Oxfam Novib Regional Institutional Funding Manager Job in Nairobi Kenya

Vacancy: Regional Institutional Funding Manager - Oxfam Novib
 

Base: Nairobi Kenya
 

Contract Type: National One Year With possible extension
 

Objective of the position: The Regional Institutional Funding Manager for HECA covers 8 countries (DRC, Uganda, Sudan, South Sudan, Burundi, Rwanda, Somalia and a Pan Africa wide programme. 

The role will coordinate and support fundraising initiatives in the HECA region as well as information management and monitoring. 

Identify and mobilize new sources of income for the HECA region, by applying a strong entrepreneurial approach and supporting countries where Oxfam Novib works.
 

The Role:

• Coordinate all fundraising initiatives for Oxfam Novib in the HECA region, including assessing funding proposals before they are signed off. 
• Analyse concept notes, proposals and reports on consistency, completeness, and presentation, relevance to the donor and on the correct compliance with the donor’s demands. 
• Consolidate and coordinate all management information related to external funding for the HECA region, both for management, reporting and monitoring purposes. 
• Identify opportunities for fundraising with institutional donors, foundations and the private sector. 
• Assist and advise country teams on addressing contract management and compliance issues and to alert the Regional Director of important issues and risks. 
• Coordinate with other Oxfam affiliates.

What we are looking for:

• University degree in international relations, development studies or other relevant social or business studies, 
• Have at least 5 years of work experience in the field of development cooperation and fundraising. 
• Experience with identifying fundraising opportunities preferably for NGOs and a good track-record of successfully acquired funding and donor-compliant implementation of programmes.
• Have experience with preparing project proposals for institutional donor agencies, including the European Commission, ECHO and private foundations as well as experience with other main donors’ rules and regulations. 
• Relevant thematic specialization is an asset as is a strong background in programming and project management. 
• French language skills are essential, as well as the willingness and ability to travel regularly.

To Apply: If you believe you fit the job and person profiles please send your application to somaliajobs@oxfam.org.uk.

The closing date for applications 29th October 2014.