Resource Mobilization & Fundraising Assistant at Devatop Centre for Africa Development

Position Summary

• The Resource Mobilization & Fundraising Assistant Lagos will support the implementation of Devatop’s business development and partnership strategy in Lagos.
• The role involves assisting in donor mapping, proposal coordination, partnership outreach, and facilitating engagement with prospective board of supporters and private sector stakeholders.
• The Assistant will work closely with the Head of Business Development to ensure strategic positioning and visibility for Devatop’s work in the Nigeria.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in identifying and profiling potential donors, supporters, and corporate partners within Lagos.
• Support in organizing donor and board of supporter engagement activities, meetings, and follow-ups.
• Participate in drafting and customizing introductory emails, proposals, concept notes, and presentation materials as needed.
• Maintain communication with existing and prospective partners in Lagos, under the guidance of the business development (BD) Unit.
• Coordinate logistics for business development-related events and meetings in Lagos.
• Provide timely updates, field reports, and documentation of BD-related activities to the Abuja BD unit.
• Help monitor trends and opportunities relevant to Devatop’s themes (TIP, GBV, youth empowerment, civic-tech).
• Work closely with the communications team to amplify Devatop’s visibility to Lagos-based donors and stakeholders.
• Maintain a contact database and engagement tracker of all business development activities in Lagos.
• Perform other relevant duties as assigned by the Head of Business Development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Development Studies, Business, Social Sciences, Communications, or related fields.
• Minimum of 1 - 2 years’ experience in fundraising, partnerships, or nonprofit programming.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good writing and presentation skills, especially for proposals and donor communication.
• Familiarity with Lagos business and nonprofit networks is an added advantage.
• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.

Core Competencies:

• Results-oriented and proactive
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to build relationships with external stakeholders
• Passion for youth development, human rights, and civic advocacy
• Adaptability and team spirit.

Salary
N150,000 - N180,000 monthly depending on experience.