Terms of Reference (TOR) for a Temporary Fundraising/Resource Mobilization Associate for TI-Kenya’s Integrity Walk 2025 at Transparency International - Kenya

The objective of this engagement is to:

• Design and implement fundraising strategies to secure funding for the Integrity Walk 2025.
• Identify and engage potential donors, sponsors, and development partners.
• Ensure fundraising activities align with the Integrity Walk’s communication and outreach strategies.
• The Fundraising Associate will report to the Coordinator, Business Development, and will work closely with the Communications Officer at TI-Kenya headquarters.

Scope of Work

• The Fundraising Associate will be responsible for:
• Researching and identifying institutional funders, including trusts, diplomatic bodies, foundations, and government agencies.
• Developing and prioritizing potential funding opportunities with private sector organizations and individuals.
• Aligning fundraising activities with TI-Kenya’s communication and advocacy efforts.
• Initiating and conducting meetings with potential donors and securing funding agreements.
• Coordinating sponsorships for corporate participation and product/service exhibitions at the Integrity Walk.
• Engaging diplomatic missions for financial or in-kind sponsorships.
• Maintaining a structured donor management system for tracking and follow-up.

Deliverables

• The Fundraising Associate will be expected to RAISE FUNDS for the Walkathon and hence, deliver:
• A comprehensive fundraising strategy and six-month action plan.
• A database of potential donors (corporate, foundations, government agencies, high-net-worth individuals), categorized by priority.
• A database of corporate donors with details of their corporate social responsibility (CSR) activities.
• A communications engagement plan supporting the fundraising strategy.
• A structured sales pitch/talking points for donor engagement.

Weekly reports detailing:

• Proposals submitted to at least two donor agencies.
• Meetings held with corporate institutions, including follow-ups.
• Documentation of all donor interactions (emails, calls, meetings, etc.).
• A final report summarizing fundraising efforts, achievements, and recommendations for future events.
• NB: All outputs will remain the intellectual property of Transparency International Kenya.

Professional Skills and Experience

Minimum Qualifications:

• A university degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Development, or related field.
• A minimum of five years of professional experience in fundraising, donor relations, or resource mobilization.
• Demonstrated understanding of TI-Kenya’s mission and advocacy initiatives.
• A successful track record in previous fundraising roles.
• Strong knowledge of fundraising landscapes and challenges in the region.