Fundraising Manager ActionAid-Zimbabwe 2016
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
The main purpose of this position is to plan, implement, coordinate, review and monitor fundraising activities (mainly focusing on institutional donors, private foundations and individuals) throughout the organisation with the overall objective of diversifying the funding base of the ActionAid Zimbabwe Country Program in line with its current Strategic Plan for 2014-2018. The position will be required to provide overall leadership and supervision in planning and implementation of programs in liaison with sponsorship activities through effective, strategic and operational management of funding relationships and systems and ensure a funding mix that is stable, diversified, pro poor and flexible to meet the resource needs of the Country Program.
KEY PERFOMANCE AREAS
The Project Manager will develop and implement resource mobilization policies, strategies, tools and action plans in line with ActionAid frameworks. He/she will also provide guidelines, technical advice/support and strategic direction on fundraising from various sources including statutory, high value and individual donors. The manager will spearhead proposal/concept note development, verification, submission and monitor and review impact/effectiveness of resource mobilization structures and strategies. He/she will facilitate the implementation of donor intelligence mechanisms and influence development aid architecture. Facilitate Organizational Learning & Knowledge Management to cultivate a fundraising culture within the organization.
Please note that a detailed Job Description will be made available to shortlisted candidates upon request.
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE
• Degree in Marketing and/or Communications, Economics, International Relations, Social Sciences, or related field from a recognized tertiary institution.
• A specialised post-graduate qualification and/or training in Marketing and/or Communications, Business Studies, Project Management, Economics, Statistics or other relevant field will be an added advantage.
• 5 years’ demonstrable experience in a similar position at management level and at least 2 years’ experience working in an
NGO/INGO OTHER COMPETENCIES
Demonstrated in-depth understanding of programming issues and resource mobilization, including proposal development, donor reporting and managing donor relations and donor contracts.
Demonstrable experience of raising funds from institutional or other high value donors (i.e. private foundations and individuals)
Strong marketing, communication and negotiation skills and ability to write concise reports Ability to work with minimum supervision, but as part of a team
Class 4 Drivers’ License
SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS
Please submit a maximum of 3 page Curriculum Vitae and motivational letter clearly addressing the key performance key areas highlighted in the advert to the attention of Human Resources to26 Divine Road, Milton Park, Harare. Alternatively, applications may be emailed tojobs.zimbabwe@actionaid.org. Please ensure your envelope or email subject clearly readsFundraising Manager/Ref: Advert-Empl/16-05.
NB: Whilst all applications received will be assessed strictly on their individual merits, qualified women are especially encouraged to apply. Due to the anticipated volume of applications, we regret that we can only respond to shortlisted candidates.