Resource & Partnerships Assistant
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International Transformation Foundation (ITF) is seeking a Resource & Partnerships Assistant in Nairobi to support fundraising, grant proposal development, donor engagement, and resource mobilization. The role is a full-time volunteer position requiring a minimum six-month commitment, targeting candidates aged 18–30 with an interest in nonprofit growth and partnerships.
- Full-time volunteer role with no salary; volunteers cover own accommodation and transport
- Minimum six-month commitment required
- Age requirement: 18–30 years
- Focus on fundraising, grant writing, donor reporting, and partnership development
- Degree or diploma in PR, Communications, Business, Marketing, Development Studies, or related field preferred
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- PreferredPractical evidence in hospitality, internship, FundraisingThe tags and summary point to skills connected with this role.
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Original source description
- In conjunction with the Secretary General, the Resource Mobilizer will be responsible for generating both financial and non-financial resources to sustain ITF’s operations and programs.
- Primary
Responsibilities
- Identify and prepare grant proposals and develop other fundraising strategies for projects and office expenses.
- Develop a funds generation and resource mobilization work plan and oversee its implementation.
- Maintain ongoing engagement with supporters, ensuring transparency on project progress, impact, and financial accountability through personalized communication and detailed reports.
- Expand ITF’s supporter base by leading structured fundraising campaigns.
- Mobilize non-financial resources from private sector entities, individuals, and corporate partners.
- Coordinate agreements connected to funding opportunities and ensure timely submission of reports and grant renewals.
- Monitor donor reporting and grant expenditure deadlines, preparing high-quality narrative and financial reports in collaboration with relevant teams.
- Contribute to the production of the ITF Newsletter with a focus on resource mobilization updates.
- Keep ITF’s fundraising and resource mobilization records up to date.
- Strengthen ITF’s fundraising strategies through independent research and benchmarking against larger nonprofit organizations.
- Candidate Specifications
- Must be between the ages of 18 – 30.
- Must commit to a minimum of six months full-time service.
- Strong interest in fundraising, partnerships, communications, and nonprofit growth.
- Highly motivated and passionate about supporting communities, with a genuine interest in career development in the nonprofit sector.
Education
- Background
- A degree or diploma in Public Relations, Communications, Business Administration, Marketing, Development Studies, International Relations, or a related field is desirable.
- Candidates with strong demonstrated
Experience
in fundraising, writing proposals, or mobilizing resources will also be considered, even if they do not hold a formal qualification in the above fields.
Compensation
Although ITF Volunteer staff enjoy limitless opportunities, ITF does NOT provide any form of compensation. ITF staff operate on a full-time volunteer basis. Volunteers are responsible for their own basic expenses, such as accommodation and transport to the office. ITF provides direct operational expenses only, such as transport to meetings, field visits, and official operations.
Qualifications
BA/BSc/HND
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