Corporate & Individual Giving Fundraisers at SOS Children’s Villages

SOS Children’s Villages Ghana seeks to employ a suitably qualified or experienced candidate to fill the position of Corporate & Individual Giving Fundraisers.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for supporting the implementation of the organiastion’s corporate fundraising strategy and plan
• Support the organisation in driving the development of sustainable corporate fundraising partnerships and building win-win relationships
• Create a suite of attractive fundraising products and developing bespoke funding proposals to meet the corporate needs and interest of the organisation
• Support in generating corporate fundraising activities and securing income in alignment with the organisation\’s strategic goals
• Build, promote and support long-term partnerships with local donors
• Research and analyse trends in the corporate fundraising world to inform management decision making
• Ensure the availability of quality communication materials tailored for corporate fundraising through impact reporting and specific marketing channels focused on the business community
• Develop positive working relations and build effective networks to identify potential partner’s support in the area of fundraising
• Responsible for supporting the implementation of the organisation’s fundraising strategy
• Identify local funding opportunities and applications or other forms of local income (such as donations in kind and government subsidies)
• Act as role model and promote the organisation’s child rights safeguarding policies

Qualification Required & Experience

• A minimum qualification of first degree or equivalent qualification, preferably in Business Development, Marketing, Sales / Public relations or communications. 2nd Degree will be an added advantage
• 5 years minimum relevant experience with at least 3 years experience in fundraising or Marketing/sale
• Versatile communication skills that can be effective at all levels. Ability to speak some local languages is desirable
• Excellent computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite)
• Should be strategic thinker, with expert experience in organsation, planning and negotiation skills
• Should be result oriented, capable of networking and building relationships with knowledge of varying donor types and ability to deal with a wide range of clients and donors
• Ability to driving income growth and moving the organisation towards self-sufficiency and financial independence.

Location: Accra

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