Scope: Africa: Eastern and Southern Africa
Reports to: Head of Business Development
Position: Full time
Office: Hub East Africa or Hub Southern Africa.
Physical Office: Nairobi, Kenya or Harare, Zimbabwe
Job context
Hivos is an international development organization guided by humanist values. Together with citizens and their organizations, we aim to contribute towards just, inclusive and life-sustaining societies where people have equal access to opportunities, rights and resources. We work with partners in Africa, The Middle East, Asia and Latin America on three impact areas: Civic Rights in a Digital Age; Gender Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, and Climate Justice.
Hivos is seeking a seasoned Manager to join its Business Development team. In this role, the manager will use expert communication skills and a keen sense of initiative to spot fundraising opportunities, develop relationships with potential donors, and manage different outreach activities (presentation, events). By coordinating events, writing proposals, the fundraiser will hone speaking, writing, and leadership abilities while moving Hivos closer to its financial goals.
We look for a person with extensive experience to work with bi-and multi-lateral government donors and Foundations with a focus on the African continent.
The ideal candidate will be motivated, professional, and organized and have a knack for research/donor intelligence. We’re looking for someone who believes in the mission of Hivos and has exceptional drive for furthering our fundraising efforts as well as strategizing and delivering on new ones.
Objectives of this role
- Promote awareness of the organization’s mission and work
- Cultivate a network of dedicated donors and volunteers
- Spot new fundraising opportunities
- Plan fundraising initiatives to meet financial goals
- Form strong relationships with external stakeholders
- Ensure major donors, both foundations and government donors are satisfied and kept in the loop
Responsibilities
- Effectively convey Hivos’ mission, vision, and programs to potential donors
- Coordinate and lead Hivos’ proactive outreach towards donors focusing on the African continent
- Significant contributing to the financial target of Hivos
- Leading and guiding proposal/consortia teams
- Write and reviewing proposals
- Organize fundraising events in collaboration with program and communication colleagues
Required skills and qualifications
- At least six years of experience in business development, sales and marketing
- Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
- Excellent writing skills
- Technical knowledge and skills in Business development processes and procedures, both internal and external with donors.
- Pro-active attitude both internal and external towards (new) donors
- Ability to lead and motivate colleagues and external stakeholders
- Strong attention to detail
- Passion for research/donor intelligence
- Ability to successfully balance priorities while managing multiple tasks and planning events
Preferred skills and qualifications
- Masters in communications, business, public relations, or related field
- Competence with donor management systems
- Substantial and proves experience in writing successful grant proposals, press releases, and fundraising letters
- Confidence in public speaking
What we offer
We offer a stimulating work environment in a professional international organization with very dedicated staff. We offer a national contract based on Hivos local labor conditions, with remuneration commensurate with the experience and expertise. Contract renewable depending on performance.
- You are welcome to submit your application through the Apply button before the 16th September 2024 (GMT +2)
- You must submit both a letter of motivation/cover letter (maximum 2 pages) and resume/CV (maximum 3 pages) in English.
- Candidates are highly encouraged to provide a clear track record in their CV and description in cover letter that matches the requirements of the position elaborated above.
If you are selected, please note that professional references and a background check will be requested prior to making an offer.
Hivos is an equal opportunity employer and and encourages diverse candidates – such as women and LGBTQIA+ people, persons with disabilities, and persons from negatively racialized groups – to apply.
Hivos reserves the right to close the position before the application deadline if a suitable candidate is identified. Therefore, interested candidates are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
