Executive Director

4 weeks ago

Lagos, Nigeria UNOCASA Limited Full time

Job / Role Summary

  • The Executive Director is the key management leader of the Foundation. This role is responsible for providing strategic leadership and oversight, ensuring the effective execution of the organization’s mission and goals.
  • The Executive Director will be instrumental in driving grant writing initiatives, fundraising efforts, and program development.
  • This role involves working closely with the Board of Directors, staff, and external stakeholders to advance the foundation's impact.

Key Responsibilities
Leadership and Strategic Oversight:

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive strategic plan aligned with the foundation's mission and vision.
  • Provide overall leadership and direction to the foundation's staff and programmes.
  • Lead on organisational culture, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • Engage in strategic planning and implementation, including the planning and operation of the annual budget.

Fundraising and Financial Management:

  • Prioritise securing funding through grant writing and donation campaigns. Identify potential grant opportunities, prepare and submit grant proposals, and cultivate relationships with grant-making organisations.
  • Lead and manage fundraising drives to secure additional resources for the organisation’s programmes and initiatives.
  • Develop and deliver compelling pitches to potential donors, partners, and stakeholders. Create and maintain pitch decks that effectively communicate the organisation’s mission, impact, and financial needs.
  • Oversee the financial and administrative management of the organisation, including budget planning and resource allocation.
  • Ensure the organisation operates within budget guidelines, maintaining sound financial practices.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with donors, grant-makers, and the funding community, actively seeking out new revenue streams.

Grant writing:

  • Oversee and lead the grant writing process, including identifying grant opportunities, preparing and submitting grant applications, and following up on grant proposals.
  • Build and maintain relationships with grant-making organizations to ensure successful funding outcomes.
  • Monitor and evaluate the impact of grant-funded programs to ensure compliance with grant requirements and effective use of resources.

Programme Development:

  • Identify and develop new programme areas aligned with the foundation's mission.
  • Oversee the design, implementation, and evaluation of foundation programmes.
  • Collaborate with programme staff to ensure programme effectiveness.

Board and Committee Engagement:

  • Serve as the primary liaison between the Board of Directors and staff.
  • Provide regular updates on the foundation's activities and progress.
  • Oversee organisation board and committee meetings.
  • Assure the organisation has a long-range strategy that achieves its vision and mission.

External Relations and Communications:

  • Lead on publicising the activities of the organisation, its programmes, and goals.
  • Establish sound working relationships and cooperative arrangements with community groups and organisations.
  • Represent the programmes and viewpoints of the organisation to agencies, organisations, and the general public.

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree e.g., MBA, MPA preferred.
  • Minimum 8 years of experience in nonprofit management, fundraising, or a related field.
  • Strong leadership and strategic planning skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proven track record of successful Grant writing and fundraising.
  • Knowledge of Grant writing regulations and compliance requirements.
  • Experience managing and developing teams

Skills:

  • Highly analytical with negotiating and critical thinking skills.
  • Good networking and presentation skills.
  • Strong financial management skills, including budget preparation, analysis, and reporting.
  • Familiarity with office productivity tools, project management tools, and accounting software.

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