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Are you looking for Administrative jobs in Uganda 2024? If yes, then you might be interested in Partnership And Development Officer job at ENCOT Microfinance Ltd
Kampala, Uganda
Full-time
About the Organisation
Founded in 2006, ENCOT is a microfinance institution that provides financial services for low-income people in Uganda so that they can create their own jobs, increase household incomes and improve their livelihoods.
Serving over 20,000 clients in 12 districts of the Mid-Western and Central region(s) of Uganda, ENCOT Microfinance Limited (ENCOT) is a social impact, fast-growing, and innovative MFI operating a network of 10 Branches in Hoima, Masindi, Kigumba, Kagadi, Nakasongola, Kawempe, Luweero, Bweyale, Katikara and Karuguuza. ENCOT’s mission is to provide inclusive financial services to micro and small enterprise communities in Uganda.
ENCOT is seeking to recruit dynamic, self-motivated, and result-oriented professionals to urgently fill the
following positions;
Job Title
Partnership And Development Officer job at ENCOT Microfinance Ltd
ENCOT Microfinance Ltd
Job Description
The role of the Partnerships & Resource Mobilization Officer is to mobilize and support ENCOT leadership to identify, capture, and develop funding opportunities; ensure effective strategic partnerships and donor relationships; support in developing a highly effective and responsive resource mobilization team, and foster effective and responsive cross-functional participation in resource mobilization from other internal and external sources.
This role will have a direct reporting line to the Business Development Manager and will work closely with the Finance and Administration Manager.
Duties and Responsibilities
To identify, pursue, and negotiate strategic partnership opportunities that align with the ENCOT's objectives and listing them and sharing the information with the Business Development Manager and Finance & Administration Manager.
To assist with funding proposal writing processes. This involves writing project and budget plan proposals and coordinating with the different stakeholders with the aim of sometimes jointly submitting a project proposal.
To assist in developing a fund generation and resource mobilization Workplan and constantly follow-up the implementation of the plan. This involves designing and writing materials for communications with different prospective donors and agencies.
To develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of the company's products/services to effectively communicate value propositions to partners.
To cultivate and maintain relationships with existing and potential partners, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
To collaborate cross-functionally with internal teams to develop strategic plans and initiatives to drive partnership success.
To monitor market trends and competitor activities to identify potential partnership opportunities and threats
To track and report on key metrics, evaluate partnership effectiveness, and recommend improvements or changes as necessary.
To stay updated with industry developments and emerging technologies to identify new partnership opportunities
To assist in mobilizing non-financial resources from private sectors entities, individuals and corporate agencies.
To coordinate processing of agreements in connection with funding opportunities and ensure effective and timely follow-up in terms of submission of reports to the donors and grant renewal proposals.
To undertake all other relevant activities as and when assigned by the Business Development Manager and Finance & Administration Manager respectively.
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Qualifications and Competencies
A Bachelor’s degree, preferably in a relevant field is required.
At least a year of relevant hands-on experience in similar field.
Excellent Time Management
Attention to detail
Ability to creatively solve problems
Good analytical skills in developing and implementing resource mobilization strategies
Ability to work effectively in teams
Ability to prioritize workload and demonstrate deliverables/outcomes. Initiative taker, self-motivation and a commitment to continuously work results oriented
Negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills.
Computer literacy and ability to effectively use a variety of software particularly
Demonstrated passion for improving the lives of the poor.
How to Apply
Qualified and interested candidates should submit their applications in PDF format (Cover Letter, CV, and Copies of relevant academic documents) by emailing hr@encot.org. All applications should be addressed as below:
The Human Resource Officer
ENCOT Microfinance Ltd
Plot 88 Port Road, Masindi
P.O. BOX 389, Masindi
Any documents submitted to ENCOT for application shall not be recalled.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.