Development Manager
Job Description.
We have an exciting
opportunity to join our team as Development Manager based in Nairobi, Kenya.
The Development Manager will develop and implement a comprehensive
communications and fundraising strategy in conjunction with our team of staff,
primarily the Executive Director and Country Director, and our Board of
Directors. Our current funding sources are both within Kenya and outside of
Kenya.
Responsibilities:
- Develop
and implement annual fundraising/communications strategy for Uweza with
the overall goal of developing new relationships with funders and
strengthening currently existing donor relationships
- Research
and cultivate potential partnerships/relationships with major donors,
including individuals, corporations, and foundations.
- Research
potential grant and proposal opportunities and manage the process
from preparation to submission of appropriate grants and proposals to
potential funders in order to generate funding for Uweza programs
- Generate
and maintain database of grant/proposal opportunities and submissions,
evaluate submissions for reasons for success or failure, and utilize
lessons learned for future proposal submissions
- Maintain
donor database in conjunction with the Executive Director
- Participate
in development of program and organization impact evaluations and use
information obtained from impact evaluations to inform communication
materials
- Coordinate
and oversee creative new approaches to support the community we serve
through innovative fundraising events that meet the needs of the current
situations. For example, COVID-19
- Seek
corporate sponsorships and partnerships, particularly for Uweza Soccer
Academy
- Seek
new markets, both within and outside of Kenya, and develop marketing
strategy for sales of artwork generated at Uweza Art Gallery
- Source
stories and content for communications from our staff and program
participants in line with fundraising strategy and provide guidance on
appropriate channels where stories should be shared
- Manage,
plan, and source content for digital communications, including website and
social media and, where appropriate, generate press releases for programs
and initiatives in order to gain greater exposure for Uweza both locally
and internationally
Qualifications
- At
least 3 years direct experience working in fundraising and grant
management process with an NGO (required)
- A
proven track record of successful fundraising for an NGO or similar
organization (required)
- Strong
verbal and written communication and storytelling skills (required)
- Bachelor’s
Degree (required) in relevant field including Business
Management, Business Administration, Communications, Marketing, or Community
Development (preferred)
- Previous
experience researching and applying for grants and overseeing the process
of managing and reporting on grants
- Knowledge
of and experience with the Eastern Africa media landscape
- Deadline-driven,
self-motivated and able to work independently
- Tech
savvy, experienced with social media content management and website
development and management
- Knowledge
of and experience with corporate funding landscape/CSR in Kenya
- Analytical
and strategic planning skills
- Fluency
in English required, fluency in Kiswahili strongly preferred
This is a full-time,
salaried, hybrid position based in Nairobi, Kenya. Applicants must be able to
work remotely and at our offices in Kibera.
How to Apply
To apply, send your cover
letter and CV to info@uwezakenya.org. All applications
must be received on or before 20th February, 2023. Late applications will not
be considered. Only short-listed
applicants will be contacted.
