Siyazisiza Trust recrute un Rédacteur de subventions

Study and understand the history, structure, objectives, programs and financial needs of the organization;

Identify & research new government, corporate, foundation and private funding prospects;

Works with appropriate personnel to research, develop, write and submit letters of inquiry,

concept papers and grant proposals;

Draft grant proposals and supporting documents based on the funding requirements of the organization;

To become familiar with the budget requirements of the organisation and its programmes to eventually lead on the development of this for inclusion within submitted proposals;

Submit proposals to grant coordinators for approval while following all requirements and deadlines for grant applications;

Respond to internal and external queries on drafted and submitted proposals;

Maintain positive relationships with fund providers and other stakeholders and responsibility for grant schedules and tracking grants;

Inform Co-CEO: Programmes on the progress of all grants and issues that may arise with each grant; Develops and maintains a master file on pending grants and contracts;

Meets regularly with Co-CEO: Programmes to discuss current and new funding needs;

Coordinates and follows-up on the progress of submitted proposals;

Generates revenues for Siyazisiza’s programs through timely submission of well-researched, well written and well-documented grant proposals;

3 to 5-years of experience as a successful grant writer;

+5-years of experience in fundraising and/or business development within the non-profit sector;

Ideally, but not essential, experience in rural socio-economic development;

Previous grant budget development and management;

A proven record of securing major grants with certifiable references;

Knowledge of grant application process, scoring criteria and funding cycles;

Previous grant application, submission, approval and management of funds

An appropriate Bachelor’s degree or other relevant tertiary qualification in marketing, public relations or other relevant field.

Ability to work effectively under pressure;

Excellent writing, editing and verbal skills (Fluency in English)

Be highly organized with the ability to implement systems and follow-up processes;

Proficiency in research, interpreting, and analyzing diverse data;

Excellent Computer skills (Microsoft Office Word, Access, PowerPoint and Excel), and database management skills;

Motivated self-starter with the ability to work collaboratively and independently with purpose and accuracy;

Proven track record of lead generation and raising sizeable amounts of funding;

Track record of writing effective proposals

Driver’s license.