Strategic objective 2: To resource mobilize from trusts and foundations. (30% of total fundraising target)
To achieve this objective the fundraiser will
Create a database of trust and foundations whose thematic focus align with CBM Kenya’s work. This database will be included in the donor scoping tool/document.
Plan to provide timely responds to calls for proposals from identified trusts and foundations led by the fundraising manager with support from other staff.
Train board members and staff (CBM Kenya & CBM Global) on how to engage in fundraising from trusts and foundations. One of the main entry points for raising money from trust and foundations is usually person-to-person relationships.
Invest time in creating relationships with trusts and foundations through one-on-one meetings (both online and physical).
Strategic Objective 3: To establish funding relationships and partnerships with corporates aiming to raise both financial and in-kind resources – (10% of total fundraising target).
To achieve this objective the fundraiser will
Research and identify corporates whose funding themes aligns with CBM Kenya’s work and develop a corporate database.
Cultivate interest of corporates in our work and aim to establish long-term funding partnerships. He/she will start with corporates that are CBM Kenya’s business partners e.g., staff pension managers and suppliers.
Invite identified corporates to attend CBM Kenya’s events, project activities or visit our beneficiaries as a way of interesting them to connect to our work.
Stewardship – Continuous communication with corporate through social media, sharing reports and impact stories.
Strategic Objective 4: To strengthen CBM Kenya’s fundraising function through improved communication, fundraising network engagement, continuous learning, and staff skills enhancement**
To improve the fundraising function of CBM Kenya, the fundraiser will:
Develop CBM Kenya marketing tools such as organizational profile, videos, branded folders, pamphlets, fliers, and newsletters and use them to promote CBM Kenya’s work.
Enhance our communication through CBM Kenya social media platforms and regularly update our stakeholders and donors about our work, programs, and plans.
Revamp CBM Kenya’s website to ensure it is attractive and has latest information about our work, programs, and achievements.
Supervision of communication Intern who will support our communication and public relation work.
Subscribe online platforms that provide alerts on new funding opportunities aligned to CBM Kenya’s work such as Funds for NGO.
Explore possibilities of joining professional fundraising networks e.g., East Africa Philanthropy Network (EAPN) and Kenya Association of Professional Fundraisers (KAPF).
Provide regular training to staff to have a better understanding of fundraising and their roles.
Requirements:
Over 6 years demonstrated experience of fundraising from institutional donors, trusts, foundations, and corporates.
Relevant academic qualifications with excellent writing skills.
Ability to work well in a diverse team environment as well as independently.
Ability to multi-task under tight deadlines.
Send your application letter and resume to info@cbmkenya.org by COB 21st December 2022.
Apply via :
info@cbmkenya.org