Administrative Assistant – Development Fund at Management University Of Africa

JOB PURPOSE 

Reporting to the Development Fund Officer, the incumbent will assist in the  department’s activities to achieve its strategic objectives through Resource mobilization.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Assist the Development Fund officer in the implementation of policies and  procedures governing University Resource Mobilization.
• Assist in the implementation of University Resource mobilization strategies  taking into account short and long term funding needs of the University.
• Assist in initiating and participate in efforts to mobilize and build a sustainable  funding base for the University.
• Support implementation of resource mobilization strategies by managing  relationships with donors and other stakeholders.
• Identifying and mapping potential donors and conducting periodic reviews of  donor portfolio.
• Steward assigned donors in alignment with Development Fund stewardship  policies and protocols.
• In collaboration with the Dean of Student educate graduating students about  Alumni benefits and engaging them in supporting Endowment Fund.
• Assist in partnering with Admissions office in spearheading the introduction of  alumni involvement in the endowment Fund as well as partnering with the Dean  of student’s services to plan the growth and accessibility of career networking  services for students and alumni.
• Assist in organizing fundraising events.
• Office Administration and filling.
• Liaise with Philanthropic organisations to support needy students.
• Assist in developing fundraising proposals.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• A Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences
• Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and courteously with colleagues throughout the  University, alumni, other constituents and the public.
• Demonstrate ability to strategize, implement and build programmes and activities that target fundraising.
• Experience in Resource mobilization.
• Demonstrate strong writing, planning and organizational skills.
• Flexibility and initiative as well as the ability to work independently, combined  with the skills for thriving in a team environment to achieve institutional goals.
• Be of high ethical standards, integrity and professionalism.
• Ability to organize and complete multiple tasks simultaneously with close  attention to details and prioritization to meet deadlines.
• Computer applications:- MS Word, MS Power point, MS Excel (Spreadsheet)