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FUNDRAISER OFFICER/RESOURCE MOBILIZER

Apply before: Friday, January 5, 2024

Reference #: TMT/ADV/01/2023

BACKGROUND

The Mango Tree Orphan Support Trust-Kenya (TMT-Ke) is a duly registered organization operating within Homa-Bay County in Western Kenya. Committed to fostering community development, the organization employs a holistic approach across diverse projects. These initiatives aim to transform the community by prioritizing the education of vulnerable children, fostering economic resilience through livelihood projects, empowering women and girls, and promoting environmental conservation. TMT-Ke is seeking to recruit qualified and competent individuals as Resource Mobilizer.

SCOPE OF THE JOB (Fundraiser /Resource Mobilizer Officer. Ref:TMT/ADV/01/2023)

Under the direct supervision of the Country Director and supported by the management team, organize details of all activities related to resource mobilization and fundraising for the organization. She or he will use expertise and experience in communication and a keen sense of initiative to identify fundraising opportunities, organize fundraising events, write funding proposals, and concept notes, create marketing and promotional activities for the organization, and develop relationships with existing donors.

Key Responsibilities 

• Develop and implement a fund-raising strategy program or plan. Responsible for the development and implementation of the organization's annual and semi-annual fund-raising plan with clear objectives per project.
• Plan fundraising initiatives to help the organization meet financial goals: Organize fundraising events and activities and create a forum for marketing the organization 
• Recruitment of sponsors, and volunteers and maintaining relationships with the existing donors: As a fundraiser, you will be responsible for identifying potential donors and volunteers locally and internationally aligned to thematic areas of interest. This includes keeping  donor database and contacts.
• Research development and identification of potential profiles: As a researcher, you will research what is in line with the organizing policies and develop concept notes for pitching and funding from foundations, government agencies, and other funding sources.
• Spot new fundraising opportunities: identify highly networked persons for partnerships.
• Stay updated on fundraising trends, best practices, and legal requirements related to charitable giving.
• Other responsibilities include: editing all communications to donors and partners, preparing policy briefs, manage website and social media contents for effect publicity and communication.

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in communications, business, public relations, or related field
• Certification, diploma, or similar qualification in fundraising
• Experience in writing grant proposals, press releases, and fundraising letters
• Competence with donor management systems
• Confidence in public speaking

Required skills 

• At least 5 years of experience in fundraising, sales, or marketing
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to prioritize workload and demonstrate deliverables/outcomes.
• Passion for research
• Proven experience in fundraising, donor relations, or a related role
• Familiarity with the non-profit sector and understanding of the challenges faced by orphans and vulnerable children in the community
• Knowledge of fundraising software and tools
• Creativity in developing engaging fundraising campaigns
• Passion for the organization's mission and commitment to making a positive impact
• Strong organizational and project management abilities
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft suite)
• Excellent knowledge of English, both spoken and written

Interested suitable candidates are invited to submit their application letter and updated CV stating full name, email and telephone contacts of three referees to hrm@themangotreekenya.org quoting the reference number of the position applied for, to be received on or before 5th January 2024.

Only the short-listed candidates will be contacted.

 

TMT-Ke is an Equal Opportunity Employer!

FUNDRAISER OFFICER/RESOURCE MOBILIZER

Apply before: Friday, April 19, 2024

Reference #: TMT/ADV/01/2024

                                                                                                                                        RE-ADVERTISEMENT

BACKGROUND

The Mango Tree Orphan Support Trust-Kenya (TMT-Ke) is a duly registered organization within Homa-Bay County in Western Kenya. The organization is committed to fostering community development and employs a holistic approach across diverse projects. These initiatives aim to transform the community by prioritizing the education of vulnerable children, fostering economic resilience through livelihood projects, empowering women, and promoting environmental conservation.

TMT-Ke is seeking to recruit qualified and competent individuals to fill the following positions:

FUNDRAISER OFFICER                                                                TMT/ADV/01/2024

JOB SUMMARY

Reporting to the Country Director, the Fundraiser Officer will be able to use his/her expertise and experience in communication and a keen sense of initiative to identify fundraising opportunities, organize fundraising events, write funding proposals, and concept notes, create marketing and promotional activities for the organization, and develop relationships with already existing donors.

Key Responsibilities 

• Develop and implement a fund-raising strategy program/plan: Responsible for developing the organization's annual and semi-annual fund-raising plan with clear objectives per project.
• Recruitment of sponsors and volunteers and maintaining relationships with existing donors: As a fundraiser, you will be responsible for identifying potential donors and volunteers locally and internationally aligned to thematic areas of interest. This includes keeping donor database and contacts.
• Plan fundraising initiatives to help the organization meet financial goals. Organize fundraising events/activities and create a forum for marketing the organization 
• Research and development and identification of potential profiles: As a researcher, you will research what is in line with the organizing policies and develop concept notes for pitching and funding from foundations, government agencies, and other funding sources.
• Spot new fundraising opportunities: identify highly networked people for partnerships.
• Stay updated on fundraising trends, best practices, and legal requirements related to charitable giving.

Education Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in communications, business, public relations, or related field
• Certification, diploma, or similar qualification in fundraising
• Experience in writing grant proposals, press releases, and fundraising letters
• Competence with donor management systems
• Confidence in public speaking

Required skills 

• At least 5 years of experience in fundraising, sales, or marketing
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
• Passion for research
• Proven experience in fundraising, donor relations, or a related role
• Familiarity with the nonprofit sector and understanding of the challenges faced by orphans and vulnerable children in the community
• Knowledge of fundraising software and tools
• Creativity in developing engaging fundraising campaigns
• Passion for the organization's mission and commitment to making a positive impact
• Strong organizational and project management abilities
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft suite)

Interested, suitable candidates are invited to submit their application letter and updated CV stating full name, email, and telephone contacts of three referees to hrm@themangotreekenya.org quoting the reference number of the position applied for, to be received on or before 19th April 2024.

Only the short-listed candidates will be contacted.

 

                                                                                                    TMT-Ke is an Equal Opportunity Employer!

Director Strategic Partnership

Apply before: Saturday, January 25, 2025

Reference #: TMT/ADV/02/2024

The Mango Tree School for Girls is seeking a Director of Strategic Partnerships to lead the fundraising efforts for the school.  IndySchool Consultancy is leading this search.  For more information or to apply, please get in touch with Tim Viands, President of IndySchool Consultancy, at tim@indyschoolconsultancy.com

 This position is remote and can be part-time.