HIAS Refugee Trust of Kenya (HRTK) – Kenya Office
Vacancy Notice
Job title: Grants/ Development Officer
Country: Kenya – Duty Station, Nairobi
Vacancy Description
Job Description and required qualifications
(Important Note - Position open to Kenyans only)
HIAS Refugee Trust of Kenya (HRTK) seeks a grants/development Officer to help develop its fundraising
portfolio for both public and private donors. Under the supervision of the Country Director, the incumbent will
perform the following functions:
DONOR PROSPECTING:
• Diversify and expand HRTK’s current funding sources by identifying new donor opportunities of
strategic and technical interest to HRTK;
• Identify new mechanisms for cultivation and solicitation of individual, corporate, foundation or other
donors, and cooperation with complementary efforts of HIAS HQ towards this same goal;
PROPOSAL WRITING
• In coordination with HRTK and HIAS HQ, prioritize funding targets, and initiate, advance and oversee
fundraising efforts including proposal writing and submission, solicitation of grants, corporation/
foundation funds, charity or other events;
• Create a reservoir of project proposals for future use.
PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT
• Monitor donor strategies and funding opportunities, identifying ways in which HRTK can best contribute
according to core competencies and technical staff;
• Coordinate preparation of a matrix of potential donors and prepare an analysis of upcoming RFAs , RFP
and unsolicited proposals;
• Develop and manage donor database system and integrate with other agency operations;
• Steward a portfolio of prospects and donors at the $25,000 level and above; and
• Overhaul HRTK proposal templates and standard language and maintain up-to-date capability
statements.
CAPACITY BUILDING
• Together with HIAS HQ, HRTK Trustees and Country Director, develop and strengthen the HRTK
board;
• Support and capacity build HRTK staff in resource mobilization including grant cycle management ;
REPORTING
• Follow up on report writing and liaison for current grants including U.S. State Department awards.
• Liaise with finance team and operations staff to ensure proper reporting on existing and incoming funds;
• Oversee composition and review of high-level funding reports.
Skills and competencies
• Exceptional knowledge of non-profit business development and resource generation;
• Proven ability to raise funds from government, regional and local institutions, conduct donor
meetings, donor-field visits etc. ideally in an NGO setting;
• Excellent organizational, management and computer skills;
• Strong communication, strategic and leadership skills;
• High ethical standards, accuracy and a heart for the underprivileged
• Experienced in international relief and development
• Excellent writing, presentation and research skills, and superior attention to detail; Interest in
and knowledge of international affairs or related fields;
• A high degree of initiative and demonstrated ability to handle multiple time-sensitive tasks
simultaneously in a fast-paced environment; and
• • Ability to reach fundraising targets and motivate others to achieve targets
Education
• At least a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Master’s degree a plus
Experience
• 5-7 years professional experience including 3-5 years in fundraising, with a strong preference
for major gifts experience and previous exposure to the private sector and/or corporate giving.
Knowledge of refugee sector a plus.
Languages
Proficiency in English. Working knowledge of Swahili and/French an added advantage
Closing date 11th July 2012
How to apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to recruitment.hiaskenya@gmail.com Indicate Vacancy Notice No
HRTK/KEN/GPO/06/12 in the subject line.
Important: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will lead to immediate disqualification. Late
applications will not be considered
Vacancy Notice
Job title: Grants/ Development Officer
Country: Kenya – Duty Station, Nairobi
Vacancy Description
Job Description and required qualifications
(Important Note - Position open to Kenyans only)
HIAS Refugee Trust of Kenya (HRTK) seeks a grants/development Officer to help develop its fundraising
portfolio for both public and private donors. Under the supervision of the Country Director, the incumbent will
perform the following functions:
DONOR PROSPECTING:
• Diversify and expand HRTK’s current funding sources by identifying new donor opportunities of
strategic and technical interest to HRTK;
• Identify new mechanisms for cultivation and solicitation of individual, corporate, foundation or other
donors, and cooperation with complementary efforts of HIAS HQ towards this same goal;
PROPOSAL WRITING
• In coordination with HRTK and HIAS HQ, prioritize funding targets, and initiate, advance and oversee
fundraising efforts including proposal writing and submission, solicitation of grants, corporation/
foundation funds, charity or other events;
• Create a reservoir of project proposals for future use.
PORTFOLIO DEVELOPMENT
• Monitor donor strategies and funding opportunities, identifying ways in which HRTK can best contribute
according to core competencies and technical staff;
• Coordinate preparation of a matrix of potential donors and prepare an analysis of upcoming RFAs , RFP
and unsolicited proposals;
• Develop and manage donor database system and integrate with other agency operations;
• Steward a portfolio of prospects and donors at the $25,000 level and above; and
• Overhaul HRTK proposal templates and standard language and maintain up-to-date capability
statements.
CAPACITY BUILDING
• Together with HIAS HQ, HRTK Trustees and Country Director, develop and strengthen the HRTK
board;
• Support and capacity build HRTK staff in resource mobilization including grant cycle management ;
REPORTING
• Follow up on report writing and liaison for current grants including U.S. State Department awards.
• Liaise with finance team and operations staff to ensure proper reporting on existing and incoming funds;
• Oversee composition and review of high-level funding reports.
Skills and competencies
• Exceptional knowledge of non-profit business development and resource generation;
• Proven ability to raise funds from government, regional and local institutions, conduct donor
meetings, donor-field visits etc. ideally in an NGO setting;
• Excellent organizational, management and computer skills;
• Strong communication, strategic and leadership skills;
• High ethical standards, accuracy and a heart for the underprivileged
• Experienced in international relief and development
• Excellent writing, presentation and research skills, and superior attention to detail; Interest in
and knowledge of international affairs or related fields;
• A high degree of initiative and demonstrated ability to handle multiple time-sensitive tasks
simultaneously in a fast-paced environment; and
• • Ability to reach fundraising targets and motivate others to achieve targets
Education
• At least a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Master’s degree a plus
Experience
• 5-7 years professional experience including 3-5 years in fundraising, with a strong preference
for major gifts experience and previous exposure to the private sector and/or corporate giving.
Knowledge of refugee sector a plus.
Languages
Proficiency in English. Working knowledge of Swahili and/French an added advantage
Closing date 11th July 2012
How to apply
Please send a cover letter and resume to recruitment.hiaskenya@gmail.com Indicate Vacancy Notice No
HRTK/KEN/GPO/06/12 in the subject line.
Important: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Canvassing will lead to immediate disqualification. Late
applications will not be considered