Grants, Business Development & Partnership Specialist at Meadow Hall

Job Summary

• The Grants, Business Development & Partnership Specialist will lead fundraising efforts, to secure strategic partnerships, and manage grant processes for a non-profit organization dedicated to equipping young people across Africa with the skills, knowledge, and resources to become visionary leaders.
• In this role, you will be responsible for identifying and securing funding opportunities, building strong relationships with donors and partners, and driving business development initiatives.
• The ideal candidate is proactive, resourceful, and experienced in grant management, business development, and partnership-building.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, apply for, and manage grants, ensuring compliance with donor requirements.
• Develop compelling grant proposals, reports, and funding applications.
• Build and maintain relationships with donors, funding agencies, and corporate partners.
• Develop and implement strategies to drive revenue growth through partnerships and business development.
• Research and identify new funding opportunities and alternative revenue streams.
• Collaborate with internal teams to align fundraising efforts with organizational goals.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Funding Growth – Increase in funding from grants, partnerships, and business development activities.
• Proposal Success Rate – Percentage of submitted proposals that result in funding.
• Partnership Development – Number of new strategic partnerships formed.
• Donor & Partner Engagement – Frequency and quality of engagement with funding agencies and partners.
• Compliance & Reporting – Timely and accurate grant reporting, ensuring full compliance with donor requirements.

Requirements

• Interested candidates should possess a B.Sc Degree
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in grant management, business development, and partnership building.
• Proven track record of securing funding through grant writing and fundraising.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong analytical and research abilities to identify funding opportunities.
• Ability to work independently in a hybrid work environment.