Resource Mobilization Officer at St. Paul’s University

Purpose of Role:

The scope of the job is to support the Resource Mobilization strategy at St. Paul’s University. The post holder will develop and deliver strategies that create new partnerships and streams of funding as well as maintain relationships and a supporter base. The Resource Mobilization Officer will drive strategic and proactive resource mobilization and work to improve donor and internal St. Paul’s University engagement/visibility. S/he will proactively identify and track donor opportunities, facilitate donor engagement, develop Resource Mobilization strategies, support development and sharing of marketing materials, and coordinate proposal development for large and strategic funding opportunities. This is in addition to donor reporting, project management, project monitoring and evaluation, specific donor requirements reporting, budget tracer reporting, etc. The Resource Mobilization Officer will also play a key role in identifying and nurturing partnership opportunities to maximize collective impact.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Master's or Bachelor’s degree in Management, Economics, Finance, or any other relevant field.
• Have a minimum of 6 years of work experience in Fundraising, Grant Writing, and Networking.
• Registered with the relevant professional body
• Demonstrated digital competence in the responsible use of digital tools and platforms to support resource mobilization activities, including donor and stakeholder databases, proposal development and reporting tools, online fundraising and communication platforms, data analysis and presentation software, electronic correspondence, and virtual engagement tools, while ensuring data accuracy, confidentiality, ethical standards, and compliance with institutional policies.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the Strategic Plan 2025–2030 and the ability to support its implementation is an added advantage.
• A committed Christian of high moral and ethical standing, aligned to the University’s vision, mission, and values.