Aga Khan University Hospitals in Karachi, Pakistan and Nairobi, Kenya are private, not-for-profit institutions providing high quality health care. The Main Hospitals serve as the principal sites for clinical training for the University's Medical Colleges and Schools of Nursing and Midwifery in Pakistan and East Africa. Our Vision of Aga Khan University Ho...

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Fundraising Manager, University Advancement

Job Type

Full Time

Qualification

BA/BSc/HND , MBA/MSc/MA

Experience

5 years

Location

Nairobi

Job Field

Project Management

Responsibilities

• Design and implement innovative fundraising strategies to meet and exceed annual revenue targets.
• Identify and cultivate prospects across key donor segments, including corporations, philanthropic foundations, High Net Worth individuals and families, private sector financing networks, and digital fundraising opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong, productive relationships with existing and prospective donors, aligning their philanthropic goals with our mission.
• Plan and execute engaging fundraising events that deliver impact and success to potential donors.
• Develop and pitch compelling fundraising materials (proposals, presentations, reports) that communicate our needs and impact effectively.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to create targeted outreach initiatives for donor engagement and retention.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on fundraising performance metrics, adjusting strategies to achieve objectives.
• Lead and mentor a team of fundraising professionals and volunteers, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence, including support to Corporate Committees across the region.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field. Postgraduate qualifications (Masters) and professional qualifications in Fundraising, Philanthropy or Advancement is an added advantage.
• 5 years’ experience in fundraising, marketing, funding and financing in health and education training and service provision.
• Proven track record in fundraising, donor relations, and business development.
• Strong understanding of donor landscapes, including corporate, foundation, and individual giving.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience in event planning and execution.
• Ability to analyze data and adapt strategies to maximize results.
• Leadership experience with the ability to mentor and inspire teams.

• Design and implement innovative fundraising strategies to meet and exceed annual revenue targets.
• Identify and cultivate prospects across key donor segments, including corporations, philanthropic foundations, High Net Worth individuals and families, private sector financing networks, and digital fundraising opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong, productive relationships with existing and prospective donors, aligning their philanthropic goals with our mission.
• Plan and execute engaging fundraising events that deliver impact and success to potential donors.
• Develop and pitch compelling fundraising materials (proposals, presentations, reports) that communicate our needs and impact effectively.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to create targeted outreach initiatives for donor engagement and retention.
• Monitor, analyze, and report on fundraising performance metrics, adjusting strategies to achieve objectives.
• Lead and mentor a team of fundraising professionals and volunteers, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence, including support to Corporate Committees across the region.

• Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience in event planning and execution.
• Ability to analyze data and adapt strategies to maximize results.
• Leadership experience with the ability to mentor and inspire teams.

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related field.
• Postgraduate qualifications (Masters) and professional qualifications in Fundraising, Philanthropy or Advancement is an added advantage.