: Hybrid/Abuja Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-Time

Role Summary

The Strategic Partnerships & Grants Officer is a dynamic and pivotal role within the organization responsible for driving resource mobilization fostering impactful collaborations and ensuring the successful acquisition and management of grants. This position combines strategic thinking relationship building and excellent project management skills to enhance the organizations sustainability and programmatic reach.

The officer will identify funding opportunities cultivate donor and partner relationships and oversee grant applications and compliance processes. They will also serve as the organizations representative in building alliances promoting its mission and working collaboratively with internal teams to align grants and partnerships with strategic objectives.

By integrating grant management and partnership development this role ensures that BFFWH has the resources networks and collaborative support needed to address critical womens health challenges and achieve its mission.

Key Responsibilities:

Grant Management

1. Grant Identification and Research:
   

• Continuously research and identify new grant opportunities aligned with the organizations mission.
  

• Maintain a database of prospective funding opportunities and timelines.
  

• Write and submit high-quality grant proposals tailored to meet specific donor requirements.
  

• Collaborate with program teams to develop compelling project descriptions budgets and measurable outcomes.
  

• Ensure timely and accurate reporting to donors including financial reports project updates and impact assessments.
  

• Develop and monitor grant agreements to ensure compliance with donor regulations and organizational policies.
  

• Cultivate and maintain relationships with grant-making organizations including foundations government agencies and institutional donors.
  

• Act as the primary point of contact for existing funders responding promptly to inquiries and providing regular updates.
  

Partnership Development

1. Stakeholder Engagement:
   

• Build and maintain relationships with strategic partners including NGOs governmental bodies corporate organizations and academic institutions.
  

• Represent the organization at networking events conferences and meetings to promote its mission and programs.
  

• Identify and pursue potential partnership opportunities to expand program reach leverage resources and enhance impact.
  

• Develop Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) and other agreements to formalize collaborations.
  

• Coordinate with advocacy teams to engage partners in joint campaigns or initiatives.
  

• Build coalitions to address key womens health challenges particularly those impacting reproductive health and fistula patients.
  

Resource Mobilization and Diversification

1. Diversified Funding Strategies:
   

• Develop strategies to diversify the organizations funding sources including corporate sponsorships private donations and institutional grants.
  

• Explore innovative fundraising approaches such as cause marketing crowdfunding and social enterprise partnerships.
  

• Organize donor appreciation events site visits and recognition campaigns to enhance donor loyalty.
  

• Work closely with the communications team to showcase impact stories and engage donors through newsletters and social media.
  

Strategic Planning and Data Management

1. Strategic Alignment:
   

• Work with leadership to align grant applications and partnership goals with the organizations strategic plan.
  

• Contribute to long-term sustainability planning by identifying trends in funding and partnership opportunities.
  

• Collaborate with M&E teams to develop metrics and tools to measure the impact of grants and partnerships.
  

• Use data to demonstrate program effectiveness and communicate value to stakeholders.
  

• Maintain a centralized repository of grant applications partnership agreements and donor communications for institutional memory.
  

• Document lessons learned from grant applications and partnerships to improve future initiatives.
  

Additional Responsibilities:

• Stay updated on global and regional trends in philanthropy donor priorities and public health challenges affecting women.
  

• Ensure ethical practices in fundraising and partnership development adhering to transparency and accountability standards.
  

• Conduct regular training for staff to enhance grant writing and partnership management skills.
  

Requirements

Qualifications and Skills Competencies

Qualifications:

1. Bachelors degree in Marketing Social Sciences Public Health Development Studies Business Administration or a related field (Masters degree is an added advantage).
   
2. Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in grant writing partnership development fundraising or a related role within the non-profit sector.
   
3. Proven track record of securing and managing grants from institutional donors foundations and international agencies.
   
4. Strong understanding of the non-profit landscape especially in the areas of womens health public health or community development.
   
5. Experience in donor engagement and relationship management including corporate social responsibility (CSR) partnerships.
   
6. Familiarity with grant compliance regulations reporting requirements and financial management practices.
   

Skills and Competencies:

1. Strategic Thinking: Ability to align partnership opportunities and grant proposals with organizational goals and strategic priorities.
   
2. Grant Writing Expertise: Exceptional ability to develop compelling data-driven proposals and applications tailored to donor requirements.
   
3. Relationship Management: Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build and sustain effective partnerships with donors government agencies and stakeholders.
   
4. Project Management: Proficiency in coordinating multiple projects ensuring timelines deliverables and donor expectations are met.
   
5. Research and Analytical Skills: Capacity to identify funding opportunities analyze donor trends and generate insights to enhance proposals and partnerships.
   
6. Financial Acumen: Basic knowledge of budgeting financial reporting and resource allocation for grant and partnership activities.
   
7. Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present ideas clearly and persuasively.
   
8. Team Collaboration: Ability to work cross-functionally with program teams finance and leadership to align grant and partnership initiatives.
   
9. Attention to Detail: Strong organizational skills to manage deadlines documentation and compliance with donor expectations.
   
10. Adaptability: Flexibility to navigate a fast-paced environment and respond to emerging opportunities or challenges.
    

Technology Proficiency:

1. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word Excel PowerPoint) and donor management software.
   
2. Experience using project management tools (e.g. Trello Asana) and CRM platforms.
   
3. Familiarity with online grant application portals and reporting platforms.
   
   

Benefits

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on experience.
  

• Remote working options
  

• Opportunities for professional development and training.
  

• A collaborative and supportive work environment