The Partnerships and Resource Mobilization Specialist will work closely with the Regional Program Manager and Regional Director to develop and implement SIHA’S fundraising strategy, identify strategic partnerships and support communications with donors, and coordinate the development of project proposals.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities:

1. Strategy & oversight

Lead and contribute to the development of the Fundraising Strategy aligning with SIHA’s vision, mission, and core values.
Work with the Regional Programme Manager and SIHA Country Lead Coordinators to develop and implement an annual fundraising plan.
Research and provide input on funding and sector trends and identify opportunities to ensure the SIHA is well-positioned to meet its strategic goals.
Identify and develop strategic partnerships with like-minded organizations to achieve SIHA’s programmatic and fundraising goals.
2. Fundraising

Update the donor mapping and identify relevant call for proposals and funding opportunities.
Coordinate and review concept notes by Programme/country teams.
Compile and lead the development of compelling cases for support and the submission of proposals for major donors and partners.
Lead the design of project proposals, ensuring input from relevant staff and partners; work closely with the finance team to prepare budgets.
Support communications with donors / convey the organization's mission, vision, and programmes to donors and partners.
Coordinate due diligence / capacity assessment processes required by donors prior to signing agreements.
Design and implement fundraising appeals in collaboration with the Communications and Advocacy Team including developing period campaign messaging.
Support staff capacity building in gender/conflict analysis and proposal writing.
Track fundraising income, administer all fundraising data and ensure accurate records are maintained.
Develop a good understanding of SIHA's programmes, including research and advocacy work, and operational approaches.
Qualifications for the position need to be added

Bachelor's or master's degree in project management, international development, gender studies, international law or any other relevant field.
Minimum of five years of experience in fundraising, proposal writing, and partnership building, with a demonstrated track record of successfully leading the development of multi-partner/multi-country projects.
Demonstrated ability to conduct gender and conflict analysis, design logical frameworks, articulate theories of change.
Proven capacity to analyze funding trends and develop budgets.
Good understanding of women’s rights issues in the context of the Greater Horn of Africa.
Experience in project management and/or monitoring and evaluation preferred.