Foundation Manager at Arkounting Business Concepts Limited

Job Responsibilities

• Prepare reports, lists and track progress of campaigns monthly
• Run weekly reports for the Fund
• Schedule and update Foundation meeting agenda with current numbers and list of major donors
• Manage and report correspondence with donors
• Serve as a reliable expert on procedures for processing contribution, including gift contributions; and bank deposits
• Enter data into the Foundation’s database, produce thank you notes/receipts and reports for annual and campaign gifts
• Import, enter, record and update biographical and event information, including but not limited to donor information, actions and notes in an accurate and timely manner
• Work with Foundation President to plan donor events/visits, and prepare information packs
• Answer questions, facilitate planned gifts (along with the Foundation President) and attend at least one planned giving seminar a year
• Identify and submit new grant proposals for potential institutional donors
• Write grant proposals and follow-up reports to target partner foundations and institutions
• Work with Marketing to create new flyers and execute specialized projects
• Analyze budget forecasts
• Assist Foundation President in preparation of annual Foundation budget
• Understand and remain consistent with confidentiality laws of any and all donor information

Job Requirements

• 2-5 years of relevant experience such as: event planning; program administration, financial reporting, administrative assistance and scholarship administration. Experience in a nonprofit organization is a plus.
• Educational background in a relevant field
• Demonstrated ability to be a well-organized self-starter with the ability to work autonomously and effectively within a team
• Track record of making and executing decisions
• Ability to plan, multi-task, set work priorities, track projects with detail and meet deadlines whilst maintaining confidentiality
• High regard for quality and accuracy, attention to detail, excellent organizational and time management skills
• High level of interpersonal skills
• Ability to communicate effectively through written and oral mediums
• Excellent public speaking and listening skills
• Demonstrated ability to solve problems using analytical and reasoning skills
• Fluency in computer applications, including Microsoft office and Google suite.
• Social media savvy; familiarity with social media and how to leverage its use
• Tech savvy; good use of collaboration tools such as Slack