We are seeking a passionate and experienced Grant Manager to lead our grant writing and fundraising strategy.
This role is crucial in securing funding from government agencies, corporations, and philanthropic foundations to support our mission.
The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker and an excellent communicator who can craft compelling proposals and cultivate lasting donor relationships to enhance our global impact.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Research, identify, and prioritise grant opportunities aligned with the foundation’s mission and target SDGs.
Develop and write compelling grant proposals, concept notes, and donor reports tailored to each funder’s requirements and interests.
Manage the entire grant lifecycle — from initial application and budgeting through compliance, reporting, and renewal — ensuring all deadlines and donor guidelines are met with high-quality submissions.
Cultivate and steward relationships with donors, funders, and philanthropic partners through regular communication, updates, and engagement opportunities.
Develop and execute a strategic fundraising plan to secure multi—year funding partnerships and diversify revenue streams (e.g. government grants, corporate sponsorships, and foundation support).
Collaborate closely with program and finance teams to align grant proposals with project objectives, budgets, and impact metrics, ensuring funding requests are realistic and impactful.
QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:
Proven experience in grant writing, fundraising, and donor relations, preferably in the international development, education, or economic empowerment sectors.
Strong knowledge of global development issues and frameworks — especially in education, decent work, and economic empowerment — with an ability to connect program outcomes to SDG 4, 8, and IO.
Demonstrated success in securing significant funding from multiple sources (government agencies, corporate sponsors, and philanthropic foundations).
Excellent communication and writing skills, with the ability to craft a persuasive narrative and adapt tone/style to different audiences.
Strong project management and organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple deadlines, budgets, and reporting requirements.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively within a diverse team, showing initiative, flexibility, and leadership when coordinating efforts.
Submit your CV, cover letter, and writing samples (e.g., grant proposals) to hello@wootlab.ng
Apply via :
hello@wootlab.ng
