Head of Fundraising Strategic Partnerships Job Placement – Ndejje University

Organization: Ndejje
University
Duty Station: Uganda
Reports to: Vice Chancellor
About US:
Ndejje University is private, multi –campus, Christian university in
Uganda. Established in 1992, Ndejje University is the oldest privet university
and the fastest growing in Uganda. In 1995 the university gained its status
under the ownership of six church of Uganda dioceses in Buganda Region in what
is known as “Ndejje university Foundation consortium”. The consortium is
registered as Company limited by Guarantee, not having share capital.
Job Summary: The Head of
Fundraising Strategic Partnerships will develop and implement a fundraising
strategy and work to agreed fundraising targets.  The incumbent will ensure the smooth
development and implementation of NDU‘s fundraising. S/he will lead a team and
collaborate with all units in the university, including regional hubs. The
position may require some international travel
Key Duties and
Responsibilities:  
  • Formulate and execute a fundraising
    strategy with KPIs
  • Identify and close funding opportunities
    with foundations, governments and intergovernmental organizations.
  • Oversee and prepare proposal, grant
    submissions, budgets, log frames, evaluations and reports in coordination
    with relevant staff, oversight throughout the period of the program
  • Build networks and liaise with current and
    potential donors and partners- close collaboration with the Vice
    Chancellor and Deputy Vice Chancellor throughout application and
    implementation of programs; demonstrate understanding of sustainability
    reporting, sustainable development and innovation
  • Establish and track against growth targets
    across the fundraising team.
  • Manage pipeline and deliver monthly report
    of fundraising and implementation of ongoing programs
  • Manage and motivate the fundraising team.
  • Build strong relations internally across
    all departments



Qualifications, Skills and
Experience: 
  • The applicant must hold an appropriate
    Master’s Degree.
  • At least five years’ experience in concise
    proposal writing, program evaluation and donor reporting.
  • Excellent track record in fundraising and
    multiyear partnerships, especially with in governmental and
    intergovernmental organizations
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and
    deliver a fundraising strategy and implementation plan and to meet or
    exceed fundraising targets.
  • Be familiar with fundraising networks-
    nationally and internationally.
  • A talented and dedicated people manager,
    with  a strong interest in growing
    and developing a team
  • Excellence in building and managing
    relationship; be a strong network.
  • A good communicator and experienced
    presenter, highly persuasive and ability to inspire.
  • Excellent inter-personal skills and an
    ability to represent GRI at all levels and in different cultural settings.
  • Knowledge of the fields of sustainability
    reporting, sustainable development and innovation.
  • Grasp of funding mechanism such as ODA,
    innovation funds and foundation funding schemes.
  • Goal and deadline drive; proven track
    record to deliver in time against the highest possible quality.
  • Highly organized with an ability to work
    independently whilst presenting strong teamwork skills.
  • Excellent social skills, friendly and easy
    to approach working style.
  • Strong financial and budgeting capability
  • Excellent written and verbal presentation
    skills in English, German, Swedish, Spanish, Dutch or French language
    skills would be an advantage.
  • Able to work in an international and
    multi- cultural setting.
  • Affinity with the mission and vision of
    NDU would be an advantage.
How to Apply:
All suitably qualified and interested candidates should send their
handwritten or typed applications (6 copies), detailed CV, photocopies of
supporting and verified academic documents, names and address of 3 referee (one
of whom should be a church leader) and telephone contacts to the University
Secretary, Ndejje University – Main Campus, P.O. Box 7088, Kampala.
Deadline: 1st July
2017

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