Job Description
The Resource Mobilization Officer is responsible for building an increasingly, diversified network of supporters, including institutional, corporate, donors / partners as well as other philanthropic institutions / individuals who believe in the work of Bible Translation and Literacy.
Responsibilities
Developing, implementing and monitoring fundraising strategies that includes yearly targets to meet the costs of the current and future programmes.
Approaching and raising funds from companies, trusts, partners/donors, and foundations within Kenya.
Conducting research on potential donors/partners such as trusts, foundations, companies and high net worth individuals, etc., finding a match with partners whose philanthropic or funding criteria match the organization’s, or its partners vision and activities.
Raising awareness of BTL and its work nationally.
Assisting in the preparation of project proposals for corporate and other funding agencies.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Institutional Fundraising, Marketing, Business Development, Development Studies, Economics, Social Sciences, or Business Administration.
Minimum four years of demonstrated experience in developing fundraising strategy and institutional fundraising.
Experience in writing winning fund raising appeals to companies, trusts, partners / donors, and foundations is essential.
In-depth exposure to the use of various media platforms such as print, electronic / online, and social media, for communication and brand building is desirable.
Prior experience / understanding of the development sector, is essential.
