Job Description

Helpage International Fundraising Intern Vacancy in Nairobi, Kenya 2019 

Helpage International – Africa Region

Vacancy Announcement: Fundraising Intern

HelpAge International (www.helpage.org) is the secretariat to the HelpAge Global Network, which brings together a wide range of organisations and individuals working to promote the rights and meet the needs of older women and men, nationally and/or internationally.

Our long-term vision is to establish a global movement of strong connected age focused and older people led platforms in every country in the world. Only by collaborating together can we achieve a world in which all older people can lead dignified, active, healthy and secure lives.

We aim to extend the reach and influence of the HelpAge Global Network to all those in a position to help bring about our vision for older people – including Governments, regional institutions, policy makers, development partners, the private sector, UN organisations and academic institutions.

In Africa region working with a broad range of network members we will deliver this through a combination of programme, policy, advocacy and communications work with focus on our core themes of social protection, health and care, and humanitarian issues.

To achieve these objectives, HelpAge International Africa Region is seeking for a qualified candidate to fill the role of Fundraising Intern.

The post –holder will be part of the Nairobi based fundraising team and will play a role in assisting/supporting the regional and Country teams to develop proposal and concept notes.

The person will be based in Nairobi and is often expected to provide remote support to country offices and network members as appropriate.

The person will work with an experienced and friendly team of professionals in a dynamic work environment and will stand to gain and learn significantly from the assignment.

Interested candidates to send their curriculum vitae and cover letter detailing how they meet the criteria for this role to jobs.africa@helpage.org by 13th June, 2019.

CLICK HERE for a detailed ToR and information on how to apply.

HelpAge International is an equal opportunity employer and we strive to be inclusive of age and disability in our teams.

Qualified female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply

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