Support Project Proposal writing to help submit Higher Quality Project Proposals to Donor Agencies

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As a small NGO, we are in urgent need of grants to fund our humanitarian projects in western Kenya. With your help in writing and submitting high-quality grant proposals to donor agencies, we can access the funding we need in order to continue alleviating poverty and improving living conditions.

We are now seeking UNV online volunteers who can help us submit high-quality Grant Proposals to Donor Agencies whose scope of operation covers Kenya.

Responsibilities:

• Research and prepare written proposals for Grants, gather and format information to meet grant requirements and, ensure compliance with funding requirements.

• Meet proposal deadlines by establishing priorities and target dates for information gathering, writing, review, approval and transmittal.

-Proof reading, editing and revising of proposals for transmittal to relevant Donor Agencies.

Requirements:

• Bachelor' degree in English, Journalism or related field.

• Experience in grant writing, prospect research and general fundraising.

• High caliber writing, proof-reading and editing skills.

• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

• Detail orientated and possessing a high degree of initiative.

• Time management skills and the ability to meet target deadlines outlined in the Grant requirements.

Committed

Passion for International Development

An interest to help to expand the scale of a local NGO (small).

Experience in grant writing, prospect research and general fundraising.

High caliber writing, proof-reading and editing skills.

Time management skills and the ability to meet target deadlines outlined in the Grant requirements.

Enthusiasm and passion for being a part of a time that envisions a better tomorrow.