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Position: Resource Mobilisation Coordinator
Department: Programmes & Projects
Place of Duty: Nairobi, Kenya
The National Team Coordinator – Resource Mobilisation supports DSW Kenya secure and diversify its resource base in order to achieve its goals in line with the organizational strategic plan.
Reporting to the Programmes & Projects Manager, the Resource Mobilisation coordinator will be in-charge of resource mobilization activities, including but not limited to identification of funding opportunities and proposal development in the DSW Kenya Country Office.
S/he will work closely with the Country Director and the DSW Project Staff.
- Develop innovative approaches in mobilizing resources for the organization
- Initiate and establish relationships with donors at the country and international level and lead in programmes that will facilitate this
- Research and analyse donor calls for proposals including Expressions of Interest
- Identify funding trends and opportunities and maintain strong awareness of current issues in the field of development
- Identify proposal teams, outlining roles and responsibilities for each team member, oversee preparation of proposals, ensuring that proposals meet donor specifications and deadlines as well as DSW’s quality standards and manage consortia arrangements with partners for programme design and proposal development
- Support in developing of key messages for targeted resource mobilization activities
- Provide technical support and advice on grant proposal development to the programme team members
- Track and make follow-ups on status of submitted proposals.
Minimum Requirements
- University degree in Development studies, or related field. A Masters degree is desirable
- Proven track record in resource mobilization at local and international levels with minimum five years of relevant professional experience in a multi-national and multi-donor environment
- Exceptional English writing and editing ability (both technical as well as persuasive and diplomatic writing) is required
- Excellent computer skills and knowledge; use of virtual office applications is an added advantage
- Good budgeting skills and use of advanced Excel
- Excellent networking and partnership building skills
- Demonstrable knowledge in project management
- Dynamic, self-motivated, team player with ability to work independently
- Exceptional interpersonal communication skills and ability to foster open communication
Applications (CV and cover letter stating relevant experience and salary expectations) with “Resource Mobilisation Coordinator” clearly indicated in the subject line should be sent ONLY to vacancies@dswkenya.org
Closing date for applications is midnight 26th March 2015.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
DSW is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to employ and assign the best qualified personnel regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability or sexual orientation.
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