OVERALL PURPOSE OF THE ROLE

The Head of Advocacy, Partnership Engagement & Fundraising provides strategic leadership in advancing the Society's policy influence, stakeholder engagement, resource mobilization, and partnership development agenda. The role is responsible for designing and implementing advocacy strategies, cultivating and managing strategic partnerships, securing sustainable funding opportunities and impact among key stakeholders, donors, government institutions, development partners, private sector entities, and communities. The position serves as a member of the management team and contributes to the Society's growth, sustainability, and achievement of mandate.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Develop and implement organizational advocacy and policy engagement strategies aligned with the strategic plan.
• Monitor emerging policy trends, legislative developments, and sector priorities relevant to the organization's mission.
• Lead evidence-based advocacy campaigns and initiatives targeting policymakers, government agencies, and other key stakeholders.
• Represent the Society in national, regional, and international policy forums, networks, and coalitions.
• Lead proposal development, donor engagement, and grant acquisition efforts.
• Coordinate the preparation of concept notes, grant applications, fundraising campaigns, and donor reports.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of Bachelor's degree in International Development, Public Policy, Political Science, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field. A master's degree is an added advantage.
• At least 7 years in a leadership role in a learning institution
• Demonstrated success in securing grants and managing donor relationships.
• Experience engaging with government institutions, donors, development partners, and private sector stakeholders.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Job Group: KSB/JG/03

Salary Entry: Kes. 150,218/Month

This is a Permanent & Pensionable Position

• Develop and implement organizational advocacy and policy engagement strategies aligned with the strategic plan.
• Monitor emerging policy trends, legislative developments, and sector priorities relevant to the organization's mission.
• Lead evidence-based advocacy campaigns and initiatives targeting policymakers, government agencies, and other key stakeholders.
• Represent the Society in national, regional, and international policy forums, networks, and coalitions.
• Lead proposal development, donor engagement, and grant acquisition efforts.
• Coordinate the preparation of concept notes, grant applications, fundraising campaigns, and donor reports.

• Minimum of Bachelor's degree in International Development, Public Policy, Political Science, Business Administration, Social Sciences, or a related field. A master's degree is an added advantage.
• At least 7 years in a leadership role in a learning institution
• Demonstrated success in securing grants and managing donor relationships.
• Experience engaging with government institutions, donors, development partners, and private sector stakeholders.