We are hiring a Grants & Partnerships Officer for a NGO (Education & Literacy)

Job title: Grants & Partnerships Manager

Industry: Education & Literacy (NGO)

Location: Muyenga

Job Duties:

  • Lead the development and submission of grant proposals, concept notes, and funding applications in alignment with program goals.
  • Manage donor relations, including timely communication, updates, and acknowledgments to maintain positive and productive partnerships.
  • Prepare and submit high-quality reports to donors, ensuring compliance with funding agreements and deadlines.
  • Identify new local and international funding opportunities and partnerships aligned with the organization’s mission.
  • Coordinate cross-functional input from programs, finance, and M&E teams to support proposal development and reporting.
  • Maintain an organized grant tracking system for deadlines, deliverables, and reporting timelines.
  • Represent the organization in meetings with donors, networks, and other relevant stakeholders to promote visibility and credibility.

KPIs:

  • Number of proposals submitted
  • Funds raised
  • Donor retention rate
  • Timely report submissions

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies, Communications, Project Management, or a related field (Master’s degree is an added advantage).
  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in grant writing, fundraising, or partnerships management, preferably in the nonprofit sector.
  • Proven track record in securing donor funding from foundations, NGOs, bilateral or multilateral agencies.
  • Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills with an eye for detail and clarity.
  • Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
  • Strong interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Familiarity with donor compliance, proposal budgeting, and reporting procedures.

How to Apply: Interested individuals may send their applications, including application letter, CV in PDF and copies of academic documents to education@donswift.co.ug

Deadline: 15th August 2025

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Category: Education
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Muyenga

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