Algeria: Fundraising Manager/Fundraising Coordinator/Fundraising Intern

Caring through

Innovation9th Floor Barclays Plaza

Loita Street, Nairobi, Kenya

P.O. Box 37795-00100, GPO,

Nairobi, Kenyahr@nobeahfoundation.org

www.nobeahfoundation.org

Tel: +254202413632­

Fundraising Manager/Fundraising Coordinator/Fundraising Intern

Posting Date [September 9, 2015]

ABOUT THE ORGANISATION

The Nobeah Foundation is the not-for-profit counterpart of Nobeah Technologies Ltd., a technology company focusing on technology with deep potential for social impact as well as the strong growth prospects required for sustainability. The innovative technology developed by Nobeah Technologies Ltd. targets transformative change, aiming to dramatically impact areas such as literacy, and health care. But in addition to these immediate potential impacts, Nobeah’s core values are to seek deeply insightful solutions that reach the heart of social challenges, changing the very equations so that they solve themselves in a sustainable way. The Nobeah Foundation was created to distribute technologies from Nobeah Technologies Ltd. on a subsidized or free basis where those technologies could have dramatic impact.

Across Africa the Nobeah Foundation will raise money from both local and international donors to sponsor free distribution of the technologies from Nobeah. Through these activities the foundation will achieve its goal of supporting insightful game-changing innovations that impact the very equations of human suffering and limited opportunity so solutions emerge organically, then building capacity for the solutions to sustain themselves and provide a solid platform on which further innovations may find anchor.

Some of the areas relevant to this position in which Nobeah Foundation is researching solutions are below.

· Afripad – a radically cost effective hybrid e-reader/computer set to revolutionize access to educational materials and to transform educational outcomes.

· FreeSunPower Solar Panels – a modular solution which through ease of deployment and expansion is intended to dramatically accelerate adoption of renewable energy based on solar power.

· Hybrid Grid Electrification with Nobeah’s Renewable Energy Solutions – a mini grid solution intended to accelerate rural electrification while increasing resilience. This solution also acts as the power source for the Afripad.

· Internet Caching Solution – stores (caches) internet content offline so that children in schools without any internet connectivity can still enjoy a rich educational browsing experience.

· Nobeah Distributed Discrete Work Management Methodology (DDWMM) – the DDWMM is Nobeah’s signature methodology and is key to Nobeah’s business operations. It is also in itself a saleable product.

· Nobeah Foundation NGO Outsourcing Services – based on the DDWMM the Nobeah Foundation will provide resources that it will outsource to other NGOs.

· Nobeah Off-Grid Power Solution – an easy to use and tool-less renewable energy solution that is modularly expandable from serving the needs of one individual to serving the needs of many.

· Nobeah Smartwire – Nobeah’s smartwire provides a means to create a mini-grid from Nobeah’s renewable energy solutions without the need for tools or specialized expertise, in order to dramatically accelerate electrification.

· Women and Girls Technology Mentoring – Nobeah already has agreements for large internship programs signed with various universities in Nairobi. This mentoring program will solicit donor funds to bring more young women into those programs with a focus on giving mentorship for the technology industry as a whole rather than on Nobeah’s specific needs.

ABOUT THE JOB

ROLE: Assistant Fundraising Coordinator(s) – multiple positions available at manager, coordinator, or intern levels:

Fundraising Manager/Coordinator/Intern- Renewable Energy Solutions

Fundraising Manager/Coordinator/Intern – Educational Solutions

Fundraising Manager/Coordinator/Intern – Pharmacy and Health Care Solutions

Fundraising Manager/Coordinator/Intern – Job Creation and Economic Opportunity Services

LOCATION: Nigeria, Ethiopia, Egypt, Congo, South Africa, Tanzania, Algeria, Uganda, Sudan, Morocco.

COMPENSATION: Volunteer with commission

Summary of Position:

The newly formed Nobeah Foundation is seeking a Fundraising Manager, a Fundraising Coordinator, and a Fundraising Intern for its operations.

Under general directions and supervision, the Fundraising Manager, Fundraising Coordinator, and Fundraising Intern will work as a team to independently conduct the day-to-day operational management and implementation of all activities pertaining to fundraising.

This team must help track and properly document all activities and complete all necessary reporting requirements, ensure that personal conduct and representation at meetings and various community events is professional and aligns with the Nobeah Foundation’s mission and code of conduct.

This team will research and contact potential funders, help obtain funding by drafting, editing, and preparing grants for submission. This also includes compiling program related reports and submitting them in a timely manner.

Candidates must have excellent verbal communication, written communication, and sales ability.

Candidate must have a friendly and professional speaking voice with strong phone etiquette skills, positive and energetic attitude, and strong desire to meet goals and commitments.

These positions require between 5-40 hours a week, M-F from 9-4:30pm. The positions are flexible to accommodate up to 100% remote work. Computer skills and experience with Microsoft Office is very helpful.

Though all work will be remote, the candidate must be located in and be eligible to work in the respective country. The candidate must speak at least one local language, in addition to being fluent in English both verbally and in writing. The candidate must also have a network of contacts in the country to facilitate any required work there.

Recruitment will take place in two phases. In the first phase concluding by November, the first group of candidates will be selected. In the second phase concluding December, the second group of candidates will be selected. Candidates found not eligible for the first group are welcome to reapply for the second group if any elements of your qualifications or experience have changed.

These are volunteer positions that may lead to full time employment for the right candidates after a 2-3 month volunteer period. Remuneration during the volunteer period will be entirely based on a sliding commission. The approximate level of commission will be approximately 2000 US Dollars per month to the team on meeting a team fundraising target of 40000 US Dollars per month. Upon an offer of full-time employment being made compensation will be increased to include a base salary as well as commission.

We look forward to your application. In the mean time we invite you to like our Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/www.nobeahfoundation.org

The detailed responsibilities include but are not limited to those below:

· Take initiative to build relationships with potential funders including individual community donors.

· Assist with generating new ideas and business opportunities to increase fundraising and fund development to meet and exceed revenue goals. Assist with establishing an ongoing fundraising program.

· Assist with developing fundraising plan and budget. Develop revenue and expense reports for all fundraiser events after the event is completed.

· Takes the full responsibility to lead in initiating, planning, and implementing all necessary activities, in a timely manner, to ensure that program goals and objectives are accomplished.

· Help in representing the Nobeah Foundation at community meetings, outreach events, radio/TV shows, and other community settings.

· Monitors program, tracks and documents of all necessary activities, and completes all reporting requirements.

· Submits documents and reports in a timely manner to meet stated deadlines.

· Prepare grants/ project proposals and progress reports as required by program contract and agreements.

· Search and research potential donors and foundations to identify and evaluate potential funding sources.

· Make initial contacts, and follow-through of securing available funding along with the coordination of all optional funding opportunities.

· Build and maintain profitable, long-term fundraising relationships with current donors and potential donors.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management or relevant social science.

· Must have a computer and readily available internet access.

· Analytical capabilities; high ethical standards; highly organized;

· Exceptional written and verbal communication skills – including compelling, energetic presentations; attention to detail and high degree of personal organization; ability to manage a fast-paced heavy work load;

· Ability to problem solve and exercise good judgment; demonstrated skill as a quick and adaptive learner able to digest and synthesize substantial content information in a short time frame;

· Ability to work both independently and with others in a team approach;

• Ability to independently initiate projects and activities.


• Good client interactions skills.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Excellent time-management skills with the ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.


• Excellent written and verbal communication, as well as negotiation skills.


• Able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.


• Ability to maintain client confidentiality.


• Knowledge of computers and Microsoft Word, Excel.


• Good leadership skills with the potential for further development.