We are looking for a Proposal and Grant Manager to form an integral part of the Partnerships team. The role includes writing grant applications and reports, supporting internal processes and managing our CRM. As the Proposal and Grant Manager, you will leverage your grant writing and reporting experience from established organisations, either funders or large-scale grant recipients (such as international NGOs) to support the team. You will be responsible for driving your own projects and gathering input across the organization, and will be able to develop professionally as part of an experienced and highly motivated team. 

• Lead new grant applications, and coordinate the overall proposal writing process, whilst utilizing input from our Government, Operations, Finance and other teams

• Create high quality reports for our current partners, including progress on project implementation, success field stories, and updates on agreed KPIs. 

• Support the Partnerships team with management of internal CRM and general process management.

• Conduct research to identify prospective donors including bilateral/multilateral donors, foundations, individuals, and others.

• Arrange and host field visits for donors and other partners across Kenya, being able to act as EIDU’s representative and answer their program questions (on an as-needed basis).

• At least 2+ years of direct experience in fundraising (required), ideally more.

• Excellent communication and writing skills in English (required).

• Familiarity with numbers, budgets and spreadsheets (Excel) (required).

• Experience in the education sector and familiarity with key concepts and players in this space (required).

• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with people at all levels of the organisation and from diverse backgrounds and cultures. 

• Ability to work in a start-up environment navigating complex and fast-changing circumstances. 

• Highly organised person with strong attention to detail and process management skills. 

• Ability to work reliably and strive for end-to-end project ownership. 

• The desire to use your skills to bring about positive social change for underprivileged children.

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Business Administration, NGO Management, International Relations or Communications) is an advantage. 

• An international and passionate team located in Kenya and Germany, who support and help each other grow to achieve the audacious goal of high quality education for all

• An open environment where feedback is welcomed, promoting mutual growth and transparency;

• Contributing directly to solving a pressing global problem by improving what we do and how we do it on a daily basis;

• Rapid personal development & opportunity to take on responsibility and have significant impact;

• A modern company culture that emphasises transparency and freedom. We care about results, and believe people work best when given the freedom to structure their work themselves, so there is a high degree of flexibility with regard to working hours and vacations, and the option to work from home up to four days per week;

• Exciting field visits to our partner schools to see your impact firsthand and meet our teachers and learners;

• Social impact like no one else: we are working to fix one of the world’s biggest problem