The Hunger Project (THP) is a global, non-profit, strategic organization committed to the sustainable end of world hunger. THP believes in a world where every woman, man and child can lead a healthy, fulfilling life of self-reliance and dignity; and works towards that goal by pioneering sustainable strategies for gender-focused and Integrated Community Led Development, which is the process of working together to create and achieve locally owned visions and goals. THP-E is implementing projects in rural areas of Ethiopia since 2004 and currently recruiting full time staff for the position:

Position Summary

The Partnership Building & Resource Mobilization Manager (PBRMM) is responsible for promoting and gaining support for The Hunger Project Ethiopia’s work among the global and local investors/ donors and strategic audiences. The PBRMM is responsible for the development, coordination and execution of fundraising & communication strategies that align with THP-E’s overall strategy and objectives. She/He will be accountable to the THP-E Country Manager (CM) and closely work with THP Global and Partner Offices to raise support for the organization through various fundraising channels.

Detailed Responsibilities

Planning:

• Lead the development and periodic update of the partnership building & fundraising strategy of The Hunger Project Ethiopia.
• Work with THP-E Leadership Team and develop and implement annual partnership building & fundraising plan to maximize revenue opportunities.
• Explore and provide input on funding and sector trends to ensure that THP-E is well positioned to meet its strategic plan.
• Conduct a periodic pipeline analysis and presentations to CM and THP Leadership Team to refocus on strategic financing and growth.
• Work with Country Leader to strategically identify and develop partnership with major donors and other CSOs and networks/consortia.

Fundraising:

• Identify and track relevant upcoming funding opportunities and inform relevant THP-E Leadership Team by conducting advance information gathering, partner relationships, and other available resources.
• Lead THP-E fundraising activities, coordinating with the CM, Program Manager, and relevant technical leads; and develop & submit compelling and tailored funding concepts and proposals.
• Manage open solicitations and other proposal submissions, including teaming discussions and pitching strategy, oversight of and contribution to design and cost proposal, capacity statements, and internal review/quality control processes as per set timelines.
• Implement online fundraising appeals including developing the campaign messaging with Communication & Advocacy Officer and engaging support across multiple channels.
• Support fundraising events and other individual giving activities as needed.
• Build and maintain pipeline of prospective major donors and partners.
• Ensure fundraising & communication activities are budgeted and monitor budgets and spending.

Communication, Partnership Building & Networking:

• Lead THP’s communication activities and ensure alignment and support to the partnership building and fundraising efforts.
• Establish long standing and successful relationships with key partners through conducting stakeholders mapping and developing strategies to build relationships.
• Lead the in-country stakeholder mapping, prioritization and develop strategies for networking.
• Scan the donor landscape and identify opportunities for new strategic prospects within core donor set; and support development and management of strategic partnership, in liaison with the THP-E Programs and Grant Finance and Budget Managers.
• Provide appropriate stewardship with funders with an aim of building long term funding relationships.
• Setup and support implementation of capacity-building and strengthening activities within THP-E Office, while at the same time fostering lateral learning.
• Coordinate THP-E fundraising and other partnership events as needed.

Represent THP-E interests at relevant meetings, events, and within resource mobilization or donor-specific peer networks.

Internal Collaboration & Coordination:

• Contribute to the THP’s business development database and tracking of relationships.
• Collaborate with THP’s Global and Africa Region Communications units to ensure we have effective partner journeys, care, and stewardship.
• Collaborate with Global THP and Partner Countries on creative fundraising campaigns including reactivation and upgrading campaigns.
• Work with Global THP fundraising officers to ensure we have appropriate policies, procedures, and processes in place to maximize resources and impact.
• Work with THP Global and Partner countries to re-engage past donors and partners of THP-E and keep the existing investors and partners.
• Answer emails and general inquiries from THP Global and Partner Countries and donors in relation to funding in pipeline and other partnership issues.

Reporting:

• Coordinate funding acquittals calendar and liaise with internal team to ensure to complete funding acquittals to all resource/funding partners.
• Track fundraising income, administer all fundraising data and ensure accurate records are maintained.
• Contribute to Bi-annual THP-E NAC reports on fundraising activities including pipeline and tracking against budget.

Volunteers:

• Coordinate the recruitment and manage skilled communications and marking volunteers & interns.
• Maintain pro bono support for selected activities including from knowledge institutions and THP-E NAC members.

Additional responsibilities:

• Conduct related tasks assigned by the Country Manager.
• Complete tasks on time and in accordance with expectations.
• Work constructively and collaboratively with other members of the THP Global and local team.
• Develop career goals and initiate career conversations with THPE Country Manager.
• Undertake relevant training as required and agreed with THP-E Country Manager.

Term of Employment: One year, with a possibility of extension

Duty Station: Addis Ababa

Required Number: One

Salary & Benefits: Competitive

Education:

• Minimum Required: Master’s degree in social sciences, development studies or any other relevant fields.
• Preferred: Master’s degree as above plus professional certification in project cycle management or proposal writing or similar skills is highly desirable.

Work Experience (Minimum needed)

• Minimum Required: six years of proven experience in the development sector, in project cycle management, business development and consortium approaches to programming, and good understanding of international government donor rules, preferably in a nonprofit or international organization context.
• Preferred: proven fund-raising track record in non-profit setting with remote team structure, and experience in a fast-paced environment with a small team.

Competencies Needed for Job Performance

• Experience working with and designing bilateral and multilateral donor funding mechanisms, policies, and procedures.  
• Knowledge and experience in partnership building and fundraising concepts and practice in the development sector, preferably NGOs.
• Capacity building skills and providing technical support and guidance.
• Structured, quality-oriented, and solution-oriented approach to work.
• Independent, outgoing personality with high professional & social competence and diplomatic skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a deadline-driven environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments, cultures, and time zones.
• Very good knowledge & skill of English language (written and spoken).

Willingness to adhere and commit to THP’s Code of conduct, Values and Safeguarding Policy

To apply, send non-returnable copy of CV with a letter of motivation, indicating the position you want to apply, to the postal address: “The Hunger Project Ethiopia, P.O.Box 27397/1000, Addis Ababa” or email: thp.ethiopia@thp.org Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for interview. If you need further information, please call 0111 267950/267151.

Qualified women are encouraged to apply.