KMFRI Principal Resource Mobilization Officer Jobs in Kenya
KMFRI Principal Resource Mobilization Officer Jobs in Kenya
Duties and responsibilities of the officer entail: -Providing input in the development and implementation of mobilization policies and strategies for sourcing of funds from individuals, bilateral, multi-lateral and private organizations;
Identifying and mapping out potential areas of resource mobilization;
Identifying, analyzing and documenting fundraising gaps in the Institute;
Formulating and reviewing of fundraising tools for the Institute to ensure uniformity and shared vision;
Formulating multi-disciplinary projects and program proposals for resource mobilization to support Institute;
Identifying and biding to win marine and fisheries allied natural resources-based consultancies to grow the Institute resource base;
Coordinating partnerships and cooperation with other research organizations and institutions of higher learning in joint research and training through Memorandum of Understandings;
Developing joint work plans and activities with collaborators for active Memorandum of Understandings;
Ensuring effective maintenance and updating of records of partners’ support;
Reviewing and analyzing the partnership database for policy decisions;
Coordinating the development and execution of work plans, budgets and progress reports in Department;
Ensuring quality assurance and effective aid utilization for realized donor projects;
Training, mentoring scientists and students on attachment in resource mobilization for improved resources and career progression;
Conducting intelligence analysis of donor policies, practices and consultancy opportunities for timely response;
Providing quality assurance for ongoing donor projects to ensure compliance with anticipated outputs and objectives;
Marketing and participating in lobby forums to enhance Institutes’ visibility;
Coordinating teams responding to calls for Letter of Interest (LoI), Concept Notes and Proposals on websites, newspapers and institutions to ensure responses are relayed in a timely manner; and
Participating in key internal forums to internalize Research and Development needs and debates
to inform fundraising concepts and proposals.
Requirements for Appointment/Person Specifications
For appointment to this grade, an officer must have: -
At least six (6) years relevant work experience, three (3) of which must have been as a Senior Resource Mobilization & Partnership Development Officer or equivalent position in the public or private sector;
Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce, Project Management, Corporate Communication / Public Relations, Community Development, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences or its equivalent qualification from a recognized university;
Minimum K.C.S.E C+ (Plus) or its equivalent;
Certificate in Negotiation or Persuasion Skills Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution;
Certificate in Resource Mobilization course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution;
Supervisory Course lasting not less than two (2) weeks from a recognized institution;
Demonstrated good results work performance;
Proficiency in computer applications; and
Fulfill the requirements of Chapter Six of the Constitution.
Key competencies and Skills
Strong communication and reporting skills;
Strategic and innovative thinking;
Attention to detail and quality orientation skills;
Problem solving and analytical skills;
Team building; and
Interpersonal and negotiation skills.
How to Apply
For more information and job application details, see; KMFRI Principal Resource Mobilization Officer Jobs in Kenya
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