Business Development and Partnerships Officer at Future4All Malawi

Future4All Malawi is a Local Non-Governmental Organisation operating in Ntcheu District working in Education, Early Childhood Development, Livelihood Improvement, Health, and Environmental Restoration since 2019.

Future4All Malawi committed to child protection and safeguarding invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill vacant positions available at its offices in Ntcheu:

Job Title:      Business Development and Partnerships Officer

Reports to:   Executive Director

Location:      Ntcheu

Duration:      1 year contract – renewable

 

Job Overview:

The Business Development and Partnerships Officer will be responsible for building an increasingly, diversified network of resource partners including development partners, corporates, academia, policy-makers, philanthropists and foundations. The officer will target partners who share in the vision of FUTURE4ALL MALAWI and provide funds, technical support and other forms of collaboration to meet the current and future needs of FUTURE4ALL MALAWI.

The post holder will also be responsible for establishing and promoting the brand of FUTURE4ALL MALAWI locally, regionally and internationally, raising awareness about the organization’s work at various forums and ensuring transparency and regular information sharing with the public.  He/she will be a strategic thinker with strong understanding of various media sources and the development sector. This role is responsible for providing leadership in the resource mobilization strategy in response to the emerging opportunities and challenges.

 

KEY RESULT AREAS 

• Develop and implement Resource Mobilisation Strategy.
• Produce Resource Mobilisation Plans and Reports.
• Research and identification of relevant resources includes identify Request for Proposals (RFPs) and Request for Applications (RFAs), guide and coordinate responses.
• Achieve appealing proposals and concepts and effective communication with donor focal points.
• Includes being FUTURE4ALL MALAWI’s focal point for resource mobilisation and sustainability activities.

 

KEY ACTIVITIES

• Facilitate the development of a FUTURE4ALL MALAWI Resource Mobilization Strategy that includes securing new, diverse and additional resources for FUTURE4ALL MALAWI. The strategy should respond to FUTURE4ALL MALAWI’s funding needs.
• Conduct and develop a 5-year funding needs assessment for FUTURE4ALL MALAWI.
• Develop a Resource Mobilization Manual that includes standard operating procedures and processes; and defines the direction of resource acquisition and utilization, approvals and follow-up.
• Conducting research on potential donors/partners such as trusts, foundations, companies, and high-net-worth individuals. This includes proactively identifying funding opportunities, as soon as or ideally before they become public knowledge constantly scanning the horizon, networking and soliciting donor intelligence, and sharing information on donor profiles (policies, preferences, geographical focus).
• Draft appealing proposals and concepts to diverse sources, including development partners, corporations, academia, policy-makers, philanthropists, and foundations.
• Produce Resource Mobilisation Plans and Reports as per stipulated periods and requirements.
• Includes close working relations with the Finance team in the development of appropriate budgets.
• Developing, managing, and updating Friends of FUTURE4ALL MALAWI databases to record their contacts and preference information; Maintaining a network of corporate contacts and effectively managing and maximizing these relationships.
• Develop and Strengthen Partnerships for Joint Proposal Writing especially with credible organizations in the country. Includes registering with relevant fund raising associations.
• Organize resource mobilization events for example, Donor Round Tables.
• Build staff capacity on resource mobilization at all levels, including development of tools and skills to aid staff in resource mobilization. This will also include, internally building a case for Resource Mobilization by sensitizing staff on the proposition for mobilizing resources.
• Maintain relations with donors and ensure they are consistently and timely informed on important operational Issues. This includes effective communication with donors’ focal points and being FUTURE4ALL MALAWI’s focal point for resource mobilisation and sustainability activities

 

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Communication, Marketing, Public Relations, Social Science, International Development or any related field.
• Minimum 5 years of demonstrated experience in developing fund-raising strategy and institutional resource mobilisation, understanding of the development sector and grants management. A proven track record of fundraising from major donors, corporate and foundations.
• At least 5 years’ experience in NGO Sector.
• Proven competence in written and spoken English, Good writing and editorial skills.
• Proven skills in developing and writing successful funding proposals
• Have high energy, confident presenter who is able to engage people and get them to commit funding/and or to partnering with FUTURE4ALL MALAWI.
• Strong organizational and time management skills. Also, very strong networking skills and excellent interpersonal relationship skills

 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This position may require occasional travel to project sites, meetings, conferences, and events within and without the country.
• Flexibility to work outside of regular office hours to achieve organizational goals within the stipulated timeframe.

 

Method Of Application                                        

Cover letters and up-to-date Curriculum Vitae stating postal, email addresses and contact numbers plus contact details of three traceable referees not later than Friday, 20th September 2024 should be sent to the following address:

The Executive Director

Future4All, P.O. Box 400,

Ntcheu.

Email: [email protected]

Applications received after the closing date will not be accepted.

 

Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (SEA) is a regrettable and pervasive issue with far-reaching and devastating consequences for its victims. At Future4All we are steadfast in our belief in the dignity and respect of every individual. Safeguarding against any form of harm and abuse is our paramount concern. Our objective in implementing this policy is to cultivate a culture of accountability, transparency, and trust. Our Prevention from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) policy underscores the importance of all individuals connected to our organization adhering to the highest ethical standards. It is imperative that we all comprehend our roles and responsibilities in preventing SEA, and that we work collectively to establish an environment where individuals can report incidents without fear of reprisal.

Future4All is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified women are encouraged to apply. Only shortlisted applicants will be acknowledged