Chief Manager, Development (Fundraising)
Job Summary
Reporting to the Director
of University Advancement & Partnership, the Chief Manager, Development
will spearhead the University development strategy as part of its strategy to
expand and diversify its revenue streams.
Key Responsibilities/Tasks
Strengthen the capacity of
USIU-Africa to harness the non-tuition income of the University.
Develop, implement, and
monitor policies, plans, strategies, and outputs.
Manage a diverse and
innovative portfolio of development (fundraising) programs.
Manage the development (fundraising) team and work closely with Alumni Relations, Partnerships and External Linkages, Schools, and other University stakeholders.
Maintain a database and
monitor all University non-tuition revenues.
Work with staff and
volunteers to ensure that all fundraising activities are consistent with the
overall mission and policies.
Develop, implement, and
monitor effective use of the departmental budget.
Any other responsibilities
assigned by the supervisor.
Educational /Professional
Qualifications and Experience
Master’s degree in
business-related studies, Communications, or International Relations from an
accredited university.
Seven years experience in
fundraising, preferably in higher education settings
Demonstrated management
experience of at least five years in multi-level and cross-cultural relations
in an international environment.
Member of the Kenya
Association of Fundraising Professionals or equivalent.
Skills and Competencies
Grant writing.
Relationship management
skills.
Strong negotiation skills.
Organizational skills.
Good interpersonal skills.
Good computer, CRM, and
database skills.
Management skills.
Strategic planning
experience.
Budget forecasting and
monitoring experience.
Demonstrated ability to
effectively manage staff.
Results-oriented.
Able to deliver to strict
deadlines.
Decision making
Strategic decisions.
Tactical Decisions.
Problem-solving
Relationship management.
Conflict resolution.
How To Apply
Send
your application to jobs-dvcasa@usiu.ac.ke
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