Fundraising Strategy and Resource Mobilization
- Develop and execute a comprehensive resource mobilization strategy.
- Identify and engage potential donors, funding agencies, and partners.
- Research and track funding trends relevant to STI policy and technology transfer.
- Leverage AI-powered fundraising tools for prospect research, grant matching, and donor analytics.
- Develop innovative financing mechanisms to diversify income sources.
Grant Writing and Proposal Development
Working closely with researchers and the Directorate of Research and Innovation
- Lead the development of high-quality funding proposals and concept notes.
- Coordinate proposal writing processes, including budgeting and partner engagement.
- Ensure alignment of proposals with donor priorities and organizational goals.
- Utilize AI-assisted proposal writing tools to enhance efficiency and quality.
Donor Engagement and Relationship Management
Working closely with the Directorate of Communications, Outreach and Partnership
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with donors, development partners, and grant-making institutions.
- Represent the organization at donor meetings, networking events, and funding forums.
- Provide timely updates and reports to donors on program impact and financial accountability.
- Use AI-driven Customer Relationship Management and donor management platforms for engagement tracking and impact reporting.
Project Monitoring, Evaluation, and Reporting
Working closely with the Directorate of Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning
- Oversee the monitoring and evaluation (M&E) of grant-funded projects.
- Utilize AI-powered M&E tools to track project outcomes, identify trends, and improve program performance.
- Ensure that AI-based dashboards and data visualization tools are used for real-time project monitoring.
- Support research team to prepare high-quality technical reports using AI-enhanced document analysis tools, ensuring accuracy and compliance with donor requirements.
Grant Management and Compliance
- Working closely with Directorate of Finance and Administration
- Ensure compliance with donor requirements, reporting guidelines, and funding agreements.
- Monitor grant-funded programs and provide guidance on financial and programmatic accountability.
- Work closely with finance and program teams to track grant performance and reporting.
Capacity Building and Team Support
- Train and support staff in resource mobilization, donor engagement, and AI-driven grant management.
- Develop knowledge-sharing tools and best practices in fundraising and project reporting.
- Provide strategic advice to senior management on funding opportunities and digital transformation in fundraising.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Bachelor's and Master’s degree in finance, Business Administration, Economics, and STI related fields.
- At least 5 - 7 years of experience in resource mobilization, grant writing, and fundraising for NGOs.
- Proven track record of securing donor funding from foundations, bilateral/multilateral agencies, and private sector partners.
- Strong understanding of grant compliance, donor reporting, and financial accountability.
- Experience using AI-driven fundraising tools (e.g., prospect research platforms, AI grant writing tools, donor analytics software, and CRM systems).
- Excellent writing, communication, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to build and manage relationships with donors, partners, and stakeholders.
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