Trustee - Fundraising Lead

What will you be doing?

The person that we are seeking will be a volunteer Trustee on the board of TWK (UK) responsible leading the charity's efforts to bring in much-needed funding for our important projects.

This will involve working closely with other Board Members and charity volunteers to:

• Set and lead the overall fundraising strategy for TWK
• Identify, cultivate and secure major donors, trusts, foundations and corporate partners.
• Lead on grant and funding applications, including shaping strong cases for support.
• Open doors through personal and professional networks.
• Oversee and support fundraising campaigns and events, by working with volunteers and where necessary managing a fundraising subcommittee.
• Monitor fundraising performance and report back to the board.

Hours are very flexible and will involve working from home in your own time. Board meetings are held fortnightly by Google Meet.

What are we looking for?

Essential Skills

• Passion for charity work and the Vision of our charity.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to create and maintain relationships
• Being creative to constantly find new ways to raise funds
• A track record of securing grants, gifts and partnerships

Desirable Skills

• Strategic thinker: Able to shape and lead a diversified fundraising approach
• Interest in or understanding of African and Maasai Culture.

What difference will you make?

The charity currently provides an excellent primary and secondary education to hundreds of disadvantaged Maasai children in Kenya, who would otherwise not receive this. We have recently expanded our objectives to also provide educational support, training and skills after secondary education, to help this community succeed and improve their lives. 

Through the repair of over 3000 broken hand pumps across Kenya, the charity has also restored water to more than 1 million people. 

Your involvement will help TWK to continue and expand its great work, and positively impact the lives of so many disadvantaged Kenyan people.  

Before you apply

Please provide a cover letter detailing why you are interested in this role and your relevant experience. 

If you have any questions, please contact us via Reach.