POSITION SUMMARY:

The Business Development and Partnerships Associate will help identify funding opportunities, coordinate proposal development, and maintain strong relationships with donors, partners, and stakeholders working in the refugee and humanitarian sector. This role will contribute to the organization’s growth and sustainability by supporting resource mobilization, strategic partnerships, and donor engagement

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Business Development and Resource Mobilization

• Identify and track funding opportunities relevant to refugee and humanitarian programming.
• Support the preparation of concept notes, proposals, and grant applications.
• Contribute to the development of fundraising strategies and donor engagement plans.
• Maintain a pipeline of funding opportunities.

Donor and Stakeholder Engagement

• Maintain strong communication with donors and partners.
• Prepare donor briefing materials and presentations.
• Support donor visits and stakeholder engagement events.
• Coordinate communication between internal teams and external partners.

Proposal Development and Grant Coordination

• Update and Manage the Grant Management System (GMS)
• Coordinate internal inputs for proposal development from program, finance, and monitoring teams.
• Ensure proposals align with donor priorities and organizational strategy.
• Support the preparation of supporting documentation.

Partnerships and Networking

• Identify and map potential with NGOs, community organizations, and private sector partners for collaboration and inclusion in proposals.
• Draft Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) and support partner due diligence processes in collaboration with operations and program teams.
• Maintain a comprehensive partnerships database, tracking engagement, collaboration opportunities, and follow-ups.
• Strengthen collaboration with humanitarian actors operating in refugee contexts.
• Represent the organization in coordination meetings and partnership forums.

Research and Sector Analysis

• Conduct research on donor priorities, humanitarian funding trends, and partnership opportunities.
• Track developments in the refugee and humanitarian sector in Kenya and the region.
• Provide insights to inform strategic decision-making.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in communication, Public Relations, International Relations, Marketing, Business Administration, Social Sciences or a related field, preferably with an international development focus.
• 1–2 years of professional experience in resource mobilization, communications/advocacy, or donor engagement within the humanitarian and/or human rights sector.
• Proven experience in grant writing, proposal development, and donor communication.
• Familiarity with institutional donors, corporate partners, private foundations, and emerging/non-traditional funding sources is an added advantage.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with demonstrated ability to support successful proposal submissions and communicate with diverse stakeholders
• Skilled in researching and synthesizing funding opportunities to inform strategic decision-making.
• Organizational and Coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 and experience with GMS or similar donor management systems.
• Knowledge of the Accountability to Affected Populations (AAP) framework.
• Awareness of Protection from Sexual Exploitation and Abuse (PSEA) and Anti-Fraud principles.

Remuneration: Gross of 79,875 per month

HIRING PROCESS:

We are committed to a fair and respectful hiring process, and we do our absolute best to respond to every applicant. We prioritize communication and transparency with all candidates, even those who are not moving forward. Here’s a snapshot of our hiring process:

Step 1: Submit your application!

Step 2: Phone screen with a HIAS recruiter.

Step 3: Video interview with the hiring manager.

Step 4: Video interview with a panel of HIAS employees.

Step 5: Online reference check with SkillSurvey.

Step 6: Offer and background check with Shield Screening or ESR.

Step 7: Start your professional journey with HIAS!

Note: Some of our hiring processes may vary, and not all candidates will advance to each step.

ABOUT US:

Over one hundred years ago, the Jewish community founded HIAS (originally the Hebrew Immigrant Aid Society) in New York City, the immigrant gateway to America. Supporting Jews fleeing persecution and poverty in Eastern Europe, our founders were guided by the traditions, texts and history of the Jewish people—a history of oppression, displacement and diaspora. HIAS has since helped generations of Jews facing violence because of who they were, and HIAS remains committed to helping Jewish refugees anywhere in the world. Today, our clients at HIAS come from diverse faiths, ethnicities and backgrounds, as do our staff. We bring our experience, history and values to our work across five continents, ensuring that refugees today receive the vital services and opportunities they need to thrive.

HIAS is a learning community, committed to diversity and inclusion. We do our work with integrity, accountability, transparency, and a commitment to the highest ethical standards. We seek employees from diverse backgrounds and life experiences to join our teams located in the United States and across the globe. People who identify as BIPOC, people with disabilities, people from the LGBTQ+ community and people with lived experiences of forced displacement or immigration are all encouraged to apply. We are committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects our vision, mission and values.

VISION:

HIAS stands for a world in which refugees find welcome, safety, and opportunity.

MISSION:

Drawing on our Jewish values and history, HIAS provides vital services to refugees and asylum seekers around the world and advocates for their fundamental rights so they can rebuild their lives.

VALUES:

Welcome • Acogimiento • Hospitalité • (Hachnasat Orchim)

We Welcome the Stranger

Justice • Justicia • Justice • (Tzedek)

We Pursue Justice

Empathy • Empatía • Empathie • (Chesed)

We Approach our Clients with Empathy

Partnership • Compañerismo • Coopération •(Chevruta)

We Believe in Changing the World through Partnership

Courage • Coraje • Courage • (Ometz)

We Act with Courage to Build a Better World

Resilience • Resiliencia • Résilience • (Ruach)

We Adapt and Thrive, Continuously Demonstrating our Resilience

DIVERSITY:

HIAS is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnic background, ancestry, citizenship status, religious creed, age, sex, gender, sexual orientation, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, pregnancy, childbirth, military status, protected veteran status, political orientation or other legally protected status.

SAFEGUARDING:

HIAS is committed to the protection of children, vulnerable adults and any other person from any harm caused directly or indirectly due to their coming into contact with HIAS. We will not tolerate sexual exploitation, abuse or any form of child abuse or neglect by our staff or associated personnel. Any candidate offered a job with HIAS will be expected to sign and adhere to HIAS’ Code of Conduct and Safeguarding policies. All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include criminal records. HIAS also participates in the Inter-Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme. In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. Likewise, HIAS will share this information when other organizations inquire about current and former HIAS staff as part of their recruitment process. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Note: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Important: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

HIAS is an equal opportunity employer, does not charge candidates for recruitment, and dissociates itself from any entity defrauding candidates.