One of our clients in the non-profit space who in the last 3 years has been at the forefront of advocating and addressing Humanitarian & Basic Needs Crisis such as Socioeconomic Crisis, Safety & Protection Crisis, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Crisis, Health Crisis, Nutrition Crisis, Clothing & Shelter Crisis etc of the poorest and most vulnerables in the society currently requires the services of a Volunteer & Commission- based Partnership & Fund Raising Officer to join her Team

Job Title: Volunteer Partnership & Fund Raising Officer

Location: Lagos

Type: Part Time / Full Time

*Fundraising Strategy and Research*

• Working with Executive Director to plan and implement an effective fundraising strategy.

• Identify funding opportunities and prospects by conducting in-depth research as required to identify for example Heads of CSR and Marketing Departments, the size of their respective budgets and their giving strategy / focus.

• Conduct market insights into the corporate, foundation and public sector donors in Nigeria

• Secure meetings with potential donors.

• Raise funds for the organization.



*Fundraising Delivery Including Communications*

• Make contributions/inputs towards funding proposals and applications

• Follow up with donor prospects via telephone calls, Whatsapp & emails

• Responsible for delivering of physical hard copies of applications and proposals to relevant potential donors, partners, individuals and corporates

• Develop relationships with old and new donors; deliver fundraising pitches where necessary

• Responsible for closing deals with donors, partners, individuals and corporates on behalf of the foundation.



*Records and Account Management*

• Maintain a current database of potential donors and partners

• Process draft contracts for relevant partnerships ensuring they capture all elements of the partnerships and outline clearly all partner responsibilities and benefits.

• Monitoring of contract database to ensure up to date records at all times.

• Responsible for account management and benefits delivery to donors and partners.

• Follow up on invoicies and payment schedule from partners and donors.



*Key Relationships*

• To form key relationship with relevant corporate institutions, Government, Foundations and Individuals.



*Other Qualities*

• Ability to work independently and remotely with little or no supervision.

• Ability to take initiative/self starter.

• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work effectively base on schedules.

• Entrepreneurial spirit and ability to follow through.

• Excellent presentation skills and interpersonal skills.



*Qualifications*

• B.Sc / HND in relevant course

• Minimum of 3 years cognate experience



*Skills And Knowledge*

• Knowledge of Microsoft office.

• Ability to work with Google Drive

• Social Media proficiency

• Tech Savvy



*Fundraising Skills*

• Knowledge of sponsorship and partnership funding landscape in Nigeria.

• Knowledge of trends and best practice in sponsorship and partnership fundraising.



*Communication Skills*

• Writes clearly and persuasively taking into account audiences’ requirements.

• An ability to present credibly (both in writing and orally to internal and external stakeholders.

• Strong organisational and research skills.



*Experience*

• Experience of research and identifying funding opportunities.

• Experience of working with corporate sponsors.

• Experience of working with donor agencies.



*Mode of Application*
Forward your resume via Whatsapp to: 07068383208

*Application Closing Date*
16th November, 2019