Knowledge Brook Children's Network (KBCN)
DUE: 11 APR 2025
Research and Grant Writer x1 (Volunteer): Knowledge Brook Children’s Network (KBCN)
Background
Knowledge Brook Children’s Network is a visionary christian organization dedicated to nurturing children, teenagers and young adults in Zimbabwe.
The organization is looking for a qualified Person to run grant-related activities on a voluntary or part time basis.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Grant Research and Identification: Research and identify potential grant opportunities from government agencies, foundations, and other funding sources.
- Stay informed about relevant funding trends and priorities.
- Proposal Development: Write clear, persuasive, and well-organized grant proposals that align with KBCN’s mission and programs.
- Collaborate with staff to gather necessary information and data for proposals.
- Customize proposals to meet the specific requirements of each funding opportunity.
- Grant Management: Monitor grant deadlines and submission requirements.
- Maintain accurate records of grant applications, awards, and reporting deadlines.
- Ensure compliance with grant terms and conditions.
- Prepare progress reports and updates for funders.
- Relationship Building: Cultivate relationships with grant-making organizations, program officers, and other stakeholders.
- Collaboration: Work closely with the development team, finance department, and field staff to align grant strategies with organizational goals.
- Participate in team meetings and contribute to fundraising strategies.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Science, Social Work or a relevant field is considered an asset (e.g., communications, nonprofit management, or related discipline).
- Proven experience in budgeting, grant writing and knowledge of Monitoring and Evaluation is considered an asset (preferably in the nonprofit sector).
- Strong research, writing, and editing skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively and persuasively in EnglishDetail-oriented and organized.
- Familiarity with fundraising databases and data analysis softwares is a plus.
- Passionate to complete well-written reports before major deadlines.
TO APPLY
To apply, send your resume with at least two traceable reference to [email protected]
Please indicate the position you are applying for on the subject line.
Application Deadline:11 April 2025
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.