Team Lead, Partnerships & Fundraising

About the Role

Aspire Coronation Trust (ACT) Foundation is a grant-making organization established in 2016 to support local, national, and regional non-profit organizations addressing developmental challenges across the African continent. We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Team Lead, Partnerships & Fundraising to drive our resource mobilization efforts in alignment with our HEEL (Health, Entrepreneurship, Environment, Leadership) focus areas. This pivotal role involves building high-value partnerships, diversifying funding streams, and strengthening donor engagement to ensure the Foundation's long-term financial sustainability and organizational growth.

• Develop and implement comprehensive fundraising and partnership strategies to enhance financial sustainability and expand the Foundation's funding base.
• Identify, cultivate, and manage a robust pipeline of high-value donors, corporate partners, and funding institutions.
• Lead the end-to-end proposal development process, from planning and drafting to submission and follow-up.
• Represent the Foundation at high-level stakeholder engagements, building strong relationships locally, nationally, and internationally.
• Provide strategic coordination for cross-functional initiatives, special projects, and programs such as the Professional Volunteers Programme (PVP).
• Monitor sector trends, identify innovative partnership approaches, and collaborate with leadership and trustees to leverage key networks.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; a postgraduate qualification will be an added advantage.
• Minimum of 6 to 7 years of proven experience in partnerships, fundraising, or business development within the non-profit or development sector.
• Demonstrated expertise in donor engagement, resource mobilization, and pipeline management.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder negotiation skills.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and strategic thinking capabilities with a high level of professional judgment.

• Competitive salary with a comprehensive welfare package.
• A collaborative and convenient working environment that fosters innovation.
• Exciting opportunities for professional growth and impact within a rapidly evolving philanthropic organization.

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