Fundraising Manager

Joscelyn Foundation is national NGO and its recruitment Fundraiser manager. The foundation works in the field of youth, education, child protection and disability.

Position: Fundraising Manager
Reporting to: Programme Director
Objective: Identifying donor resources, raising funds and writing proposals for long-term organizational sustainability.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Compile and maintain a database of international and local donor organizations
• Regularly monitor donor websites and identify and inform donor opportunities matching the work of the organization
• Maintain a website and regularly update it with information about organization’s work
• Writing concept notes, project ideas and project proposals and ensure their timely submission
• Undertake independent research in finding alternative resources for long-term sustainability of the organization
• Developing business plans to generate income from various sources.
• Undertake online research and build contacts with potential individual donors and raise funds for the activities of the organization.
• Maintain relationships with existing donors and respond to their requests regularly and keep updating them about the work of the organization
• Improve and develop communications material for the organization such as brochure, website, annual report, DVD, poster etc.
• Organize or provide assistance in organizing any fundraising events for the organization
• Suggest other innovative ideas for effective resource mobilization.

COMPETENCIES (Indicate what key competencies are required, such as computer
knowledge, management, communication, negotiating or training skills, etc.)
Strong communication, negotiating, analytical skills
Pleasant personality and good interpersonal skills
Tact, discretion, initiative and good judgment
Ability to work under minimum supervision
Ability to handle multiple projects within deadlines
Good knowledge of computer applications
Self-motivated and a team player

Job Skills & Qualifications

Required:
University degree in Marketing, Economics, Communication, Fundraising or Business
Administration; Sound and up-to-date knowledge of corporate partnership management
Strong leadership skills
Excellent organizational abilities and attention to detail
At least one year of fundraising experience
Quick thinker and ability to make decisions under pressure
Fluency in written and spoken English

Application:
Interested applicants must submit the following documents:

• Cover letter (Expression of interest);
• EuroPass CV

Please send your application via email: joscelyn.foundation@gmail.com Subject of the e-mail: "Fundraising Manager"
Deadline 20 April 2020
NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted