Fundraising Manager at Workforce Africa

Key responsibilities:

• Grant Sourcing: Identify and cultivate relationships with potential funders, including trusts, foundations, multilateral agencies, and philanthropic organizations.
• Project development: Engaging NGOs and others to include the organization in future funded programs as a project partner/sub-contractor; including co-developing project plans.
• Proposal Writing: Develop compelling grant proposals and funding requests, articulating our impact, vision, and funding needs to potential donors.
• Grant Management: Oversee the entire grant lifecycle, from initial application to reporting and compliance, ensuring alignment with donor requirements and organizational goals.
• Sub-contracting: Manage sub-contracting relationships for grants, ensuring effective collaboration and delivery of project outcomes.
• Equity and debt fundraising: Support the executive team with identifying leads, pitch planning and due diligence processes.

This job might be for you if you:

• Thrive in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments where innovation is valued.
• Have a keen ability to cultivate relationships.
• Would enjoy leveraging your experience and creativity to secure funding for life-changing sustainable innovations.
• Would like to revolutionize an industry and provide eyecare to those left out.
• Thrive in dynamic environments where innovation, collaboration, and social impact are at the forefront of organizational priorities.
• Are passionate about driving positive change and making a meaningful impact, embodying the mission and values of the organization.
• Are excited about the opportunity to contribute to the growth of a dynamic social enterprise.

And, are someone who has a(n):

• Proven experience in fundraising, grant management, and donor relations, with a minimum of 7 yearsof relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience fundraising for for-profit social enterprises or medical innovations is highly desired.
• Possess a proven track record of exceeding fundraising targets.
• Strong writing and communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling proposals and donor communications.