About the Role
The Restored Heart Foundation (RHF) is a dynamic non-governmental organization dedicated to promoting equitable access to healthcare, education, and empowerment for women and youth across Nigeria. Through our leadership fellowship programs and community development initiatives, we actively advance UN Sustainable Development Goals 3, 4, 5, 8, and 16. We are currently seeking a motivated and results-driven Fundraising and Partnership Consultant to spearhead our resource mobilization efforts, expand our donor network, and secure long-term financial sustainability for our impactful programs.
Key Responsibilities- Identify, research, and prioritize grant opportunities from local and international foundations, multilateral agencies, and corporate donors.
- Develop and execute a structured 6-month fundraising strategy aligned with the Foundation's core priorities.
- Prepare, write, and submit compelling concept notes, grant proposals, detailed budgets, and letters of inquiry.
- Pursue strategic corporate partnerships, CSR opportunities, and innovative funding sources to diversify revenue streams.
- Maintain a comprehensive grant submission calendar to track application deadlines, reporting requirements, and prospective opportunities.
- Manage ongoing donor relationships, follow up on pending proposals, and assist in preparing professional donor reports.
- Provide management with regular updates on fundraising progress, emerging opportunities, and strategic next steps.
- Proven experience in grant writing, resource mobilization, fundraising, or business development within the NGO or private sector.
- Demonstrated track record of successfully securing grants and developing winning funding proposals.
- Exceptional research, written communication, budgeting, and organizational skills.
- In-depth knowledge of local and international donor landscapes, funding requirements, and compliance standards.
- Ability to work independently within a hybrid setup, meet strict deadlines, and collaborate effectively with a dynamic team.
- Competitive monthly compensation of NGN 250,000.
- Lucrative performance-based bonuses tied to successful grant awards and secured partnerships.
- An initial 6-month consultancy contract with strong potential for renewal based on performance.
- Opportunity to create lasting social impact and contribute to sustainable development in Nigeria.