About the Role
The Digital Rights and Mental Health Initiative Africa (DRMHI) is seeking a passionate and dedicated Volunteer - Fundraiser/Partnerships to join our growing team. Founded by Kauna Malgwi, DRMHI is a pioneering organization dedicated to exploring and addressing the critical intersection of digital labor, technology-driven harms, and psychological well-being. In this role, you will play a vital part in securing the financial resources necessary to sustain and expand our impactful programs across Nigeria and the broader African continent.
Key Responsibilities- Research donor and funding opportunities, conducting comprehensive donor research and mapping.
- Maintain funding opportunity trackers and monitor strict donor deadlines.
- Review donor calls and eligibility requirements carefully.
- Support the development of compelling concept notes, proposal writing, and Expressions of Interest (EOIs).
- Assist with the development of logical frameworks and proposal budgets in collaboration with the Finance team.
- Support the preparation of organizational capacity statements and assist with drafting comprehensive donor reports.
- Maintain organized grant documentation and support overall resource mobilization activities.
- Assist with the creation of partnership development materials and respond to official communications within agreed availability periods.
- Possession of a BSc or HND from a recognized tertiary institution.
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
- Strong research, analytical, and detail-oriented capabilities with a deadline-driven mindset.
- Demonstrated interest in humanitarian, development, or non-profit sector work.
- High proficiency in using Microsoft Word and Excel, alongside effective online research skills.
- Must possess a working personal laptop and reliable internet access.
- Minimum availability of ten (10) hours per week, with a willingness to prepare and implement bi-monthly work plans.
- Willingness to report physically once weekly as agreed with DRMHI, if applicable.
- Gain hands-on professional experience in grant writing, donor relations, and non-profit resource mobilization.
- Enhance your resume with impactful humanitarian work focused on digital rights and mental health.
- Collaborate with a passionate team of advocates, researchers, and professionals in the Nigerian non-profit space.
- Flexible volunteering arrangement with opportunities for professional mentorship and networking.