2173 Remote Fundraising Campaign Manager jobs in Nairobi

• Develop and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies and campaigns to achieve organizational revenue targets.
• Manage all aspects of fundraising campaigns, from concept development and budgeting to execution and post-campaign analysis.
• Identify and cultivate relationships with potential donors, foundations, and corporate sponsors.
• Create compelling fundraising appeals, proposals, and reports that clearly articulate the organization's mission and impact.
• Oversee online fundraising efforts, including donation pages, email appeals, and social media fundraising initiatives.
• Manage direct mail campaigns, ensuring accuracy in segmentation, content, and deployment.
• Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to ensure consistent messaging and branding across all fundraising efforts.
• Track fundraising progress, analyze campaign data, and provide regular reports to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant fundraising regulations and ethical standards.
• Steward donor relationships, ensuring effective recognition and engagement to foster long-term support.

• Bachelor's degree in Fundraising Management, Non-profit Management, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in fundraising and development for non-profit organizations.
• Proven track record of successfully planning and executing fundraising campaigns with measurable results.
• Strong understanding of various fundraising methods, including individual giving, major gifts, grants, and corporate sponsorships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft persuasive narratives.
• Proficiency in donor management software (e.g., Salesforce, Raiser's Edge) and fundraising platforms.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with donors and stakeholders.
• Passionate about the mission of the organization and a commitment to ethical fundraising practices.
• Ability to work independently and manage responsibilities effectively in a remote work environment.

Childfund Work Location
Nairobi, Kenya

Childfund Division
Global Impact

ChildFund Department
Country Management

Job Details
Position title: Specialist Sr, Grants Writer and Business Development
Location:
Nairobi

ChildFund office: Nairobi, Kenya
Manager/Supervisor title: Manager Sr, Grants Acquisition & Management
Position type:
Full-time fixed term

Work environment:
On-site

About ChildFund
ChildFund is a child-focused international development organization that works in 23 countries to connect children with the people, resources and institutions they need to grow up healthy, educated, skilled and safe, no matter where they are.

ChildFund's Values
ChildFund values a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible environment where everyone is welcomed and celebrated equally. In our culture of connection, you will have ample opportunity to grow, learn, and lead while contributing your talents and innovations to our inspiring mission.

ChildFund's Commitment
ChildFund International has a zero-tolerance policy regarding sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (SEAH) and all other forms of harm by its staff, partners, and other representatives in the delivery of its mission and services for children. ChildFund is committed to creating a safe environment in the workplace as well as in the communities where it delivers programs and services. ChildFund expects every staff member, partner, and representative to adhere to this commitment and to ensure all organizational policies and standards are followed. This position is subject to a range of vetting checks, including a criminal records check and/or disclosure to ensure program participants are safeguarded.

About This Role
The Specialist Sr, Grants Writer and Business Development will be a key driver in ChildFund Kenya's funding portfolio by securing transformative funding from global institutional donors, multilateral and bilateral donors, private sector donors, Foundations and Corporate donors. The Grants Writer will also lead end-to-end proposal development, enhance organizational capacity, and amplify ChildFund Kenya's ability to empower vulnerable children in Kenya through acquisition of diversified funding. This role requires a deep understanding of the Kenyan development sector, local and international donor landscapes, and compliance with Kenyan NGO regulatory frameworks.

The Specialist Sr, Grants Writer and Business Development will be responsible for leading the Proposal development process and writing project proposals and concept notes, will provide direct technical support as well advice to proposal teams throughout the proposal development processes. This includes but is not limited to preparing technical narratives and corresponding annexes, leading specific project proposals, and training staff on proposal development and grants writing. The successful candidate will evaluate funding opportunities, lead the preparation of competitive and donor-compliant proposals, and enhance the capacities of ChildFund Kenya's teams through targeted training and mentorship.

Primary Responsibilities
STRATEGIC FUNDING OPPORTUNITY ANALYSIS & POSITIONING

• The Grants Writer will conduct rigorous assessments of various funding opportunities from a variety of donors (US, FCDO, EU, Multilateral (UN), Bilateral, Foundations, and corporate funding opportunities for suitability, strategic alignment and organizational competitive viability, sharing findings with colleagues and advising on appropriate steps for the organization.
• Provide strategic advice to ChildFund Kenya's leadership on bid/no-bid decisions through data-driven risk-benefit analyses, aligned with ChildFund Kenya's priorities and capacities.
• The proposal writer will work with GAAM lead to ensure that all required documents including annexes, logframes, Theory Of Change, Organogram, Work plans, and all other required annexes are prepared and submitted to GAAM Lead in readiness for submission.

END-TO-END PROPOSAL DEVELOPMENT & WRITING

• The Grants Writer will lead the full proposal writing and guide the development process, ensuring alignment with donor guidelines, ChildFund Kenya's Policies and Kenyan NGO compliance.
• The Grants Writer will work with technical teams to guide the design of project proposals and concept notes by orchestrating diverse cross-functional teams' collaboration (including programs, finance, MEAL, Admin, Sponsorship and Partnerships Portfolio Management teams) to integrate technical, financial, and monitoring components into compelling competitive and compliant grant applications (technical project proposal narratives/financial budgets) based on donor guidelines.
• Ensure 100% donor compliance and zero-error submissions through meticulous quality assurance of technical content, annexes, and formatting.
• The Grants Writer will provide copy editing support to proposal teams in the last stages of proposal development.
• Respond to internal and external queries on drafted and submitted proposals.
• Maintain positive relationships with fund providers and other stakeholders as may be required
• Maintain records and submit reports related to grant opportunities to the manager on a regular basis.

CAPACITY STRENGTHENING & KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT

• Design/deliver training and coaching sessions for ChildFund Kenya's staff and partners on proposal writing skills, donor compliance awareness, and innovative resource mobilization approaches (e.g., logframe development, donor cultivation, pipeline development, proposals and concept notes development process), increasing proposal win rates.
• Develop and maintain knowledge management system for tracking opportunities from capture to award including maintaining a repository of proposal development templates, pre-award tools, program concepts, capacity statements, proposal templates, pricing tables etc.
• Curate/share best/promising practices, templates, and donor intelligence via Grants Acquisition & Business Development teams and ChildFund's digital resource hub.
• Lead the management of the knowledge database to ensure information is shared among technical team, field program and other concerned staff, to capture new opportunities and track the ongoing grants.

EXPERT/TECHNICAL ADVISORY & QUALITY CONTROL

• Serve as lead technical writer/ reviewer for Project Proposals and Concept Notes, providing real-time feedback and technical guidance on proposal structure, narrative strategy, theory of change articulation, logical frameworks, gender inclusion and risk analysis, tailored to the Kenyan development context and donor expectations.
• Conduct rigorous research including advanced intelligence gathering for grant opportunities including research institutional donors as appropriate
• Review and perform final copy-editing of project proposals and concept notes to ensure clarity, consistency, coherence, flow, technical accuracy, and persuasive impact as well as in complete adherence to donor and ChildFund standards.
• Ensure that project proposals and concept notes are culturally appropriate and sensitive to local contexts.
• Maintain effective communication channels with internal teams and external stakeholders including donors, partners, and government bodies.
• Support the development of strategic partnerships to enhance funding opportunities.

Required Experience and Education

• A master's degree in international development, Social Sciences, Economics, Development Studies, or relevant discipline.
• Certifications (APMP, PMD Pro).

• At least 8+ years progressive Institutional grants acquisition experience in grants acquisition and proposal writing within Kenya and/or East Africa, with documented success securing funds from local and international donors including:

• US Government Agencies (USAID, USDA, BHA, etc).
  Required Competencies

• European Union (EU)/European Governments (ECHO, FCDO, SIDA, etc.)

• Multilaterals/Bilateral Organizations (UNICEF, WFP, UN Habitat, WFP, UNHCR, World Bank, African Development Bank, etc)
• Foundations (>US$ 500k awards)
• Corporations (>US$ 500k awards)
• Proven success in leading proposal development processes for Kenyan registered NGOs or international organizations operating in Kenya.
• Experience navigating Kenyan NGO regulatory frameworks and donor compliance requirements.

ChildFund's Core Competencies

• Teamwork: the ability to work effectively and collaborate with others; values and respects individual differences.
• Communication: demonstrates empathy and tact when communicating with others and uses a storytelling approach when appropriate.
• Results orientation: gets things done; takes proactive steps to achieve organizational goals and quality standards.
• Decision making: uses good judgement, critical thinking, and non-traditional ways to evaluate problems and opportunities; reflects and innovates to improve decisions and outcomes.
• Resilience: thrives and grows in rapidly changing, demanding, and complex environments.
• Digital literacy: adopts and champions new technology to relevant contexts, stays aware of technological trends and embraces technological solutions to business challenges.

Other Required Competencies

• Languages: Excellent command Fluent Written and Spoken English (C2). Proficiency in Kiswahili is an advantage.
• Excellent writing skills of proposals, i.e. concise, appealing and clear writing that complies with the language and expectations of the donor. These writing skills will be tested for short-listed candidates.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to foster collaboration across multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills to foster collaboration across multidisciplinary teams and external partners.
• Ability to distill complex technical concepts into compelling, donor-aligned narratives (assessment required).
• Organized, detail-oriented, team player, self-starter and results-oriented individual.
• Ability to lead and coordinate multiple projects simultaneously, work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent presentation, public speaking, and interpersonal skills.
• Donor Compliance Expertise: Mastery of EU PRAG, FCDO, UN, and USG rules, etc.
• Digital Fluency and Mastery: Advanced MS Office Suite Proficiency on digital proposal management tools (Word/PowerPoint), SharePoint, CRM (e.g., Salesforce), and virtual collaboration tools (Teams, Zoom, etc).

Job Description:

As the Head of Commercial (Insurance) at Perfios, the incumbent will be responsible for spearheading and executing our strategy to meet and surpass revenue goals in the East Africa region. This strategic role demands a deep understanding of the insurance landscape, strong client engagement, and a solution-oriented approach. You will be responsible for building and nurturing key relationships, uncovering client needs, and delivering high-impact, customized solutions that position Perfios as a trusted transformation partner.

What you'll do:

• Market Development & Revenue Achievement:
Design and implement strategic sales plans aimed at achieving company objectives and driving revenue growth within the East Africa market.

• Client Relationship Management:
Cultivate and maintain robust relationships with

key clients and stakeholders, gaining insights into their business challenges and

providing value-driven solutions.

• Collaboration:
Collaborate closely with product development and customer

success teams to ensure alignment of sales strategies and a seamless customer

experience.

• Negotiation and Closing:
Lead negotiations with potential clients and successfully

close deals that align with company objectives and profitability goals.

What you'll Need:

• Experience:
A minimum of 7 and upto 12 years in B2B technology sales, with a proven track record of meeting sales targets and driving revenue growth. Established network of C-suite relationships within the BFSI sector in East Africa is essential.

• Industry Knowledge:
In-depth understanding of Operations & Technology, Health Insurance, Underwriting & Customer Onboarding processes in Insurance related environment

• Technical Knowledge:
An understanding of technology products and services, with the ability to communicate complex concepts effectively to diverse audiences. Familiarity with CRM software (e.g., Salesforce) and other sales tools.

• Communication Skills:
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with

the capacity to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.

•
Self-starter:
With a geographically team that delivers on business outcomes, this role requires the ability to be a "self-starter" and operate in independent manner and a willingness to act as an "entrepreneur" as we look to set up and grow the Insurance business in the region

Only kenyan Candidates are eligible for this role.

JOB TITLE
Manager - Sales Development Fresh Food | MAF Retail

Role Summary
The Sales Development Manager – Fresh Food is responsible for driving sales growth and enhancing customer experience across key fresh food categories: Fruits & Vegetables, Butchery/Fishery, Deli/Dairy, and Bakery/Pastry. This role focuses on identifying sales opportunities, optimizing product assortments, and supporting in-store execution to ensure quality, freshness, and availability. The manager collaborates with category teams and store operations to implement strategies that improve profitability, increase market share, and meet evolving consumer needs.

ROLE PROFILE

• Develop and implement sales strategies to grow revenue and market share across all fresh food categories, including Fruits & Vegetables, Butchery/Fishery, Deli/Dairy and Bakery/Pastry.
• Work closely with category managers to analyze product performance, optimize assortments, and support the introduction of new and seasonal products.
• Ensure high standards of freshness, quality, and presentation are maintained across all departments, aligning with brand and customer expectations.
• Collaborate with marketing and store teams to design and execute effective promotions, campaigns, and pricing strategies to drive traffic and boost conversion.
• Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and customer preferences to identify growth opportunities and recommend data-driven improvements.
• Measure and control profitability after the implementation of projects, and provide inputs .
• Partner with supply chain, procurement, and store operations to ensure optimal stock levels, product availability, and minimal waste.
• Track and report on category sales, margins, and KPIs, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in relevant field.
• Knowledge in the field of retail sales and cross-sell strategies.
• Strong Analytical skills and Statistical Knowledge.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong planning and organization kills.
• 3-5 years in a sales or commercial field, retail experience is a plus.

What We Offer

• At Majid Al Futtaim, we're on a mission to create great moments, to spread happiness, to build, experiences that stay in our memories for a lifetime. We're proud to say that over the past 27 years, we have built a reputation as a regional market leader in what we do. Join us
• Work in a friendly environment, where everyone shares positive vibes and excited about our future.
• Work with over 50,000 diverse and talented colleagues, all guided by our Leadership Model.

• Develop and execute comprehensive digital marketing campaign strategies across multiple channels (SEO, SEM, Social Media, Email, Content).
• Manage campaign budgets, ensuring optimal allocation of resources for maximum ROI.
• Plan, implement, and optimize paid advertising campaigns (Google Ads, Social Media Ads).
• Conduct keyword research and implement SEO best practices to improve organic visibility.
• Oversee social media strategy, content creation, and community engagement.
• Develop and manage email marketing campaigns, including list segmentation and automation.
• Analyze campaign performance data, generate insights, and provide actionable recommendations for optimization.
• Create detailed performance reports for clients and internal stakeholders.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest digital marketing trends, tools, and technologies.
• Lead and mentor junior digital marketing specialists, fostering a collaborative team environment.

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in digital marketing campaign management.
• Proven track record of successfully managing and optimizing digital marketing campaigns with measurable results.
• In-depth knowledge of SEO, SEM, social media marketing, email marketing, and content marketing.
• Proficiency in digital marketing tools such as Google Analytics, Google Ads, Facebook Ads Manager, and marketing automation platforms.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Excellent project management and organizational abilities.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience leading and mentoring a team is a strong advantage.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Google Ads, HubSpot) are a plus.

Company Description

Mancave Manmarket is your trusted source for all things men's grooming. More than just a store, it's a community dedicated to providing high-quality products, personalized guidance, and a curated experience that elevates your grooming routine. Join us on the journey to a more confident you.

Role Description

This is a full-time hybrid role for a Franchise Sales Manager located in Nairobi County, Kenya. The Franchise Sales Manager will be responsible for driving franchise sales, developing business plans, and managing franchising activities. Daily tasks include lead generation, communicating with potential franchisees, and building strong relationships to ensure successful franchise operations. Some work from home is acceptable.

Qualifications

• Experience in Franchise Sales and Franchising
• Skills in Business Planning and Lead Generation
• Excellent Communication skills
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships
• Ability to work independently as part of a hybrid setup
• Relevant degree in Business, Marketing, or related field is a plus
• Experience in the grooming or retail industry is a plus

Childfund Work Location
Nairobi, Kenya

Childfund Division
Global Impact

ChildFund Department
Country Management

Job Details
Position title: Sr. Specialist, Grants Writer
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
ChildFund office: Nairobi, Kenya
Manager/Supervisor title:
Sr. Manager, Regional Business Development

Position type:
Full-time fixed term

Work environment:
On-site

About ChildFund
ChildFund is a child-focused international development organization that works in 23 countries to connect children with the people, resources and institutions they need to grow up healthy, educated, skilled and safe, no matter where they are.

ChildFund's Values
We aspire for every person in our organization—program participants, supporters, staff, and volunteers alike—to feel free, safe, and confident to be themselves. In our culture of connection, you will have ample opportunity to grow, learn, and lead while contributing your talents and innovations to our inspiring mission.

ChildFund's Commitment
ChildFund International has a zero-tolerance policy regarding sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (SEAH) and all other forms of harm by its staff, partners, and other representatives in the delivery of its mission and services for children. ChildFund is committed to creating a safe environment in the workplace as well as in the communities where it delivers programs and services. ChildFund expects every staff member, partner, and representative to adhere to this commitment and to ensure all organizational policies and standards are followed. This position is subject to a range of vetting checks, including a criminal records check and/or disclosure to ensure program participants are safeguarded.

About This Role
The Senior Specialist, Grants Writer plays a critical role in securing strategic funding in the Livelihoods sector across the Africa Region, contributing to portfolio growth, reaching more children, and expanding our impact. The Grants Writer will be responsible for developing high-quality, competitive proposals aligned with donor priorities and contextual intelligence to advance ChildFund's strategic goals in livelihoods and economic resilience. The specific responsibilities include preparation of technical narratives and corresponding annexes, providing technical support on proposals and concept note development, capacity strengthening on proposal preparation, and supporting the Country Offices (COs) and regional team in intelligence gathering and donor engagement.

Primary Responsibilities
Proposal and concept note development

• Lead the drafting of high-quality proposals and concept notes, ensuring alignment with donor strategies and regional/country priorities.
• Translate donor instructions into competitive proposal narratives.
• Collaborate with technical advisors, program and grant teams across COs, the International Office and the Region to gather inputs and shape proposals effectively.

Technical review and quality assurance

• Review drafts of proposals and concept notes for coherence, clarity, and alignment with intelligence gathered and donor expectations.
• Coordinate with the appropriate donor contact persons to submit preliminary drafts for early feedback and alignment.
• Ensure consistency of tone, branding, and technical accuracy across all livelihoods-related grant submissions.

Donor engagement and intelligence gathering

• Support the regional team in proactively reaching out and establishing contact with key bilateral and multilateral donor institutions relevant to Africa, including but not limited to: EU, African Development Bank (AfDB), African Union (AU), Africa CDC, FCDO, Global Affairs Canada (GAC), and others.
• Monitor and analyze donor trends, priorities, funding pipelines, and strategic shifts in the livelihoods sector across Africa.
• Maintain and regularly update a repository of donor intelligence relevant to livelihoods programming in Africa.

Capacity strengthening and sharing knowledge

• Build the capacity of regional and CO staff (especially technical specialists and program teams) in high-quality proposal and concept note writing.
• Design and deliver trainings, coaching sessions, and resources to strengthen institutional knowledge and practices in business development.
• Foster a learning culture around donor engagement and proposal development, promoting best practices across the region.

Safeguarding

• Remain alert and responsive to any safeguarding risks; acquire relevant knowledge and skills to enable you to understand the safeguarding policy and procedures; promote strong safeguarding practices; perform your duty and responsibility to safeguard, report violations, and promote appropriate behavior; and conduct yourself in a manner consistent with the organization's policies and procedures.

Other

• Travel internationally on a regular basis, as required by program and organizational needs.

Required Experience and Education

• At least 6 years of progressive experience in grant writing, donor engagement, or program development, preferably in the livelihoods or economic development sectors.
• Significant experience with proposal writing; full-time proposal writing experience preferred.
• Proven experience developing successful proposals for major donors, especially EU, FCDO, AfDB, GAC, etc.
• Demonstrated experience in gathering and analyzing donor intelligence to inform programming strategies.
• Demonstrated experience working in a range of different contexts in Africa.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Development Studies, International Relations, Economics, Agriculture, or related field, or equivalent experience. Master's degree preferred.

Required Competencies
ChildFund's Core Competencies

• Teamwork: the ability to work effectively and collaborate with others; values and respects individual differences.
• Communication: demonstrates empathy and tact when communicating with others and uses a storytelling approach when appropriate.
• Results orientation: gets things done; takes proactive steps to achieve organizational goals and quality standards.
• Decision making: uses good judgement, critical thinking, and non-traditional ways to evaluate problems and opportunities; reflects and innovates to improve decisions and outcomes.
• Resilience: thrives and grows in rapidly changing, demanding, and complex environments.
• Digital literacy: adopts and champions new technology to relevant contexts, stays aware of technological trends and embraces technological solutions to business challenges.

Other Required Competencies

• The ability to read, speak, and write fluently in English. Fluency in French or a local African language is a plus.
• Excellent technical writing and editing skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information into compelling narratives.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills, with attention to detail and the ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Capacity-building and facilitation skills to support non-writers in contributing to high-quality proposals.
• The ability to work effectively in a multi-national, matrixed environment and in a hybrid environment.
• Willingness to innovate and iterate in support of ChildFund's growth goals.