TEAM LEAD, PARTNERSHIPS AND FUNDRAISING

Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement

·      Develop and implement strategies to build high-value partnerships with donors, corporates, and key stakeholders

·      Establish and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders

·      Represent the Foundation and communicate its position on key social and development issues

·      Strengthen stakeholder engagement and raise the Foundation’s profile locally, nationally, and internationally

Fundraising & Resource Mobilization

·      Develop and drive fundraising strategies to enhance financial sustainability

·      Identify and track funding opportunities aligned with organisational priorities

·      Lead the development of funding proposals, pitches, and donor engagements

·      Build and manage a strong pipeline of donors and partners

·      Identify opportunities to expand and diversify the Foundation’s funding base

·      Lead the development of funding proposals, pitches, and partnership engagements

·      Generate new ideas and opportunities to expand the Foundation’s funding base

·      Expand and diversify the Foundation’s funding base

Pipeline Management & Execution

·      Manage fundraising pipelines, tracking, and engagement activities

·      Oversee proposal development processes from planning to submission

·      Ensure timely follow-up and conversion of funding opportunities

·      Coordinate execution of fundraising and partnership initiatives

Strategic Collaboration & Network Development

·      Work closely with leadership and trustees to leverage networks and strategic relationships

·      Promote multi-stakeholder collaboration across programmes and initiatives

·      Build and sustain long-term partnerships aligned with organisational priorities

Special Projects & Strategic Initiatives

·      Oversee the planning and implementation of special projects aligned with the Foundation’s strategic priorities 

·      Provide strategic and coordination support for initiatives such as the Professional Volunteers Programme (PVP)

·      Ensure effective execution of partnership-driven and cross-functional initiatives

Planning, Execution & Growth

·      Oversee proposal development processes from planning to submission

·      Ensure effective coordination and execution of partnership and fundraising initiatives

·      Identify innovative approaches to partnership development and fundraising

·      Monitor sector trends and identify opportunities for collaboration and growth

·      Contribute to strategic thinking on programme expansion and long-term sustainability

Additional Responsibilities

Support cross-functional organisational initiatives as required Represent the Foundation in stakeholder engagements where necessary

·      Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of Programs & Grants or the CEO

Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS & SKILL REQUIREMENTS

·    Strong fundraising, partnership development, and business development capability

·      Excellent stakeholder engagement and networking skills

·      Strong communication and presentation skills

·      Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a dynamic environment

·      Strong organisational and planning capability

·      Leadership and coordination skills

·      High level of professionalism and sound judgement

·      Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Education

·      Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

·      Postgraduate qualification in a relevant discipline is an advantage

·      Minimum of 6 to 7 years’ experience in partnerships, fundraising, or business development within a nonprofit or development organisation

Experience engaging with donors, corporates, and funding institutions

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSEDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

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