Our client is an international
non-profit, non- governmental organization that carries out high quality,
policy relevant research on population, health and education issues facing
sub-Saharan Africa.
They
seek to fill the position of Development Manager.
The Role: The
Development Manager will be responsible for spearheading the Center’s
fundraising efforts, including business capture through rigorous donor research,
oversight and coordination of proposals development, developing funder
information systems and managing funder relations.
Specific duties and responsibilities will include:
·
Review and implementation of the
development and fundraising strategy of the Center with particular emphasis on
unrestricted support, rolling out a capital campaign and domestic (within
Africa) fundraising;
·
Identification and cultivation of
diverse range of funders including foundations, governments and individuals.
This will include prospect research, development of new relations and
maintenance of existing ones;
·
Support processes of identifying
partners for joint bids and provide the necessary due diligence. For partners
funded through Center grants, the position will ensure that robust contracts
are developed and continuous monitoring is done to ensure that partners meet
their deliverables;
·
Provide oversight on grants
management and other development activities ensuring that timely and quality
reports are sent to funders as per grant requirements. The Development Manager
will provide leadership and direction to the unit staff who include an M &
E Officer and Development Officer;
·
Collaboratively work with program
leaders to ensure funders’ requirements are met in program implementation;
·
Offer support to program staff in
managing and developing competitive proposals in response to funding
opportunities, especially with respect to documentations and meeting the
requirements of the call;
·
Grow the Centers fundraising
footprint across the region and in doing so strengthen the corporate brand;
·
Work with the Program Leaders and the
Policy Engagement and Communications division to ensure that funders are
appraised on Center’s progress in the various programs.
Education Qualifications
·
A Masters degree in a relevant field.
Experience, Knowledge and Qualifications
·
A minimum of 10 years of relevant
progressive experience in international development with demonstrated senior
management experience in fundraising and grants management;
·
Experience in implementing donor
programs is desirable;
·
Solid understanding of the proposal
development process and project management systems;
·
Demonstrated ability to prospect,
cultivate and manage new funders.
Skills and Abilities
·
Strong relationship management skills
developed through prior experience;
·
Strong interpersonal, communication
(written and oral) and facilitation skills;
·
Editorial skills and experience;
·
Proven ability to motivate and
coordinate multiple stakeholders;
·
Demonstrated ability to multi-task in
a highly dynamic environment.
If you believe you qualify for this
position, please send your CV to resumes@interviewupconsulting.com
All applications should be received
by Monday 28th, November 2016 before 5pm.
Only
qualified candidates will be contacted.