Plan International is an independent development and humanitarian organization that advances children’s rights and equality for girls.
Resource Mobilization Coordinator
JOB ORGANIZATION CONTEXT
If you are proactive, demonstrates record of creativity and entrepreneurship and acts with a high degree of professionalism Plan International Malawi would like to hear from you. We believe in the power and potential of every child. Working together with children, young people, our supporters and partners, we strive for a just world, tackling the root causes of the challenges facing girls and all vulnerable children. We support children’s rights from birth until they reach adulthood. We drive changes in practice and policy at local, national and global levels using our reach, experience and knowledge. We aim at to reach as many children as possible, particularly those who are excluded or marginalized; with high quality programs that deliver long lasting benefits by increasing its income, working in partnership with others and operating effectively.
PURPOSE OF THE POST
Reporting to the Business Development Manager the purpose of the role is to operationalize the resource mobilization and sustainability strategy for Plan International Malawi.
In line with the Country Strategy and the income target for Plan International Malawi set in the country resource mobilization strategy, the incumbent will be responsible to expand and diversify the institutional donor portfolio as well as the corporate donor base. The post holder will work proactively with National Organization (NOs) in the Plan Federation, to identify and win appropriate grant opportunities by ensuring the timely and quality delivery of successful grant proposals.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Master’s Degree in relevant field.
- Five years of professional experience spent in a resource. mobilization in the development and humanitarian sector.
- Demonstrated track record of writing project proposals and obtaining grant funding for development projects from institutional donors.
- Experience in coaching, training and facilitation.
- Experience in identifying and developing fund raising opportunities.
- Experience of working with children and communities and managing child-related program and projects would be an advantage.
How to Apply:
Qualified candidates can access the detailed ToR and apply online through the following link.
Plan International Malawi is an equal opportunity employer and all interested, qualified and capable candidates regardless of their status are greatly encouraged to submit their applications before the close of business on 31st July, 2017.
