Grants Writer

ACTION AFRICA HELP- INTERNATIONAL

AAH-I, an international non-profit making agency that implements
health and development projects in Africa seeks to recruit a dynamic,
innovative, development leader for the following position in its
Nairobi Office.

Grants Writer

The holder of this position will be responsible for developing funding
strategies for the organization; will write and submit proposals,
funding applications and grant solicitation letters. She/he will also
be responsible for maintaining networks and linkages to corporate,
individual and foundation representatives, identify grant prospects,
participate in institutional budgeting, produce progress reports for
donors, actively research on new funding streams, identify suitable
projects to offer to donors and maintain an up to date donor profile
data base for each country of operation.

Required Qualifications:
A Masters Degree or equivalent level of experience in development
program management, international relations, social science or other
related area.
Minimum 4 years experience in grant writing and managing development programs.
Strong experience in fundraising and partnership strategies with an INGO.
Solid experience in project planning, proposal and report writing,
including log frame and other project design frameworks.
Community development experience.
Experience working in deadline-driven environments.
Highly analytical with good attention to detail.
Experience in donor contract management.
Excellent writing skills are critical for this post.

Soft Skills Required:
Able to work well in a team environment handling multiple assignments
with tight deadlines.
Ability to monitor and meet income goals.
Willingness to travel to project sites.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and highly motivated
professional with a strong commitment to AAH-I's mission. If you
believe you are the candidate we are looking for, please send your
application letter and resume to recruitke@actionafricahelp.org to
reach us not later than 28th March 2010.

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