Fundraising Officer

Job Description – Fundraising Officer

Reports to: Executive Director / Deputy Managing Director

Location: Kigali

About the Organization

RWANDA KOLPING SOCIETY is an membership organization NGO founded in 2008. Based in Rugazi agglomeration, Ruyenzi Cell, Runda Sector, Kamonyi District, Southern Province.

As the organization grows, we are committed to become a strong, financially sustainable, membership-based organization.

To strengthen our long-term sustainability, we seek a Fundraising Officer to establish and lead our fundraising function.

Purpose of the Position

The Fundraising & Resource Mobilization Officer plays a key role in supporting the organization's transition towards long-term financial sustainability. The position is responsible for developing and implementing the organization's first fundraising and resource mobilization strategy, diversifying funding sources, strengthening public visibility, and building long-term partnerships that contribute to a financially independent and sustainable organization. The position requires regular travel to project locations, donor meetings, networking events, and fundraising activities within the country and strong contacts with national or international partners.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and implement a comprehensive Fundraising and Resource Mobilization Strategy.

Design a sustainable fundraising concept with measurable annual targets.

Identify and pursue funding opportunities from institutional donors, foundations, corporate partners, embassies, and individuals.

Prepare high-quality concept notes, grant proposals, and donor applications.

Design, coordinate, and implement fundraising campaigns and events.

Lead public relations and communication activities.

Develop communication materials, success stories, newsletters, brochures, and annual reports.

Manage and strengthen the organization's website and social media presence.

Build and maintain relationships with donors, partners, and sponsors.

Coordinate donor reporting with program and finance teams.

Maintain a donor database and fundraising pipeline.

Monitor fundraising performance and recommend improvements.

Qualifications & Competencies

Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field.

Minimum 5 years' experience in NGO fundraising or resource mobilization.

Proven proposal writing and donor engagement experience.

Strong communication, networking, and public relations skills.

Creativity in developing fundraising campaigns.

Knowledge of digital fundraising and marketing is an advantage.

High integrity, initiative, and results orientation.

Note:

Only candidates with the right qualifications and relevant experience shall be shortlisted and contacted.

Incomplete applications shall not be accepted.

Deadline: 05th November, 2026

Done on October 15, 2026

On behalf of Managing team:

Mrs MUJAWAMARIYA Dancille

RWANDA KOLPING SOCIETYZZ

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