Communication & Funding Manager

Reports to  : CEO

Scope:

To manage the implementation of the funding strategy and the communication initiatives of the organization.

Key Areas of Responsibilities

?Identify and research potential funding opportunities.
?Procure funding for the various initiatives.
?Liaise with media for profile-raising purposes.
?Communication Management.

Specific Roles and Responsibilities

Fundraising Coordination

?Develop a funding strategy with the assistance of the corporate strategy team.
?Researching and identifying potential donors.
?Prepare funding proposals and presentations to potential donors and key stakeholders.
?Manage the partners? databases and communicate with current donors/Partners.
?Co-ordinate the fundraising committee (where applicable).
?Stay up to date on the local and global factors that may affect the funding initiatives.
?Establish links with other potential partners and statutory bodies.

Communication Management

?Develop and maintain a comprehensive communications plan in line with the brand strategy.
?Ensure that the organization?s communications tactics are aligned to the business and brand objectives.
?Integrating online and offline strategies into the overall communications strategy.
?Maintaining strong relationships with communications and PR partners e.g. media houses etc.
?Manage event planning and campaigns as needed.

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