Resource Mobilization and Partnerships Committee Intern at Council of Governors

Scope of Assignments

Support the Resource Mobilization and Partnerships Committee in monitoring best practices and emerging trends, sources with respect to Resource Mobilization for the Council.

The specific duties and responsibilities will include:

• Assist in Identifying key function priorities and funding sources and developing high quality proposals for funding in consultation with the technical leads;
• Assist in developing and maintaining strategic partnerships and engagement with Development Partners;
• Preparing of Concept notes, progress reports, speeches, briefs, and other documents relating to the Committee as may be required;
• Involvement in Resource mobilizing processes from Bilateral and Multilateral Donors, Philanthropic Foundations, and other approved sources;
• Developing and implementing prospective donor strategies including resource mobilization activities programmes;
• Building and advancing relationships with portfolio of current and prospective donors;
• Playing an integral role in supporting overall resource mobilization activities for the council
• Drafting briefing memos and donor presentations for senior leadership in preparation for donor meetings;
• Assisting in streamlining and preparation of concept notes and proposals for donor funding;
• Assisting in scheduling and coordinating donor meetings; and
• Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

The Assignments will be task managed by the Council of Governors Committee supervised by and reporting to the Program Officer – Resource Mobilization and Partnerships.

Duration of the assignment

• The internship duration is for a period of six (6) months.

Required Qualifications

• Have a Bachelor Degree in Social Science, International Relations, Business Communication, Marketing, Public Relations or a related field;
• Certificate in Computer applications.
• Experienced in undertaking comprehensive research;
• Outstanding Interpersonal, analytical and communication skills;
• Ability to follow deadlines, accuracy and attention to detail;
• A high level of computer literacy and proficient in written and spoken English and Kiswahili; and
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.