Reports to: Director of Fundraising and Communications, WWF-Kenya
Supervises: None
Grade: TBD
Date: September 2014
Major Function: Develop and implement a resource mobilisation strategy to grow income from within Kenya and maximise sources of income from WWF network offices and their external donors
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a fundraising strategy to grow income from within WWF Kenya based on research and knowledge of the most appropriate sources of income for the region
- Explore the partnership potential of strategic corporate engagements, working closely with the international corporate partnerships team to ensure corporate alliances are strategic as well as philanthropically aligned
- Build public sector partnerships with bilateral and multilateral agency offices and other agencies in Kenya, working with the relevant WWF offices who manage the parent relationships
- Develop and implement a strategy to grow income from major donors, including high net worth individuals and foundations from Kenya.
- Work closely with WWF network offices to identify potential donors (corporate, individual and foundation) from outside Kenya with an interest in Kenya and Kenya’s conservation programmes.
- Prepare high quality proposals and reports for prospective donors such approaches, in conjunction with the relevant WWF fundraising offices who manage the donor relationships; and work closely with conservation teams to ensure programme delivery and strong information flows
- Set fundraising targets in conjunction with the WWF Kenya Directors, monitor and manage performance on a quarterly and annual basis and report as required to WWF-Kenya SMT
Profile:
Required Qualifications:
- Minimum undergraduate university degree.
- At least five years’ experience in fundraising in at least one of the areas of: public sector partnerships, major donors, trusts/foundations or corporate fundraising.
- At least three years’ fundraising experience in an international setting, ideally with an INGO and with experience in Africa.
- Experience of creating and implementing a fundraising strategy for new markets
- Proven track record of generating significant gifts, preferably in the context of an international organisation
- Experience and expertise in developing relationships with institutional donors, high net worth individuals or corporations.
Required Skills and Competencies:
- Strong diplomatic skills with sensitivity to political and cultural issues.
- High ethical standards of behavior, good judgment, respect for others, confidentiality and attention to detail.
- Excellent writing and oral presentation skills in English and other required language(s) – see below.
- Demonstrable numerical and budgetary skills, including preparing fundraising budgets and proficient use of excel and spreadsheets
- Strong interpersonal and communicating skills in a multicultural environment.
- Thoroughness and attention to detail and strong analytical skills
- Energetic, proactive and capable of working independently as well as being an active member of the team.
- Flexible and creative with an aptitude for solving problems; positive attitude.
- Adheres to WWF’s values, which are: Passionate & Optimistic, Challenging & Inspiring, Credible & Accountable, Persevering & Delivering Results.
Working Relationships:
- Internal: Interacts regularly with other senior Fundraising, Programme, Policy and Management staff of Africa offices, WWF International and WWF network and donor offices; works closely with international support staff in fundraising, in particular Global Development Centre, Corporate Partnerships team, Fundraising Group, WWF International Development team
- External: Interacts with all types of partner and donors locally, regionally and internationally.
- Fundraising consultants and other suppliers as required.
This job description covers the main tasks and conveys the spirit of the sort of tasks that are anticipated proactively from staff.
Other tasks may be assigned as necessary according to organizational needs.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who wish to apply for the above position and who meet the above requirements should submit a cover letter and CV to: HResource@wwfkenya.org not later than 17th October 2014.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who wish to apply for the above position and who meet the above requirements should submit a cover letter and CV to: HResource@wwfkenya.org not later than 17th October 2014.
Kindly note that only shortlisted persons will be contacted.
WWF is an equal opportunity employer and committed to having a diverse workforce.