Development Manager at Interview Up Consulting

Responsibilities for the Development Manager Job

• Review and implementation of the development and fundraising strategy of the Center with particular emphasis on unrestricted support, rolling out a capital campaign and domestic (within Africa) fundraising;
• Identification and cultivation of diverse range of funders including foundations, governments and individuals. This will include prospect research, development of new relations and maintenance of existing ones;
• Support processes of identifying partners for joint bids and provide the necessary due diligence.
• For partners funded through Center grants, the position will ensure that robust contracts are developed and continuous monitoring is done to ensure that partners meet their deliverables;
• Provide oversight on grants management and other development activities ensuring that timely and quality reports are sent to funders as per grant requirements.
• The Development Manager will provide leadership and direction to the unit staff who include an M & E Officer and Development Officer;
• Collaboratively work with program leaders to ensure funders’ requirements are met in program implementation;
• Offer support to program staff in managing and developing competitive proposals in response to funding opportunities, especially with respect to documentations and meeting the requirements of the call;
• Grow the Centers fundraising footprint across the region and in doing so strengthen the corporate brand;
• Work with the Program Leaders and the Policy Engagement and Communications division to ensure that funders are appraised on Center’s progress in the various programs.

Development Manager Job Qualifications

• A Masters degree in a relevant field.
• A minimum of 10 years of relevant progressive experience in international development with demonstrated senior management experience in fundraising and grants management
• Experience in implementing donor programs is desirable;
• Solid understanding of the proposal development process and project management systems;
• Demonstrated ability to prospect, cultivate and manage new funders.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong relationship management skills developed through prior experience;
• Strong interpersonal, communication (written and oral) and facilitation skills;
• Editorial skills and experience;
• Proven ability to motivate and coordinate multiple stakeholders;
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task in a highly dynamic environment.