Director, Fundraising and Partnerships

Position Summary:

The Director, Fundraising and Partnerships for Habitat for Humanity Africa will be a strategic leader responsible for raising the necessary resources including increased and diversified funding sources and relevant partners across the private sector, different levels of governments and multi-sector players to bring systemic changes to achieve the mission of Habitat in the region. The RD and Partnership will focus on major gifts prospects, corporates and donors in general while focusing on cultivating both local, national and regional fundraising opportunities. In addition, the position will provide guidance and support to the national organizations and partners to develop and implement effective fundraising strategies in close collaboration with Habitat for Humanity’s global fundraising teams, advocacy, and communications functions to amplify the impact of Habitat for Humanity’s initiatives in Africa. The Director will ensure that Habitat for Humanity Africa expands its reach and impact through strategic partnerships, a strong volunteer network, and advocacy for policy reforms that align with the organization’s mission of building homes and communities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Fundraising and Resource Mobilization

- Develop and support the implementation of a comprehensive fundraising strategy for Habitat for Humanity Africa, in collaboration with global fundraising teams such as GFOI, individual giving, and global fundraising networks.
- Identify and engage in collaboration with GFOI and RD teams, a diverse range of funding sources, including foundations, governments, corporate partners, major donors, and individual contributors.
- Support and coordinate the development of high-quality fundraising proposals, grant applications, and donor reports for Africa National Offices, in collaboration with global fundraising teams and communication teams to ensure alignment with broader organizational goals through appropriate and tailor-made capacity development on proposal writing and funding the acquisition of grants writers to support NOs where need be.
- Maintain and grow relationships with key donors, ensuring effective stewardship and recognition of their contributions.
- Monitor fundraising performance and collaborate with global teams to develop strategies to close funding gaps and ensure the achievement of revenue targets

2. Partnership Engagement and external representation

- Develop and support the implementation of Africa Region Advocacy Strategy Framework to influence housing policies and regulations across Africa, ensuring that Habitat for Humanity’s mission of promoting affordable housing and sustainable development is closely aligned with countries’ national priorities, while promoting inclusive, just and equitable access to decent housing.
- Support the development and implementation of a Comprehensive Volunteer Engagement Strategy for Africa region, in collaboration with global volunteer networks, to increase volunteer participation in Habitat for Humanity Africa’s programs.
- Build and nurture strategic partnerships with national and international organizations, the private sector, development agencies, and government bodies, in alignment with global strategies to advocate for policy changes that support Habitat for Humanity’s goals.
- Develop robust partnership engagement frameworks that support both local, national and regional MOUs that bring value-add to Habitat for Humanity work in Africa.
- Support the national and global advocacy campaigns, forums, and policy dialogues at regional and global levels, in collaboration with global advocacy teams.
- Work with the communications team to ensure Habitat for Humanity Africa’s key messages and impact are communicated effectively to global audiences through media, publications, and social media platforms.

3. Collaboration with Global Fundraising and Communications Teams

- Work closely with global fundraising teams (including GFOI, individual giving, and global funding networks) to align efforts and ensure consistent and coordinated fundraising activities.
- Collaborate with the communications team to amplify Habitat for Humanity Africa’s messaging, ensuring alignment with global campaigns and initiatives department, fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and results-oriented action.

4. Strategic Leadership

- Collaborate with Habitat for Humanity Africa’s senior leadership team and global fundraising teams to: o Oversee the management of budgets and resources allocated to partnerships, fundraising, and advocacy efforts, ensuring effective and transparent use of resources.
- Track and report progress on fundraising, partnership, and policy initiatives, providing regular updates to senior leadership and global fundraising teams on the impact and effectiveness of these efforts.
- Lead, mentor, and support a high-performing team within the resource development and partnerships units.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree with 15 years of relevant experience or Master’s degree with 10 years relevant experience in a related field: Built Environment Planning, international development, project management, sustainable development or a related field
• Specialization and/or professional certification in fundraising/ resource mobilization, policy and advocacy is preferred

Years of Related Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in fundraising, partnerships, policy advocacy, or a related area, ideally within a non-profit, international development, or corporate social responsibility context.
• Proven experience in developing and executing comprehensive fundraising strategies, particularly in a global or multi-country setting.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proven experience in developing and executing comprehensive fundraising strategies, particularly in a global or multi-country setting. (Highly Proficient proficiency)
• Experience working with a diverse set of stakeholders, including governments, private sector partners, donors, and grassroots organizations. (Proficient proficiency)
• Strong background in managing and growing strategic partnerships, particularly in sectors such as housing, community development, or sustainability (Highly Proficient proficiency)
• Experience in leading and managing teams, including mentoring and providing strategic guidance to junior staff.

Note: Closing date for application is on 9th February 2026.