Volunteer Fundraising Specialists

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Emergency Energy (EE) is seeking fundraisers with communication skills and a keen sense of initiative to identify fundraising opportunities, develop relationships with potential donors, and manage fundraising campaigns. He/she will be responsible for coordinating events, writing proposals, and recruiting and leading fundraising volunteers.

The ideal candidate should be motivated, professional, and organized and have a knack for research. He/She should also believe in the mission of Emergency Energy and has exceptional drive for furthering the organisations fundraising efforts.

Roles and Responbilities

• Identify new opportunities to raise funds for Emergency Energy.
• Guide EE’s team and other volunteers in fundraising initiatives.
• Coordinate with the communications team to produce social media materials encouraging the public to financially support Emergency Energy.
• Contact potential donors for inquiries on potential funding or support to Emergency Energy charity activities.
• Research and apply to for relevant funds from different grant making bodies.
• Liaise with the programs team to develop letter of inquiries and concept notes to potential donors.
• Respond to inquiries and queries from donors in consultation with other EE staff.
• Gather information and impact stories with support from the communications and Kenya teams to support different fund-raising channels.
• Administer donors and funding databases, monitoring upcoming grants and donor deadlines.
• Participating in different donor and fundraising forums to stay updated on latest fundraising trends and best practices.