Vacancy title:
The Resource Mobilization & Fundraising Technical Advisor

[Type: FULL_TIME, Industry: Nonprofit, and NGO, Category: Accounting & Finance]

Jobs at:
Volunteer Service Overseas (VSO)

Deadline of this Job:
Wednesday, October 29 2025

Duty Station:
Kenya | Nairobi | Kenya

Summary
Date Posted: Wednesday, October 15 2025, Base Salary: Not Disclosed

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JOB DETAILS:

• The Resource Mobilization & Fundraising Technical Advisor must be capable of working remotely while supporting Resources Mobilisation and Fundraising technical supports to Civil Society Groups (CSGs) to strengthening their capacity in resources mobilisation, attracting and managing grants and other kinds of funding.  
• As part of the global volunteer network, this volunteer role acts as a resource person, providing targeted and flexible technical supports to the in-country CSGs, offering regular coaching, mentoring and building their capacity to develop business strategies and fundraising plan for pursuing funding opportunities aligned with their values and priorities.  
• This role works alongside local accompanier volunteers, VSO team and partners to tailor support to each CSG’s context, readiness, and common issues/priorities - to enhance their capacity for financial sustainability and resource mobilisation helping them to become self-reliant and self-sustaining. 

Ideal Applicant Summary

Competencies and Behaviour

• Experienced in fundraising for grassroots organisations, resource mobilisation, proposal development, and partnership building in civil society.
• Skilled in co-creating and adapting technical resources for diverse literacy, digital access, and inclusion needs.
• Strong understanding of donor power dynamics and commitment to locally led development and equitable partnerships.
• Knowledgeable in local fundraising, philanthropy, and community mobilisation.
• Worked with youth networks, women’s groups, and disability associations in Kilifi, Makueni, and Turkana. Proficient in facilitation, coaching, and creating inclusive, safe spaces both in person and remotely. Committed to VSO’s values, safeguarding, and Code of Conduct.

Work Hours: 8

Experience in Months: 12

Level of Education: bachelor degree

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