The Fundraising Officer will lead efforts to mobilize financial resources that support the organizations social development and empowerment programs. The role involves identifying and engaging with donors CSR partners foundations and grant-making institutions to secure funding for projects focused on education livelihood gender equality skill development and community upliftment.
The ideal candidate will be passionate about social impact possess strong networking and proposal-writing skills and bring a proactive approach to building sustainable funding partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a fundraising strategy to support the organizations development and empowerment initiatives.
- Identify and research potential funding sources including CSR partners foundations philanthropies government programs and international donors.
- Prepare high-quality grant proposals concept notes and sponsorship presentations tailored to donor priorities.
- Build and nurture long-term relationships with funding agencies donors and institutional partners.
- Collaborate with program and communications teams to develop project ideas budgets and impact reports.
- Plan and execute donor engagement events fundraising campaigns and awareness initiatives.
- Track donor commitments ensure timely reporting and maintain accurate fundraising records in CRM systems.
- Monitor trends and opportunities in the development and CSR funding landscape.
- Represent the organization at external meetings donor forums and industry events.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelors degree in Social Work Development Studies Business Administration or related field (Masters preferred).
- 3 5 years of experience in fundraising donor relations or CSR partnership management within the development or nonprofit sector.
- Demonstrated success in securing grants and funding from corporate and institutional donors.
- Excellent writing communication and presentation skills.
- Strong understanding of CSR regulations SDGs and social impact frameworks.
- Ability to work independently handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency with MS Office CRM tools and donor management systems.
Key Competencies
- Strategic and analytical mindset
- Exceptional networking and relationship-building skills
- Strong proposal writing and storytelling ability
- Entrepreneurial and mission-driven approach
- Attention to detail and financial accountability
- Passion for community empowerment and social change
Key Skills
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Fundraising Strategy & Execution
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Grant Proposal Writing & Donor Communication
-
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Partnerships
-
Donor Prospecting & Relationship Management
-
Resource Mobilization & Pipeline Development
-
Project Budgeting & Financial Planning
-
Presentation & Pitch Development
-
Impact Reporting & Documentation
-
Negotiation & Persuasion Skills
-
Research & Data Analysis
-
Knowledge of SDGs and Development Sector Trends
-
Stakeholder Engagement & Networking
-
Campaign Planning & Event Coordination
-
CRM & Donor Management Tools (e.g. Salesforce Zoho DonorPerfect)
-
Strong Verbal and Written Communication
-
Analytical Thinking & Strategic Planning
-
Team Collaboration & Cross-functional Coordination
-
Time Management & Multitasking
-
Ethical Fundraising Practices
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives
- Opportunity to work on high-impact social development projects
- Collaborative inclusive and purpose-driven work culture
- Professional development and leadership growth opportunities
- Flexible and supportive working environment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: 30000.00 - 35000.00 per month
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
The Fundraising Officer will lead efforts to mobilize financial resources that support the organizations social development and empowerment programs. The role involves identifying and engaging with donors CSR partners foundations and grant-making institutions to secure funding for projects focused...
The Fundraising Officer will lead efforts to mobilize financial resources that support the organizations social development and empowerment programs. The role involves identifying and engaging with donors CSR partners foundations and grant-making institutions to secure funding for projects focused on education livelihood gender equality skill development and community upliftment.
The ideal candidate will be passionate about social impact possess strong networking and proposal-writing skills and bring a proactive approach to building sustainable funding partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a fundraising strategy to support the organizations development and empowerment initiatives.
- Identify and research potential funding sources including CSR partners foundations philanthropies government programs and international donors.
- Prepare high-quality grant proposals concept notes and sponsorship presentations tailored to donor priorities.
- Build and nurture long-term relationships with funding agencies donors and institutional partners.
- Collaborate with program and communications teams to develop project ideas budgets and impact reports.
- Plan and execute donor engagement events fundraising campaigns and awareness initiatives.
- Track donor commitments ensure timely reporting and maintain accurate fundraising records in CRM systems.
- Monitor trends and opportunities in the development and CSR funding landscape.
- Represent the organization at external meetings donor forums and industry events.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelors degree in Social Work Development Studies Business Administration or related field (Masters preferred).
- 3 5 years of experience in fundraising donor relations or CSR partnership management within the development or nonprofit sector.
- Demonstrated success in securing grants and funding from corporate and institutional donors.
- Excellent writing communication and presentation skills.
- Strong understanding of CSR regulations SDGs and social impact frameworks.
- Ability to work independently handle multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency with MS Office CRM tools and donor management systems.
Key Competencies
- Strategic and analytical mindset
- Exceptional networking and relationship-building skills
- Strong proposal writing and storytelling ability
- Entrepreneurial and mission-driven approach
- Attention to detail and financial accountability
- Passion for community empowerment and social change
Key Skills
-
Fundraising Strategy & Execution
-
Grant Proposal Writing & Donor Communication
-
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Partnerships
-
Donor Prospecting & Relationship Management
-
Resource Mobilization & Pipeline Development
-
Project Budgeting & Financial Planning
-
Presentation & Pitch Development
-
Impact Reporting & Documentation
-
Negotiation & Persuasion Skills
-
Research & Data Analysis
-
Knowledge of SDGs and Development Sector Trends
-
Stakeholder Engagement & Networking
-
Campaign Planning & Event Coordination
-
CRM & Donor Management Tools (e.g. Salesforce Zoho DonorPerfect)
-
Strong Verbal and Written Communication
-
Analytical Thinking & Strategic Planning
-
Team Collaboration & Cross-functional Coordination
-
Time Management & Multitasking
-
Ethical Fundraising Practices
What We Offer
- Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives
- Opportunity to work on high-impact social development projects
- Collaborative inclusive and purpose-driven work culture
- Professional development and leadership growth opportunities
- Flexible and supportive working environment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: 30000.00 - 35000.00 per month
Benefits:
Work Location: In person
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