Job purpose:
This role will be tasked with raising funds for the organization from donors. You will be required to work in collaboration with partnerships, finance and business development functions among others. You will be required to manage, retain and acquire new funding opportunities for Generation Programme Kenya.
TO BE SUCCESSFUL YOU’LL NEED:
Knowledge, Qualifications and Experience
A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Finance, Business Administration, or Commerce is preferred
At 3-5 years of fundraising experience in a non-profit organization or a similar environment is usually required. This experience should include managing major grants, creating and implementing successful fundraising strategies and writing successful grant proposals.
Strong analytical skills to assess the effectiveness of fundraising strategies, analyzing donor data, and making informed decisions about fundraising initiatives.
Proficiency in using fundraising and donor management software, social media platforms, and other online tools
Skills and Abilities
Demonstrate high levels of integrity and aligned with Generation vision, mission, and values.
Strong data analysis and experience creating, managing and monitoring budgets
Proficient in MS Excel and financial modeling, as well as other Office 365 applications
Personal Qualities
Ability to explain complex ideas in easily accessible ways tailored to different audiences.
Commitment to own continuing personal and professional development.
Ability to thrive in a high-energy, fast-paced environment and will continually push yourself and others to raise the bar
Believe in our mission, that fulfilling employment can change lives, and are passionate about doing social good
Demonstrate high levels of integrity and aligned with Generation vision, mission, and values.
Other requirements
You are located in Kenya and speak and write fluent English.
Ability to travel frequently within Kenya, and potential occasional travel in the region and internationally.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
Roles & Responsibilities
Working with project teams to define the scope and budget for projects
Implementing the organization’s fundraising plan
Identifying fundraising opportunities and organizing fundraising campaigns
Researching on funding opportunities
Developing and managing budgets for fundraising activities
Preparing fundraising data and performance metrics across the set budgets
Writing of proposals and key fundraising documentation as and when need arises
Collaborating with other local and global Generation colleagues such as marketing, communications, partnerships, business development & innovation, finance and risk to ensure that fundraising efforts are aligned with organizational goals and messaging.
INTERESTED candidates please submit your applications to genkcareers@generation.org attaching your latest resume and application.Shortlisting / Interviews will be conducted until the position is filled. Kindly indicate in the Email subject: Fundraising Manager. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
Apply via :
genkcareers@generation.org
