Business development and Resource Mobilization Specialist

About Us:

Positive Action for Development (PAD) is a leading organization dedicated to fostering a just, compassionate, and inclusive society. Guided by our core values of optimism, integrity, excellence, and meaningful action, we are committed to driving impactful change through sustainable development initiatives. We seek a highly skilled Resource Mobilization Expert to join our dynamic team—someone whose attributes align with our mission and values.

Position Overview:

We are in search of a Resource Mobilization Specialization with a proven track record in leading fundraising efforts. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional proposal writing skills and extensive experience in donor engagement, demonstrating a strong ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement effective resource mobilization strategies to secure funding and support for our projects.
• Write high-quality proposals for grants and funding opportunities, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Engage with donors and partners to foster strong relationships and enhance collaboration.
• Demonstrate practical achievements in resource mobilization and grant writing.
• Conduct networking activities to expand our funding base and enhance organizational visibility.
• Provide analytical insights and strategic recommendations to improve fundraising efforts.

Qualifications:

• PhD in a relevant field.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in grant writing and resource mobilization, preferably within the NGO sector.
• Proven capacity for networking and establishing productive relationships.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to synthesize complex information into actionable strategies.
• Willingness to work on either a part-time or full-time basis, depending on organizational needs.

What We Offer:

• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• The chance to make a significant impact in the community through your work.

No required: one

Duty Station: Addis Ababa

Female applicants are encouraged to apply

Equal Employment Opportunity

Positive Action for Development (PAD) promotes fairness, equity, and diversity in the workplace. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of gender, age, disability, ethnicity, religion, or other personal status. Hiring decisions are made based on skills, experience, and suitability for the role.

We are committed to creating a respectful and inclusive environment where all staff can thrive, contribute meaningfully, and grow professionally.

Zero Tolerance for Misconduct

PAD has zero tolerance for any form of abuse, harassment, exploitation, or misuse of power. We take safeguarding seriously and expect all staff, volunteers, and partners to follow our policies and uphold our values at all times. All successful candidates will go through background checks and be required to follow PAD’s code of conduct and safeguarding principles.

Recruitment Flexibility

PAD reserves the right to recruit more than one candidate from this announcement or keep qualified applicants in our database for future similar roles.

Important Notice on Recruitment Fraud

PAD does not request any payment at any stage of the recruitment process. If you receive any suspicious messages claiming to be from PAD, please report them to our office through official contact channels. www.padethiopia.org