Main Purpose of Position• A communications position in the non-profit/non-governmental sector with responsibility for promoting institutional growth through the development of philanthropic and sponsorship opportunities.• Provide personal administrative support and assistance to the Executive Director.Job Description• Assist the Executive Director in fundraising and related communications documentation and relationship management;• Liaise with potential and current donors and sponsors and build effective and long-lasting relationships;• Participate in public events, meetings and conferences so as to raise organizational profile;• Liaise with media organisations and partners in building effective and long lasting relationships to positively advance the organizations profile and programme output;• Conduct research, collect and analyse data to prepare reports and documents;• Manage and maintain executives’ schedules, appointments and travel arrangements;• Record, transcribe and distribute minutes of meetings;• Monitor, screen, respond to and distribute incoming communications;• Answer and manage incoming calls;• Receive and interact with incoming visitors;• Liaise with internal staff at all levels;• Co-ordinate project-based work where necessary;• Undertake any other relevant tasks as requested by the Executive DirectorEducation and Experience:• A Bachelor’s degree (minimum of Second Class Lower) in Business Administration, Marketing, Humanities, Law, Social Science or related field.• At least 3 years experience in related field and proven track record in fundraising or the building of market share or business volume.• Knowledge of private or corporate philanthropy and sponsorships will be an advantage• Proficient computer skills and in-depth knowledge of relevant software such as MS Office Suite.• Social Media LiteracyRequired Competencies, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities• Behave Ethically: Understand ethical behavior and business practices and ensure own behaviour and the behaviour of others are consistent with these standards and align with the values of the organization.• Build Relationships: Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others both internally and externally to achieve the goals of the organization.• Communicate Effectively: Speak, listen and write in a clear, thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques.• Foster Teamwork: Work cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness.• Make Decisions: Assess situations to determine the importance, urgency and risks, and make clear decisions which are timely and in the best interests of the organization.• Organization: Set priorities, develop a work schedule, monitor progress towards goals, and track details/data/information/activities. Capacity to work independently and meet deadlines.• Plan: Determine strategies to move the organization forward, set goals, create and implement actions plans, and evaluate the process and results.• Solve Problems: Assess problem situations to identify causes, gather and process relevant information, generate possible solutions, and make recommendations and/or resolve the problem.
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