Partnership and Resource Mobilization Manager
Full time Volunteer posted 1 month ago in Administratives Shortlist Email JobJob Detail
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Job ID 9318
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Experience 3 Years
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Qualifications Degree Bachelor
Job Description
Location: Sierra Leone
Department: Business Development and External Relations
Reports To: Country Director / Business Development Manager
Contract Type: Full-Time / Volunteer
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Position Overview:
The Partnership and Resource Mobilization Manager is responsible for building and nurturing strategic relationships with local and international partners, donors, private sector actors, and government agencies. The role focuses on identifying funding opportunities, developing compelling proposals, and mobilizing resources (both financial and in-kind) to support the growth and sustainability of Agricodeexpo Sierra Leone’s programs. This position plays a key role in advancing our mission to bring youth back to the farmland through innovation, education, and empowerment.
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Key Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Partnership Development
- Identify and cultivate relationships with local and international partners, including development agencies, NGOs, academic institutions, foundations, and the private sector.
- Represent Agricodeexpo Sierra Leone in external meetings, forums, and networks to position the organization as a preferred partner in youth-led agricultural development.
- Develop Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and partnership agreements in coordination with leadership.
2. Resource Mobilization
- Design and implement a robust resource mobilization strategy aligned with organizational priorities.
- Lead the development of high-quality concept notes, grant proposals, and funding applications to bilateral donors, foundations, corporations, and international organizations.
- Work with internal teams to create project budgets, logframes, and technical narratives for proposals.
3. Donor Engagement and Stewardship
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with current and potential donors, ensuring timely communication, reporting, and compliance with donor requirements.
- Coordinate donor visits, field tours, and proposal co-creation workshops.
4. Internal Coordination
- Collaborate with the Finance, MEAL, and Program teams to ensure proposals and reports reflect organizational capacity, impact, and priorities.
- Provide training and guidance to staff on partnership development and fundraising practices.
5. In-Kind Support & Local Fundraising
- Identify local businesses, cooperatives, and media outlets that can provide in-kind donations, sponsorships, or technical assistance.
- Launch community-based fundraising initiatives and innovation challenges in collaboration with the Communications Team.
6. Reporting and Knowledge Management
- Maintain a database of donor contacts, submissions, deadlines, and funding opportunities.
- Produce monthly and quarterly updates on fundraising activities, proposals submitted, and partnerships secured.
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Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Development Studies, Business Administration, International Relations, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years’ experience in partnership development, fundraising, or donor relations within the nonprofit or development sector.
- Proven track record of securing funding from institutional donors (e.g., USAID, EU, UN agencies), foundations, and private sector entities.
- Excellent proposal writing, negotiation, and presentation skills.
- Strong networking and interpersonal skills with a collaborative, diplomatic approach.
- Proficiency in English; knowledge of Krio or other local languages is an advantage.
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Desirable Attributes:
- Familiarity with agricultural development, youth entrepreneurship, or climate-smart initiatives.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Enthusiasm for innovation, social impact, and rural transformation.
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Why Join Us?
At Agricodeexpo Sierra Leone, you’ll be part of a vibrant and mission-driven team shaping the future of agriculture and youth leadership in Africa. Your work will directly impact communities, empower young people, and mobilize change across sectors and borders.