HelpAge International Africa Resource Mobilisation and Partnerships Manager Jobs in Kenya
HelpAge International Africa Resource Mobilisation and Partnerships Manager Jobs in Kenya;Lead day‑to‑day opportunity development, donor cultivation and partnership engagement for the Africa Ageing Conference. Develop funding pipeline, investment case, donor cultivation strategy and external partnerships to support successful delivery and long‑term impact. Contribute to wider resource mobilisation priorities emerging from the Africa Plan and Africa Coordination Mechanism.
Responsibilities
Resource Mobilisation & Funding Development
Develop and implement resource mobilisation and partnership plan.
Maintain prioritised pipeline of funding, sponsorship and in‑kind opportunities.
Produce investment propositions, concept notes, proposals and pitch materials.
Progress opportunities from research to proposal and stewardship.
Strategic Partnerships & External Engagement
Identify and cultivate relationships with funders, sponsors and partners.
Represent HelpAge in approved external engagements.
Advise colleagues on partnership opportunities and risks.
Africa Ageing Conference Delivery
Lead fundraising and partnership workstream for the Conference.
Coordinate inputs with Conference Planning Team.
Support stewardship of funders and sponsors before, during and after the event.
Coordination & Internal Collaboration
Align activity with organisational priorities and fundraising processes.
Coordinate technical, financial, communications and risk inputs.
Maintain accurate records and provide regular reporting.
Wider Africa Resource Mobilisation
Contribute to mobilisation priorities from the Africa Plan.
Identify wider opportunities through relationships and intelligence.
Assess emerging opportunities and recommend progression.
Requirements
Essential
Degree or equivalent professional experience.
Substantial fundraising and partnership experience.
Experience managing
funding pipelines.
Experience supporting major conferences or multi‑stakeholder initiatives.
Strong prospect research and analysis skills.
Experience producing compelling investment propositions and partner communications.
Confidence engaging prospective funders and senior stakeholders.
Experience with civil society networks or coalitions.
Excellent written communication and coordination skills.
Ability to manage multiple relationships across countries and time zones.
Fluency in English.
Desirable
Knowledge of AU, RECs or UN coordination structures.
Experience securing support from institutional donors or philanthropies in Africa.
Knowledge of ageing, demographic change, health, social protection or inclusive development.
Experience in conference sponsorship or corporate engagement.
French, Portuguese or Arabic language skills.
Key Behavioural Competencies
Working Collaboratively with Others.
Adaptability and Flexibility.
Supporting and Facilitating Change.
Extending HelpAge’s Reach and Impact.
Diversity and Inclusion.
Leading Others (for managers).
Safeguarding & Code of Conduct
Adhere to HelpAge International’s Code of Conduct and safeguarding policies.
Prevent harm and abuse in all operations.
Report safeguarding incidents using internal mechanisms.
Complete mandatory safeguarding training and comply with vetting procedures.
What We Offer
Opportunity to lead flagship continental platform on ageing.
Work within a collaborative, inclusive and values‑driven organisation.
Employment subject to satisfactory references and screening checks.
How to apply
Qualified and experienced candidates are encouraged to review the full Job Description and submit their Cover Letter and CV to Jobs@helpage.org no later than 23 September 2026.
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