Fundraising and proposal writing officer

Responsabilities

• Screen and identify funding opportunities for the association’s programs according to their needs.
• Analyze the identified calls for projects.
• Draft application forms, concept notes and projects’ proposals following funding agencies’ guidelines.
• Work closely with the financial department and programs’ heads in drafting projects’ budgets.
• Search for grants and tenders
• Write comprehensible, organized and compelling proposals
• Apply knowledge of fundraising methods and plans to reach income goals
• Collaborate with team members in the organization
• Follow up with donors to track submitted reports/proposals
• Maintain an updated calendar and respect deadlines
• Insure that proposals and reports are drafted according to donors guidelines and format
•  Represent the association in external events related by Donors (trainings, conferences, seminars …).
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with funding agencies and partners.

Skill set and competencies: 

Perfect writing techniques.

Proficiency in written and oral communication, in three languages: English, French and Arabic.

Proven previous experience in Monitoring and Evaluation.

Understanding of the Lebanese development and civil society eco-system.

High work ethics.

Flexibility and commitment.

Assertiveness.

Respectful of deadlines.

Organizational and prioritization skills.