Private Funding Manager

We are looking for an experienced and driven individual to lead on developing and implementing engagement and fundraising strategies to enhance and grow contribution and grant revenue from Commit Global’s current and prospective donors.

Requirements

• Between 3 to 5 years of experience in grant writing or grants management;

• Experience working with private donors including commercial donors and foundations

• Demonstrated analytical and persuasive writing skills experience, including ability to convey complex information in a clear manner to a diverse audience;

• Ability to operate in an international setting

• Is a very organized and proactive individual

• Strong fluency in English. Fluency in any other language is a plus.

• Excellent attention to detail, organizational and project management skills;

• Excellent people skills;

●      Strong interpersonal, networking, and diplomacy skills;

●      Able to demonstrate an ‘all-hands-on deck’ attitude when needed;

●      Willing to go ‘above and beyond’ for the beneficiaries’ needs and best interests, when required;

●      Able to work under tight and occasionally shifting deadlines;

●      Able to work fruitfully and professionally with multiple cultures and professions;

About the job

• Work closely with the Director of Partnerships

• Lead on grant proposal development and submission for private donors including commercial donors and foundations—preparing and organizing materials for proposals, and submitting and monitoring grant applications

• Maintain grant compliance and reporting, including outcome measurement and grant budgets—taking responsibility for meeting high standards of effectiveness, timeliness, and completeness

• Identify, build and maintain close relationships with relevant national, regional and international stakeholders

• Participate in and actively contribute to international events and high-level forums

We offer:

• The opportunity to work on strategic, large scale programmes;

• The opportunity to build and grow in an international organization;

• An amazing community of professionals supportive of your goals;

• A safe and inclusive work environment;

• A competitive salary;

• The opportunity to develop a diverse range of skills.