Fundraising and Grant Writing Mentor

We’re looking for a Fundraising and Grant Writing Mentor who can volunteer remotely from home for 3 months then in country for 3 months and finally remotely from home again for 3 months.

• This assignment seeks to develop and implement a fundraising strategy targeting Australian donors and grant opportunities. 
• To be considered for this role, you’ll need a relevant degree or experience in fundraising, communications, international development, nonprofit management, or a related field.
• As a volunteer, you will support the implementation of effective donor management systems, including donor communication, stewardship, and impact reporting.

About the Partner Organisation 

Kafika House, based in Arusha, is a rehabilitative surgery program in northern Tanzania. It provides a home away from home for children receiving pre- and post-operative care and rehabilitation for a surgically treatable disability. Kafika House's scope of practice encompasses patient recruitment through outreach, preoperative care, surgical care at one of partner hospitals, and full recuperation and rehabilitation.

The volunteer will work with the team to strategically mobilise resources, support proposal writing and management of donor relations. The volunteer’s expertise will be utilised to strengthen the program impact as well as their financial sustainability.

About the Australian Volunteers Program  

The Australian Volunteers Program is an Australian government-funded initiative. We support partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to achieve locally led change.  

Volunteers are supported throughout their volunteer journey. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds and abilities to volunteer and aim to make the program as accessible and inclusive as possible. If you have accessibility requirements, please contact us to discuss how we can support you to volunteer with us - inclusion@australianvolunteers.com. Learn more about our commitment to inclusion.