Grant Writer

The School of St Jude is a charity funded school that provides a quality FREE education to approximately 1,600 primary and secondary children from the poorest communities in Arusha. Additionally, the school now provides employment to over 400 Tanzanians and purchases the essential goods required to run the school everyday from local people. The ripple effect is incredibly wide spread.

We are seeking an individualto join our Marketing Team as the Grant Writer, based in Arusha, Tanzania. The Granter Writer is responsible for conducting research and identifying potential opportunities for funding that the school is eligible to receive.

A minimum commitment of 12 months is required

Key Responsibilities:

• Research government, international development agencies, foundation and corporate grants
• Establish and maintain relationships with funders
• Facilitate, write, review and edit grant applications
• Gather budget materials for applications and ensure compliance with funding requirements
• Maintain the Grants section of St Jude's database (Donor Perfect).Log and track applications and update major donor information

Knowledge, skills & attributes

• Exceptional writing and editing skills; ability to write clear, structured, articulate and persuasive proposals

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Outstanding attention to detail
• Ability to multi task while working on numerous projects at once
• Excellent time management skills
• Previous experience with proposal writing
• Strong computer skills

To be a successful St Jude's volunteers, you will:

• Be flexible, open-minded, tolerant and appreciate the complexities of working in a rapidly growing charity in a developing country
• Have a passion for our mission and a strong desire to make a positive difference performing a variety of tasks; from the mundane to the fun and interesting!
• Work well independently and as part of a team of Tanzanian staff and international volunteers
• Have good emotional and physical health and the energy and drive to take on new challenges

Living Allowance:

International volunteers receive a monthly living allowance which is enough to live on but not enough to fund travel around Africa. For further information regarding volunteering at The School of St Jude please visit our website www.schoolofstjude.org

How to apply

If you are interested in joining our team then send your application tohradmin@schoolofstjude.co.tz

Applications should include:

• A letter of application
• A Curriculum Vitae/Resume
• Application Form