Jitegemee Part-Time Consultant / Grant-Writer Job in Nairobi Kenya

Organization: Jitegemee Children’s Centre
 Position: Part-Time Consultant / Grant-Writer
 Location: Nairobi, with occasional trips to Machakos
 Hours: Flexible and negotiable
 Reports to: Mike Kimeu, Program Director of Jitegemee Children’s Centre
 Liaises with: Stafff of three teachers and American volunteers
 Effective date: November 1, 2012

Organization:

Jitegemee is a grassroots nonprofit organization serving street children in Machakos, Kenya. 

We are currently constructing a new educational center, library and computer lab which will expand our services and the population we serve.

Purpose of the position:

To help build administrative capacity in Kenya and assist our director on a number of fronts, including grant-writing, professional development and public relations.

Responsibilities include:

Working closely with our director to develop a fundraising strategy inside Kenya, including assisting in identifying new donor opportunities of strategic interestWorking closely with our director to write grants and to help develop a fundraising portfolio of public and private donors Work closely with our director to procure in-kind donations, such as cement and mabatiWork closely with our director to coordinate publicity, public relations materials and event planning associated with the unveiling of the new buildingAssisting the director to establish and manage an efficient system for keeping track of grant proposals, deadlines, submissions and required reports to donors.Assisting the director to develop and strengthen local governance, including recruiting trusteesWork with director to help train staff on aspects of fundraising and involve them in the grant-writing process.Competencies, Skills and Attributes:Strong communication, strategic and leadership skills;High ethical standardsDesire to give destitute youth a chance at education and opportunityRespect for the poor Ability to work as a team with people from diverse backgroundsGood writing skills and superior attention to detailComputer literacy in Microsoft word and ExcelA high degree of self-motivation, personal initiative and resourcefulnessZero tolerance for corruptionAbility to reach fundraising targets and motivate others Willingness to travel occasionally to MachakosAt least a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. 5 years professional experience including 2 years in fundraising and grant-writing Knowledge of street children a plus.Proficiency in English, Swahili needed. Kikamba an added plusCompensation:

Compensation will be commensurate with the normal practice of  grassroots organizations and with the candidate's experience. 

We hope to bring on board a candidate that believes in our mission, and who is ready to grow along with our existing team.

To Apply

Email a cover letter, a resume, and two writing samples to:  Farah Stockman at farah@jitegemee.org by Friday, October 26th.