Fundraiser / Grant Writer

Responsibilities:

Grant Research, Writing, and Identification:

• Research and identify local and international funding opportunities from government agencies, foundations, bilateral donors, and corporate entities.
• Analyze donor priorities, funding trends, and eligibility criteria to align proposals with ADPF’s mission and programs.
• Develop high-quality, persuasive grant proposals, concept notes, letters of inquiry, and funding applications.
• Collaborate with program and finance teams to develop accurate budgets and compelling narratives.

 Grant Management and Coordination:

• Track, write, and manage the entire grant submission process, ensuring compliance with deadlines and funder guidelines.
• Maintain a comprehensive grants pipeline, including records of submitted, successful, declined, and pending proposals.
• Coordinate post-award activities, including grant agreements, reporting schedules, and follow-up communications.
• Monitor grant timelines and ensure all deliverables are met.

Donor and Partner Relationship Management:

• Cultivate and sustain strong relationships with existing and prospective donors, foundations, and corporate sponsors.
• Serve as a key liaison between ADPF and grant-making organizations.
• Represent ADPF at donor meetings, networking events, and fundraising engagements.
• Provide donors with timely updates, impact reports, and acknowledgements to strengthen trust and long-term partnerships.

Compliance, Reporting, and Accountability:

• Ensure all grant-funded activities comply with donor guidelines and contractual obligations.
• Prepare and submit timely narrative and financial reports in collaboration with program and finance teams.
• Support audits, evaluations, and donor reviews as required.
• Ensure proper documentation and record-keeping for all grant-related activities.

Fundraising and Organizational Development:

• Support the design and implementation of fundraising campaigns, including online and offline initiatives.
• Contribute to the development of an annual fundraising and grant acquisition strategy aligned with ADPF’s strategic goals.
• Provide management with insights on emerging funding opportunities and donor trends.
• Support organizational growth by diversifying funding sources and strengthening revenue sustainability.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, English, Nonprofit Management, Development Studies, or a related field.
• Proven experience in grant writing and successful fundraising for nonprofit organizations.
• Demonstrated ability to research funding opportunities and develop competitive proposals.
• Experience working with donor-funded projects is an advantage.
• Knowledge of program budgeting and financial management is desirable.

Core Skills & Competencies:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Strong research, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and work independently or collaboratively.
• Relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills.
• High level of integrity, accountability, and professionalism.
• Commitment to ADPF’s mission and improving the lives of people living with Parkinson’s disease.

Key Deliverables:

• Secure funding through successful grant proposals and fundraising initiatives to support ADPF’s programs and operations.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with grant-making bodies, donors, and corporate partners.
• Ensure full compliance with grant agreements, including timely narrative and financial reporting.
• Track and meet all grant submission deadlines and documentation requirements.