Grant writer / Fundraiser
Function description:
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Develop fundraising programs
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Monitor progress of fundraising activities
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Identify and build relationships with potential donors
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Compile or develop materials to submit for granting
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Identify grant opportunities for specific projects
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Identify grant opportunities for organizational development
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Grant writing and application on behalf of our organization
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Research prospective donors
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Create a strong fundraising message that appeals to potential donors
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Conduct fundraising strategies for the organization
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Organize a campaign or event that will lead to soliciting donations
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Maintain records of donor information for future use
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Evaluate the success of previous fundraising events
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Develop strategies to encourage contributions
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Recruit sponsors, participants or volunteers for fundraising events
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Secure commitments of participation or donation from corporate donors
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Prepare materials for charitable events
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Create or update donor databases
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Establish fundraising or participation goals
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Explain the tax advantages of contributions to potential donors
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Write and send letters to donors
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Write reports or prepare presentations to communicate fundraising program data
Required competencies for this role:
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You have diverse academic background
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2 years experience with fundraising, preferably within an NGO environment
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Experience in document and data gathering for application of grants
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You require impeccable communication skills in order to communicate the message of our organization
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Personable and self-standing individual
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You are detail-oriented as you will deal with various data, including lists of people’s names and phone numbers, whilst complying with regulations
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Leadership skills and project management skills
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Organizational skills. You will manage campaigns and events that require planning and organizational skills to succeed
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Fluent in English