Fundraising Manager at Greening Youth Foundation Africa

The Greening Youth Foundation’s (GYF) mission is to engage under-represented youth and young adults while connecting them to the outdoors and careers in conservation. GYF’s cultural-based environmental education programming engages children from local communities and exposes them to healthy lifestyle choices in order to create an overall healthy community.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Fundraising Manager

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time

Overview

• We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Fundraising Manager to join our organization in Lagos, Nigeria.
• As the Fundraising Manager, you will be responsible for developing and implementing fundraising strategies to secure financial support for our programs and initiatives.
• You will work closely with the executive team and the Director of Programs to identify funding opportunities, build relationships with donors and sponsors, and coordinate fundraising events.
• This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact and contribute to the growth and sustainability of our organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies to meet the organization's financial goals and objectives.
• Research and identify potential funding sources, including individual donors, corporate sponsors, foundations, and government grants.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with donors and sponsors, ensuring effective communication and stewardship to foster long-term partnerships. Build strong external and internal relationships.
• Prepare compelling grant proposals, sponsorship packages, and fundraising appeals to secure financial support.
• Plan and execute fundraising events, including donor cultivation events, benefit galas, and community engagement activities.
• Collaborate with the executive team to develop and execute fundraising campaigns, leveraging digital platforms and social media to reach a wider audience.
• Monitor and evaluate fundraising activities, tracking progress towards goals, and providing regular reports to management and the board of directors.
• Stay updated on industry trends, best practices, and legal requirements related to fundraising, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and ethical standards.
• Identify and engage with key stakeholders, including community leaders, influencers, and strategic partners, to expand the organization's network and support base.
• Supervise and mentor new or incoming fundraising team members and interns, providing guidance and support to enhance their fundraising skills and performance.
• Develop a plan with targets

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field such as Business Administration, Nonprofit Management, or Marketing.
• Proven experience in fundraising, donor relations, or related roles, preferably within the nonprofit sector as it relates to renewable energy, environmental education and conservation.
• Strong knowledge of fundraising techniques, strategies, and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with donors, sponsors, and other key stakeholders.
• Exceptional writing skills, with the ability to prepare persuasive grant proposals, sponsorship packages, and fundraising appeals.
• Experience in planning and executing successful fundraising events and campaigns.
• Proficiency in using digital platforms and social media for fundraising and donor engagement.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to track and evaluate fundraising outcomes.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with excellent organizational and time management skills.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume, cover letter, and any relevant fundraising samples or portfolios to: [email protected] using the job title as the subject of the mail.

Note: This position may require occasional evening and weekend work, as well as travel within Nigeria for donor meetings and events.