Communications & Fundraising Officer

Job Title: Communications & Fundraising Officer
Location: Lagos
Date of Joining: May 2010
Reporting to: Programme Director

Summary: GoSolarAfrica Project, a programme of SMEfunds aimed at ending blackout by shifting to alternative renewable green energy – solar and installing solar systems for community centres, medical clinics, schools and other such communal infrastructure. This provision of clean, renewable (solar) power will lead to better health, safety and increase the earning capacity of poor communities. For more info please visit www.gosolarafrica.org www.smefunds.com
Duties/Assignments:
The Communications & Fundraising Officer will:
• Creating, planning, implementation, management and oversight of all aspects related to communication fundraising and training for the GoSolarAfrica Project.
• Identifying donor opportunities, develop donor database, respond to donor tenders and call for proposals, develop grant proposals, represent the organization at donor meetings and undertake follow-up of potential funding opportunities.
• Develop business plans in consultation with other staff for possible generation of long-term incomes for the organization.
• Utilizing social networking sites to recruit volunteers and build contacts with potential individual donors and raise funds.
• Organizing customized trainings and workshops aimed at increasing awareness of solar energy.
• Sales and marketing of GoSolarAfrica products such as info kits, solar devices, training and consultancy services.
• Liaison with private agencies, the government and other organizations to explore potential collaborations for GoSolarAfrica Project.
• Design and implement other innovative strategies for effective resource mobilization.

Remuneration and benefits:
- Monthly salary and commission
- Internship opportunity in over 25 nations around the world
- Access to Bank loan to become a Green Entrepreneur after engagement

To apply:

Send your CV and cover letter to [email protected]

Deadline: Monday, 17th May 2010