Resource Mobilization and Grants Manager

Location: Headquarters, Nairobi (with travel to other VF Sites)

As the Resource Mobilization and Grants Manager you will be a strategic leader responsible for developing and executing a comprehensive fundraising strategy to secure sustainable financial resources for Victory Farms’ community development and operational initiatives. This role will focus on identifying, cultivating, and managing relationships with diverse donors, including foundations, corporations, government agencies, and individual donors, as well as leading the grant acquisition process.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Fundraising Strategy Development and Implementation:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive and diversified fundraising strategy aligned with the organization’s mission, strategic goals, and financial needs.
• Identify and analyze potential funding sources, including grants, corporate partnerships, individual giving, and other innovative financing mechanisms.
• Establish clear fundraising targets, timelines, and performance metrics.

Donor Identification and Cultivation:

• Conduct thorough research to identify prospective donors whose funding priorities align with the organization’s work.
• Develop and implement cultivation strategies to build strong relationships with potential donors, understanding their interests and motivations.
• Maintain a robust donor database and track all interactions and engagement activities.

Grant Proposal Development and Submission:

• Lead the full grant proposal development process, including conceptualization, writing, budgeting, and internal review.
• Ensure the development of high-quality, compelling, and evidence-based proposals that effectively articulate the organization’s impact and needs.
• Manage the timely submission of grant applications, ensuring adherence to donor guidelines and deadlines.

Grant Management and Compliance:

• Manage a portfolio of grants, ensuring compliance with all donor requirements, including financial reporting, programmatic reporting, and other contractual obligations.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with grant officers and program staff at funding organizations.
• Track grant performance against agreed-upon indicators and proactively address any challenges or deviations.
• Ensure all fundraising activities are conducted ethically and in compliance with relevant legal and regulatory requirements.

Donor Relationship Management:

• Develop and implement strategies for effective donor communication, stewardship, and recognition.
• Prepare regular updates, impact reports, and acknowledgments for donors to foster long-term engagement and loyalty.
• Organize donor visits and events to showcase the organization’s work and impact.

Partnership Development and Collaboration:

• Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships with other organizations, including NGOs, research institutions, and private sector entities, to leverage resources and enhance fundraising efforts.
• Develop collaborative funding proposals and joint initiatives.

Fundraising Performance Tracking and Analysis:

• Track and analyze fundraising performance against targets, providing regular reports and insights to senior management and the board of directors.
• Identify trends, challenges, and opportunities in the funding landscape to inform strategic decision-making.

Capacity Building and Team Support:

• Provide training and support to relevant staff on fundraising best practices and donor engagement.
• Foster a culture of resource mobilization across the organization.

Skills and qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Public Relations, Marketing, Business Administration, Community Development, or a related field is required. A Master’s degree in a relevant field is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in fundraising and grant management within the development sector.
• Proven track record of successful grant acquisition from various funding sources (foundations, corporations, government agencies, etc.).
• Strong understanding of the Kenyan donor landscape and funding cycles.
• Excellent proposal writing, communication (written and verbal), and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively.
• Experience managing grant portfolios and ensuring compliance with donor regulations.
• Strong analytical skills to track fundraising performance and identify trends.
• Proficiency in grant writing software, financial management tools (for budget development), and presentation software.
• Passion for community development and social impact.

Benefit:

• Visibility into the world’s fastest growing aquaculture company.
• Ideal for a candidate looking to dive into a mission-oriented Organization.
• The team is committed to the candidate’s success and will provide coaching, mentorship, and unique exposure to people and experiences that come from the most successful leaders in the entrepreneurial community and the social sector.

About Victory Farms

Victory Farms (VF) was established on Lake Victoria in 2016 with both on-shore and off-shore facilities. The head office is in Nairobi, and its Farm site is in Homa Bay County, with distribution across Kenya. VF has since become one of the fastest growing companies in aquaculture globally – in its first eight months of operation, the Company became the largest aquaculture producer in Kenya. Victory Farms aims to become the leading tilapia farm in Africa over the next 5 years while maintaining the highest environmental and social standards; as the most sustainable tilapia farm in the world, adhering to global standards and best practices, and producing affordable, sustainable protein to feed millions of people across Africa. Today, it is the largest commercial aquaculture player in East Africa and operates one of largest hatcheries on the continent.

The Company is continuing to rapidly expand its vertically integrated model: production, processing, and sales & distribution, to keep pace with the rapid growth in demand for protein. To support this, Victory Farms employs world class technologies, people, and processes to build its model for sustainable protein production on the continent. VF strives for the highest standards in performance, execution, culture, and integrity.

VF’s growth trajectory provides enormous opportunity for excited professionals to uplift their careers and make an impact within a diverse operation. We recognize the utmost importance which contributions by individuals and teams have to the success of Victory Farms. We work to create a fantastic environment for our employees. An environment where employees have an opportunity to develop professionally and personally.

How to Apply

Please send a 2-Page CV and cover letter expressing your interest and qualifications to recruit@victoryfarmskenya.com by 1^st April,2025. Indicate the Job Title as the email subject – Resource Mobilization and Grants Manager