Fundraising and Partnership Officer (Volunteer) at Rilwanu Zango Support Initiative (RiSup)

Job Summary

RiSup seeks a motivated Fundraising and Partnership Officer to support grant acquisition, resource mobilization, donor engagement, and strategic partnership development. The successful candidate will identify funding opportunities, develop grant proposals, build relationships with potential donors, and establish collaborations that support the organization’s programmes and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and track grant opportunities from foundations, NGOs, development agencies, corporate organizations, and philanthropic institutions.
• Develop concept notes, grant proposals, budgets, and fundraising materials.
• Establish and maintain relationships with donors, government agencies, NGOs, and private-sector partners.
• Support fundraising campaigns, sponsorship initiatives, and resource mobilization strategies.
• Maintain a database of funding opportunities, donors, and prospective partners.
• Monitor proposal deadlines, partnership activities, and fundraising progress.
• Prepare reports on fundraising activities and partnership engagements.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Agriculture, Business Administration, International Relations, Communications, or a related field.
• Experience or demonstrated interest in fundraising, grant writing, resource mobilization, or partnership development.
• Excellent writing, communication, research, and networking skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage deadlines, and collaborate remotely.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google Workspace.
• Knowledge of agriculture, food security, nutrition, climate resilience, or community development is an advantage.

Key Competencies

Strong organizational, analytical, interpersonal, and proposal-writing skills; initiative; accountability; teamwork; and commitment to ethical fundraising and sustainable development.

Working Arrangements

This is a flexible, fully remote volunteer position reporting to the Executive Director or a designated representative. Responsibilities and performance targets will be agreed upon during onboarding. Any stipend or expense reimbursement will depend on organizational policies and available resources.

Benefits

The volunteer will gain practical experience in grant writing, fundraising, donor engagement, and partnership development while contributing to sustainable community development in Nigeria.