Development Officer at Makerere University

Job Title: Development Officer  ( Re- advertised) (2)

Organisation: Makerere University

Location:  Kampala

Expiry Date: 31st December 2013

Reports to:      Deputy Director

Salary Scale:    Makerere University M6

Required Qualification:

• At least a Masters Degree in Business or Economic Policy and Planning or Related discipline
• Professional qualifications in fundraising will be an added advantage.

Required Experience:

• Not less than three years progressive professional experience in Financial Services and / or related   positions.

• Exposure with fundraising is required for this position.  Applicants must be familiar with Institutional fundraising.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Facilitate the development and strengthening of relationships between key donor prospects (including alumni) and Makerere University Constituent colleges.
• Assist the Deputy Director and Director in developing strong relationships between fundraising prospects and the Colleges of Makerere University.
• Prepare stewardship reports, develop and co-ordinate the production of fundraising and appreciation materials in close liaison with the respective Colleges and the Public Relations Office.
• In liaison with Research Assistants to identify key prospects, qualify them and develop an appropriate strategy for developing the relationship.
• Oversee the development and implementation of prospect relationship management system & provide regular written reports.
• Participate in department strategies and solution in implementation of relevant Council policies.
• Any Other duties that may be assigned in the normal course of doing business.

Essential Skills and Competencies:

•           Networking skills,

•           Time management,

•           Attention to detail, consistency, proficiency, diligence and hard work.

Age limit:  Below 50 years.

Tenure of appointment: Permanent Terms of Service.

How to Apply

Please submit your application, Curriculum Vitae, Certificates and Transcripts (3 copies each set) giving full details of applicants’ education, qualifications, work experience, present salary and naming three referees, plus their postal addresses. Applicants should make sure that at least two referees have forwarded references concerning their application by the closing date.

Applications should be delivered to the Appointments Board Office, Room 406, Top Floor, Main Building, Makerere University, and addressed to:

The Director

Human Resources

P.O. Box 7062

Kampala.