Resource Mobilization and Business Sustainability Manager at UMATI December, 2019

Reporting to: Executive Director

Personal Profile

• Degree in Business management, Economics, Marketing, community development, Program management, Project Planning and development, , or related areas.
• At least 5 years’ experience planning, managing and implementing projects (with a track record in resource mobilization and fundraising, especially in the not-for-profit sector)
• Experience in working with volunteers on governance related issues would be value added advantage Knowledge, Skills and abilities
• Knowledge of/experience with policy/advocacy and communications, and how to successfully incorporate them into resource mobilization efforts
• Organize Fund raising activities
• Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills in developing relationships of mutual trust and partnership with internal and external partners and stakeholders; experience in building coalitions.
• Organize and make follow up of all KABIU business issues related to tenants in all KABIU buildings.
• Prepare contracts to for all KABIU tenants and ensure the payments are done timely as per contracts agreements.
• Participate in writing project proposals to enhance the sustainability of UMATI
• Strong supervisory skills and demonstrated experience managing and coaching individuals and teams for achieving results
• Ability to work individually and across the organization; excellent teamwork skills
• A self-starter, with good judgment, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to changing needs and priorities
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks simultaneously with little direction
• Knowledge of Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights is desirable
• Willing and able to travel extensively within on UMATI business

Key Tasks

• Implement a resource mobilization strategy for UMATI
• Execute Resource Mobilization plan by assisting in identifying new donor prospects and deepening relationships with existing donors
• Support in proposal writing and follow up with donors
• Serve as principal proposal coordinator and writer for all proposals (solicited and unsolicited)
• Collate information and produce reports for KABIU Board meetings
• Support learning environment, share information and maintain confidentiality
• Proactively keep abreast to changes in the economic environment to ensure that the fundraising strategy and plan has resonance and is up-to-date
• Follow up on the implementation of recommendations and agreements reached by KABIU Board
• Undertake other assignments as defined or as directed by your Supervisor