• Identify and share relevant grant and funding opportunities aligned with Catalyst Now’s mission.
• Assess funding opportunities against organisational priorities before recommending them.
• Maintain an updated funding calendar and proactively track upcoming deadlines.
• Support partnership development activities with donors, organisations, and social innovators.

Proposal Writing & Grant Applications

• Support preparation of grant proposals, concept notes, and funding applications.
• Draft initial proposal sections independently for review.
• Compile supporting documents and ensure applications are complete before submission.
• Track grant submission timelines and ensure deadlines are achieved.

Pipeline & Donor Administration

• Maintain accurate donor databases, partnership records, and funding pipelines.
• Update CRM systems, spreadsheets, and documentation platforms regularly.
• Track agreements, invoices, payments, and partnership commitments.
• Identify outstanding actions and escalate issues when necessary.

Internal Coordination & Communication

• Support scheduling and coordination of fundraising and partnership meetings.
• Prepare meeting agendas, briefing documents, and presentation materials.
• Record and circulate accurate meeting minutes within agreed timelines.
• Monitor action points and ensure teams remain updated on deadlines and priorities.

Partnership Support

• Work closely with the Fundraising Specialist and Resource Mobilization & Partnerships Team.
• Support communication with external partners, donors, and stakeholders.
• Assist in developing engagement plans for organisations and individuals.
• Contribute to strengthening relationships with strategic partners.

Qualifications and Requirements
Applicants should have:

• A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Development Studies, International Relations, Business Administration, Communications, Social Sciences, or related disciplines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluency in English.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience working with CRMs, spreadsheets, and digital documentation systems.
• Ability to analyse information and present ideas clearly.
• Strong coordination and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Experience Required
The ideal candidate should have experience or exposure in:

• Nonprofit fundraising.
• Grant writing and grant management.
• Partnership coordination.
• Donor relations.
• Programme administration.
• Operations support.
• Research and reporting.

Minimum Experience: 12 months
Education Level: Bachelor’s Degree
Working Hours: 8 hours per day
Key Skills Required
Partnership Development: Ability to build and maintain relationships with donors, organisations, and stakeholders.
Grant Management: Understanding of funding applications, proposal preparation, reporting requirements, and donor processes.
Research Skills: Ability to identify suitable funding opportunities and assess organisational alignment.
Communication Skills: Ability to prepare professional emails, proposals, reports, and partnership documents.
Project Coordination: Ability to track activities, deadlines, meetings, and deliverables effectively.
Digital Skills: Comfortable using CRM systems, Microsoft Excel, Google Workspace, and online collaboration tools.
Time Management: Ability to prioritise tasks and deliver quality work within deadlines.
Career Growth Opportunities
A Partnerships Fellow at Catalyst Now can gain valuable experience in:

• International nonprofit operations.
• Global partnerships and fundraising.
• Grant proposal development.
• Social innovation ecosystems.
• Donor relationship management.
• Remote collaboration with global teams.

The role provides an opportunity to build a career in NGO management, international development, partnerships, fundraising, and social impact programmes.
Why Apply for This Opportunity?
This role offers the chance to:

• Work remotely with a global social innovation organisation.
• Support initiatives addressing worldwide social challenges.
• Develop professional experience in fundraising and partnerships.
• Collaborate with international stakeholders.
• Build skills in nonprofit operations and programme management.

How to Apply
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the position may be filled before the deadline if a suitable candidate is identified.
Interested applicants should complete the application form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfHNM7ZO_RUIY5sCWMfAlee1Cp7H2I1AqiE3rdsOuGQk8NTAg/viewform
Application Deadline: Monday, 3 August 2026