Volunteer Fundraising Volunteer

What will you be doing?

Identify new opportunities to raise funds for WENDO. Guide trustees and other volunteers in fundraising initiatives.  Coordinate with the communications team to produce social media materials encouraging the public to financially support WENDO. Contact potential donors for inquiries on potential funding or support to WENDO charity activities. Research and apply to for relevant funds from different grant making bodies. Liaise with the programs team to devel letter of inquiries and concept notes to potential donors.  Respond to inquiries and queries from donors in consultation with other WENDO personel.  Gather information and impact stories with support from the communications and Kenya teams to support different fund raising channels.  Administer donors and funding datases, monitoring upcoming grants and donor deadlines.  Participating in different donor and fundraising forums to stay updated on latest fundraising trends and best practices. 

What are we looking for?

You will have a passion for women empowerment initiatives Excellent written and verbal communication skills Creativity and innovation with skills in developing effective fundraising campaigns Past experience in fundraising Knowledge and experience graphic design including graphics designs software’s (Adobe in Design) is preferred. Knowledge in digital navigation and crowd funding. Knowledge of go fund me crowd funding is desired. Knowledge of marketing and markets analysis is desired. Previous marketing or digital fundraising experience desired.

What difference will you make?

You will contribute to reaching and empowering women and girls by playing an active role in raising the capital required to support the charity’s objectives. You will play an important role in the success and sustainability of the charity, helping to fulfil its mission effectively. You will provide a platform in which potential donors can support causes and meet their charitable mission.