Project Manager and Fund Raiser
Summary
A dual project-management and fundraising role in Lagos: the hire researches prospective donors, writes grant applications and fundraising proposals, plans and executes fundraising campaigns and events with volunteers, and manages budgets while tracking progress toward financial goals.
Objectives of this role
- Promote awareness of the organization’s mission and work
- Cultivate a network of dedicated donors and volunteers
- Spot new fundraising opportunities
- Plan fundraising initiatives to help the organization meet financial goals
- Form strong relationships with external stakeholders
- Ensure major donors are satisfied and kept in the loop
Responsibilities
- Research individuals, corporations, and foundations that are interested in gift giving
- Effectively convey the organization’s mission, vision, and programs to potential donors
- Write grant applications and fundraising proposals
- Strategize and successfully execute fundraising campaigns
- Organize fundraising events while overseeing teams of volunteers
- Manage a budget and track whether goals are being met