Resource Mobilization Officer (RMO) - Water Services Trust Fund, Kenya Job Vacancy

Resource Mobilization Officer (RMO) - Water Services Trust Fund, Kenya Job Vacancy
Ref: WSTF/6/ RMO

Location: Nairobi with frequent travel to the field

Purpose of the position: the Resource Mobilization Officer will mobilize adequate resources nationally and internationally to enhance provision of water resources and to establish and nurture partnerships with stakeholders.

He/She will be reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and will be responsible for the following:-

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

    * Develop and implement strategies for sourcing funds, from bilateral, multilateral, private companies and individuals;
    * Assist the Chief Executive Officer in marketing and funding through development of relevant proposals;
    * Negotiate and manage funding agreements with financiers;
    * Regularly reporting and documenting WSTF activities to financiers;
    * Conduct basic research on stakeholders' opinions and practises;
    * Constantly identifying potential new partners;
    * Regularly reporting and documenting WSTF in the development of strategy
    * Regularly making requests for disbursement;
    * Work closely with the Public Relations Officer in implementing the organisation's communication strategies.
Qualifications and Key Competencies

    * Must have a bachelors degree in development studies;
    * Post graduate degree in relevant field will be an added advantage;
    * At least six (6) years experience in fund raising;
    * Experience with interacting with different donors is an added advantage;
    * Knowledge in designing & structuring of public private partnerships;
    * Have excellent negotiation skills;
    * Knowledge of water sector reforms is an added advantage;
    * Have a good working knowledge of PowerPoint, Excel, Word and internet services;
    * Able to project a positive and professional image of the Fund;
    * Must be numerate, articulate and analytical;
    * Excellent communication skills (Verbal and Written).

How to Apply:
Interested and suitably qualified candidates should submit their applications with the job title & Ref No: clearly marked on the envelope enclosing copies of their academic, professional certificate and testimonials, giving details of telephone contacts, email address current position and remuneration with three referees; one academic and two professional to:

Chief Executive Officer
Water Services Trust Fund
Upper Hill, Mara Road,
CIC Plaza, 1st Floor,
P.O. Box 49699 00100,
Nairobi

To be received not later than Friday 20th August, 2010 close of business.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted