RESPONSIBILITIES
The Strategic Partnerships and Grants Manager will help WGEP reach our annual revenue goals (2026 goal: $2M) and strategic objectives via:
Donor stewardship and partner development [50%]
Lead grant prospecting and identify potential funding partners
Cultivate and steward relationships with institutional, corporate, and individual donors in Kenya and East Africa.
Draft and submit compelling grant proposals, concept notes, and budgets.
Reach out to potential corporations for partnerships
Develop materials for potential corporate partners as needed
Manage foundation relations, in-person meetings, Zoom updates, and phone calls
Write grant proposals and reports for major donors and grant partners
Represent WGEP at donor conferences and networking events in person and online
Partner advisor and capacity building [25%]
Provide ongoing technical support to local partner organizations in Kenya, which will include occasional travel to partner locations for site visits.
Identify potential new partner organizations and conduct evaluations to determine their alignment with the WGEP.
Provide tailored technical support to strengthen partner capacity in program delivery and reporting.
Coordinate quarterly reporting and data collection aligned with WGEP's monitoring and evaluation framework.
Capture stories and updates from the field for the WGEP quarterly board meetings and communications materials.
Communications [25%]
Develop press releases, feature stories, and thought pieces for relevant Kenyan and regional media outlets.
Serve as an ambassador for WGEP in Kenya, representing the organization in external meetings and public forums.
Collaborate with the global team to produce high-quality content—written, visual, and video—highlighting program impact.
DESIRED SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Passion for gender equality, girls' education, and equitable international development
5+ years' experience in non-profit development
Experience in grant writing for foundation and corporate partners
Excellent writing skills, interpersonal communication skills, and comfort with public speaking
Knowledge and experience with grant writing within the philanthropic landscape for girls' education
Ability to work independently, multitask with ease, and be a creative problem solver
Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting with other staff members, local partners, and the board of directors
Demonstrated ability to develop complex strategies and implement action plans
Strong time management and organizational skills
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, Master's degree preferred