Grants and Fundraising Officer at Peridot Forte Solutions Consulting

Job Summary

• The ideal candidate must have a knack for selling, can penetrate the Private and Public Sector doors to successfully pitch our projects and also has valuable experience in business writing, presentation and budget management skills
• The candidate must also understand donor psychology and able to organize small and large fundraiser events.

Responsibilities

• Meet all fundraising needs and income projections within set timelines
• Work with the NGO Fundraising Committee to implement fundraising plan for the Foundation
• Attract, build and develop relationships with new and existing corporate donors to secure long term funding for various projects
• Manage a mixed portfolio of funders or grantors to best practice standards; ensuring reporting deadlines are met, terms and conditions for grants are satisfied, grant income is collected efficiently when due and donor retention remains an ongoing priority.
• Liaise with other teams to develop communication materials for fundraising purposes
• Identify and apply for funding opportunities available locally and internationally.
• Maintain communication and build networks with potential and current donor agencies.

Requirements

• First Degree with minimum of 3 years experience in a Non-Profit Organization or in a similar role writing of funding or business proposals.