Voluntary Sponsorship and Fundraising Partner
Admin & Office Jobs
- Blueroom Care International
- Expires 20 Apr 2021
- Bulawayo
- Full Time
Job Description
Blueroom Mental Health Services - Africa, is an organisation that strives to be the Principal stakeholder in the provision of excellent mental health services in the world. The solid blue heart, is our symbol of stability and strength. The organisation solidified it's foundation in Lagos Nigeria. The organisation operates in all countries in Africa. The services were cascaded to the entire continent, after the founders saw if fit for the people of this world to benefit from it's rich, fruitful, effective and efficient services amid Covid-19. We believe mental health is a priority. Happiness is essential while self-care is a necessity. Because, every story matters.
The Voluntary Fundraising & Sponsorship Officer is an exciting and challenging junior management role that contributes to Blueroom Mental Health Services Africa short, medium and long-term growth and development by attracting and securing financial support from the European Union, philanthropic trusts and foundations, governments, corporate sponsorships and partnerships, media partnerships, donors, and local businesses, as well as through events, and entrepreneurial initiatives. The position is responsible for developing, managing and delivering sponsorship and fundraising strategies that build audiences, participants, and visitors and ensure a strong ongoing profile and presence for Blueroom Mental Health Services Africa on a local, national and European level. Tasks include Managing, Planning, development, project management, and successful implementation of integrated fundraising and sponsorship programmes.
Duties and Responsibilities
•Develop and implement a three-year, overarching, comprehensive fundraising plan in collaboration with the Executive Project Coordinator/ Human Resources, Administration and Operations Advisor that includes strategies for achieving a range of public and private sector revenue-raising efforts with short, medium and long term goals and targets
•Ensure that all of Blueroom Mental Health Services Africa public and private sector fundraising efforts are achieved within budgets approved by the Executive Project Coordinator/ Human Resources Administration and Operations Advisor
•Maintain and service existing corporate partners, sponsors, local business supporters, and loyal patrons;
•Identify, research, attract, and secure new sponsors and partners
•Develop and implement philanthropic-giving programmes and campaigns and ensure that all partnership and sponsorship-building efforts encourage long-term commitment, maximise leveraging opportunities on behalf of partners and sponsors, reflect the Blueroom Mental Health Services Africa brand and its unique value proposition in a positive and effective manner, and build Blueroom Mental Health Services Africa profile, credibility and reputation
•Prepare proposals to the European Union, philanthropic trusts and foundations and potential business partners or sponsors in consultation and collaboration with the Executive Project Coordinator/Human Resources Administration and Operations Advisor and assist in the preparation of funding applications and acquittals to national and European government departments and agencies, including foreign governments
•Be the primary point of contact for all stakeholders connected with Blueroom Mental Health Services Africafundraising efforts
•Create and maintain accurate and up-to-date fundraising contact databases, including a record of potential fundraising leads, and keep accurate records of meetings
•Manage the preparation and maintenance of all fundraising-related documentation including proposals, contracts, activation plans, Blueroom Mental Health Services Africa event accreditation, VIP ticketing, corporate entertainment, promotional events and launches and associated logistics, post-event ‘thank-you’s and supporter’s awards, and outcome reports
•Prepare reports on the outcomes of all fundraising efforts, and provide updates on progress/status and cost-benefit analyses
•Strive to achieve expected income targets including but not limited to revenue from: government and foundation grants, corporate sponsors, local business partnerships, media partnerships, private giving, in-kind support, box office, merchandise sales, fundraising events, and business development initiatives ensuring that support from all sources is maximised
•Manage, monitor and adhere to budgets approved by the Executive Project Coordinator/Human Resources, Administration and Operations Advisor for marketing and fundraising purposes, ensuring that cost efficiencies are maximised, and report to the Executive Project Coordinator/Human Resources, Administration and Operations Advisor and the Finance & Office Manager on income generated by and expenses incurred through marketing and fundraising activities
Qualifications and Experience
Diploma/Higher National Diploma in English Communication/ Bachelor's degree in PR, Fundraising, or any related field.
1 Year of fundraising attachment experience is an added advantage.
Experience in working for an NGO, sales or marketing also acceptable.
Sound knowledge of the charity sector.
Ability of managing a team.
Excellent written, verbal, and telephonic communication skills.
How to Apply
Interested Candidates, who meet the demands of the advert may send their motivational letter(s) and detailed CV's to:
The Recruiting Team
C/o The Human Resources, Administration and Operations Advisor via email-
hr.blueroom@gmail.com
Young adults/youths who recently graduated are encouraged to apply.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
