Fundraising Officer

Sawa is a non-profit organization working to combat all types of violence, abuse and neglect against women and children in Palestine. Sawa is looking to recruit a Fundraising Officer to assume fundraising and reporting responsibilities.

This role includes fundraising, proposal writing, reporting and donor relations management.

Job Duties

• Fundraising and Proposal Writing:

o Raise funds for the activities of the organization.

o Compile and maintain a database of international and local donors.

o Monitor donor websites and research donor organizations.

o Identify new funding opportunities.

o Contact new prospective donors and build working relationships with them.

o Work closely with management and program staff to plan project funding applications.

o Write concept notes, project ideas and project proposals.

o Manage donor communications across the fundraising cycle, from project conception to award.

• Grant Reporting:

o Write compelling and descriptive narrative reports for existing donors

o Liaise with finance department to ensure the timely submission of financial reports

o Maintain relationships with existing donors and respond to their requests for information.

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Required Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will typically have the following skills/experience:

• Bachelor’s degree (Major in, Communications, Journalism and/or Marketing and international studies preferred).
• At least 2 years’ experience in proposal and report writing (preferably in an NGO context)
• Solid understanding of standard proposal/report writing methods in the non-profit sector.
• Native English (writing, speaking, reading), fluent Arabic.
• Exceptional writing and editing skills in English.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills, with proven skills in multi-tasking to meet multiple deadlines.
• Detail-orientated with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment - a genuine team player.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Application Process:

Individuals with a passion for writing and social change are encouraged to apply. If you are interested in this position and hold the required qualifications, please send your resume by e-mail to [email protected] (No: FUND  9/24)

before Friday, 20 September 2024.

*Only CVs in English will be considered.

*Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

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