Fundraising and Communications Officer at Tushinde Children's Trust

The post of the Communications and Fundraising Officer reports to and assists the Programmes and Development Manager and is accountable to the Executive Director. The post holder will focus upon delivering the outcomes in the Communications and Fundraising Plan alongside other Programme staff. He/She will be proactively involved in a range of communications and fundraising activities including organising events, building relationships with donors, maintaining donor data and communications.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Develop engaging content for social media platforms including Facebook, Twitter,Instagram to communicate strategic messaging, advocate with, and influence stakeholders as well as increase outreach with targeted, new audiences.
• Work closely with the media and communications team to write, edit, design and distribute content, including case studies, press releases, website content, annual reports, fundraising posters/leaflets and other marketing material that communicates the organisation's activities.
• Work with the Programmes and Development Manager to develop creative fundraising strategies including events-based activities
• Support donor engagement activities which include presentation to donors, timely acknowledgements of donations,sending thank you cards and preparation of donor reports
• Map out potential donors locally and internationally and contribute to bid writing for grant applications
• Maintain fundraising database and relevant documents
• Contribute to visual and digital communications, including photo gathering and editing, during Tushinde events and field visits.
• Support capacity building of the Tushinde Children’s Trust team in effective communication and fundraising strategies

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, development studies or related field.
• Minimum of 2-5 years' relevant experience in a communications/Fundraising role.
• Knowledge of desktop publishing software (InDesign/Photoshop).
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, content management systems, and social media platforms.

Salary Range: 37,078- 47,164 KES per month (gross); comprehensive individual health cover provided as a benefit.