Resource Mobilization Officer at Ndune (K) LTD

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Job Description

• To take the lead in identifying funding opportunities, listing them and sharing the information with the management committee.
• To assist with funding proposal writing processes. This involves writing project and budget plan proposals and coordinating with the different departments with the aim of sometimes jointly submitting a project proposals.
• To assist in developing a fund generation and resource mobilization Work plan and constantly follow-up the implementation of the plan.This involves designing and writing materials for communications with different prospective donors and agencies.
• To assist in mobilizing non-financial resources from private sectors entities, individuals, faith based organizations and corporate agencies.
• To coordinate processing of agreements in connection with funding opportunities and ensure effective and timely follow-up in terms of submission of reports to the donors and grant renewal proposals.
• To monitor donor reporting and grant expenditure deadlines; coordinate with different departmental heads and the finance office in responding to these deadlines while facilitating and participating in the preparation of quality financial and narrative reports to donors.
• To coordinate distribution to donors information highlighting funds needed and generated along with resources mobilized.
• To work with the Partner relations team to recruit engage and maintain external vendors and agencies for procurement on with the goal of building long term relationships with suppliers
• To undertake all other relevant activities as and when assigned by the management

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• A bachelor’s degree or higher diploma in Business management, Community Development, communications or marketing
• At least 2 year experience in fundraising, or related activities
• Excellent Time Management and the ability to meet deadlines under pressure
• Attention to detail
• Ability to take initiative and creatively problem solve
• Excellent knowledge of English, both orally and written
• Good analytical skills in developing, monitoring and implementing resource mobilization strategies and utilizing campaign metrics to determine best practices
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams
• Ability to prioritize workload and demonstrate deliverables/outcomes.
• Self-motivation and a commitment to ensure results oriented work.
• Strong negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good understanding of financial management and reporting processes.
• Computer literacy and ability to effectively use a variety of software particularly Excel and Word