Experienced Grants/ Fund Raising Expert at Entrepreneurship Training Programme (ETP)

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue funding opportunities, prepare high-quality grant proposals, and submit them promptly.
• Guide program teams and finance on compliance requirements, potential opportunities and donor priorities, and ensure effective grant management for all projects.
• Collaborate with the Communications Officer to develop and produce communication materials to support fundraising efforts, including brochures, appeals, newsletters, and annual reports.
• Develop and maintain corporate partnerships to maximize support and broaden the organization's reach.
• Organize and manage local fundraising events and initiatives.
• Institutionalize fundraising efforts to ensure sustainability.
• Collaborate with the Communications Officer to develop and monitor online fundraising opportunities. 
• Arrange and coordinate partner and donor site visits. 
• Develop and share the annual work plan and budget for the Resource Mobilization and Fundraising Department. 
• Maintain a comprehensive fundraising database, including successful and unsuccessful concept notes and proposals for future reference. 
• Generate weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on Resource Mobilization and Fundraising activities.
• Develop a quarterly donor newsletter to inform supporters about the organization's progress.

Key Competencies & Skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills.
• Knowledge of fundraising regulations, compliance requirements, and best practices.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and fundraising databases.