RESOURCE MOBILIZATION OFFICER-LUSAKA

Reporting to: Deputy Executive Director

Job Purpose: The Resource Mobilization Officer will play a critical role in advancing the strategic objectives of the organization by securing funding, building partnerships, and ensuring the sustainability of programs aimed at improving access to legal and human rights information, providing legal representation for vulnerable women and children, advocating for responsive policy and legal frameworks, and enhancing institutional development.

Reporting : The Resource mobilization Officer will report to the Executive Director.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Resource Mobilisation Strategy Development

• Develop and implement a comprehensive resource mobilization strategy aligned with the organization’s strategic objectives.
• Identify funding opportunities, including grants, partnerships, and corporate sponsorships, to support programs and projects.
• Demonstrate success in resource mobilization and complemented by the ability to conceptualize ideas and promote consensus

1. Grant Writing and Proposal Development

• Research potential donors, including government agencies, international organizations, and private foundations.
• Draft compelling grant proposals and funding applications tailored to meet donor priorities and the organization’s objectives.

1. Donor Relationship Management

• Establish and maintain relationships with donors, partners, and stakeholders.
• Provide regular updates and reports to donors on the impact and outcomes of funded projects.

1. Partnership Building

• Collaborate with local and international organizations to establish strategic partnerships.
• Promote the organization’s work and strategic objectives to attract partners and funding opportunities.

1. Program Support

• Work closely with program teams to identify funding needs and align resource mobilisation efforts with program goals.
• Monitor project implementation and ensure compliance with donor requirements.

1. Capacity Building

• Train and support staff on resource mobilisation best practices and donor engagement strategies.
• Create templates and tools for efficient proposal development and donor reporting.

1. Monitoring and Evaluation

• Track resource mobilisation activities and measure their impact on achieving strategic objectives.
• Regularly review and adapt the resource mobilisation strategy to ensure alignment with evolving organizational priorities.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Development Studies, Social Sciences, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Proven experience in resource mobilisation, fundraising, or grant writing, preferably in an NGO setting.
• Strong understanding of legal and human rights issues, particularly those affecting women and children.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and inspire diverse stakeholders.
• Analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to identify and pursue funding opportunities.
• Proficiency in proposal writing, donor reporting, and managing budgets.
• Knowledge of donor funding trends and an established network of donor contacts is an asset.

Key Competencies

• Commitment to advancing access to justice and human rights.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment.
• Cultural sensitivity and respect for diversity.