Position Summary

Reporting to the Head of Region – Africa and working closely with Teach For All’s Global Development Team and CEO, the Senior Director will be instrumental in developing and executing the regional fundraising strategy. The role encompasses building and nurturing an engaged community of philanthropists, family foundations, and corporate donors who share our mission to address educational inequities globally. To excel in this position, the ideal candidate must possess extensive experience working across diverse national contexts within the region and be authorized to work in the region. This role involves close collaboration with network partners and prospective allies to secure resources and cultivate enduring relationships. We seek a candidate with a strong fundraising background and a deep commitment to educational equity.

Duties And Responsibilities

Strategy and Execution (30%)

• Collaborate closely with the Head of Region – Africa, the Global Development Team, and Teach For All’s CEO to formulate and execute a robust strategy for building and nurturing a thriving donor pipeline specific to the region.
• Take ownership of a diverse portfolio of donors, employing a strategic approach encompassing identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship working in close partnership with Teach For All’s Global Development Team.
• Own and manage a robust portfolio of donors by creating and executing strategies for the identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of current and new donors
• Develop a strategy and execute on planning events and learning opportunities for Africa based supporters and prospects.
• Identify ways to ensure Teach For All is an influential global voice among major donors, Africa champions, Connectors and policy makers.
• Providing effective capacity building support on external operations to partner’s external staff.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with existing donors, ensuring ongoing engagement and stewardship.
• Acknowledge donor contributions and provide regular updates on the impact of their support.
• Develop and implement donor recognition strategies.

Network Partner and Prospective Partners Support (40%)

• Engage in collaborative assessments with network partners to gain a deep understanding of their specific fundraising needs, providing strategic guidance tailored to their unique contexts.
• Provide network partners with comprehensive training, valuable resources, and best practices to elevate their fundraising capabilities, fostering their self-sufficiency.
• Serve as a vital liaison, fostering seamless communication and collaboration between Teach For All and our network partners, enhancing our collective efforts.
• Identify and proactively engage with prospective partners, including foundations, corporations, and high-net-worth individuals, who share a profound alignment with Teach For All’s mission.
• Cultivate and nourish meaningful relationships with potential donors, ensuring a sustainable and enduring commitment to our cause.
• Craft persuasive proposals and compelling presentations that vividly illustrate Teach For All’s profound impact and underscore our funding requirements, driving support and investment in our mission.
• Collaborate closely with the Fundraising and External Strategy Consultants who support the operations of the Africa giving pipeline, working together to achieve common goals and objectives.
• Partner with programmatic staff to advance shared goals, fostering collaboration between development and program teams for maximum impact.
• Develop strong relationships and deep insights to position yourself as a thought leader within Teach For All’s network. Serve as a valuable resource for network partners seeking funding and support from high-net-worth individuals, family foundations, and corporate entities.

Written and Oral Communications (20%)

• Create and compose persuasive proposals and support requests in collaboration with Teach For All’s Global Development Communications team, ensuring they resonate with potential donors and align with our mission.
• Draft various communications and support requests on behalf of the Head of Region and other key stakeholders, maintaining a consistent and professional tone.
• Develop appropriate recognition opportunities and benefits for donors, ensuring effective stewardship of gifts and donor relationships.
• Cultivate a deep understanding of programmatic priorities to represent the organization convincingly to external constituents. Establish connections between donor interests and Teach For All’s priorities.
• Take the lead in setting agendas and managing upward communication with the regional lead to ensure clarity on desired outcomes, aligning efforts with regional goals and objectives.

Systems and Operations (10%)

• Oversee and maintain efficient operations and systems within the Africa giving portfolio, the Africa Regional team, the Global Development team, and the broader organization to ensure seamless functioning.
• Utilize Salesforce and other data tracking systems effectively to gather insights and information that inform donor cultivation strategies, enhancing the effectiveness of fundraising efforts.
• Collaborate closely with the Senior External Associate, Africa to sustain and enhance the giving pipeline and systems, ensuring the continuous improvement of processes and operations.

Requirements

• Minimum of 10 years or more of relevant professional experience with a proven track record of securing significant gifts and grants
• Demonstrated expertise in formulating and executing a strategic fundraising plan
• Results-driven, strategic thinker with the capacity to set and achieve ambitious fundraising goals
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate and maintain strong relationships with existing donors, ensuring ongoing engagement and stewardship.
• Proven ability to manage a diverse portfolio of donors effectively, from identification to stewardship
• Skill in developing and implementing effective donor recognition strategies.
• Proficiency in living and working across diverse national contexts within the region.
• Experience having managed a unit/team required
• Experience of coaching senior leaders

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong collaborative skills, working closely with the Head of Region, Global Development Team, and CEO to build and nurture a thriving donor pipeline
• Ability to identify opportunities for Teach For All to become a prominent voice among major donors, champions, Connectors, and policymakers
• Experience in providing capacity-building support to external staff of partner organizations
• Collaborative mindset, working alongside network partners to assess their fundraising needs and provide strategic guidance
• Ability to offer training, resources, and best practices to enhance network partners’ fundraising capacity
• Effective communication skills in serving as a liaison between Teach For All and network partners
• Track record of building and nurturing relationships with potential donors to secure long-term support
• Strong proposal development and presentation skills to showcase Teach For All’s impact and funding needs.
• Proficiency in crafting compelling proposals and support requests in collaboration with Teach For All’s Global Development Communications team.
• Ability to cultivate a deep understanding of programmatic priorities and establish connections between donor interests and Teach For All’s priorities.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills to position oneself as a thought leader within Teach For All’s network and serve as a valuable resource for network partners seeking funding and support.
• Demonstrated ability to cultivate and maintain relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders