Programme Officer

The Kaghan Memorial Trust; Islamabad Capital Territory; On-site; PKR 1,400,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit charitable organisation in Islamabad is seeking a Programme Assistant to support its fundraising and communication efforts. The ideal candidate must hold a Master’s degree and have two years of relevant experience, with strong English skills being vital. The role includes assisting with proposal preparations and organizing fundraising events. Applicants should be committed to the Trust's objectives and can expect to work for at least one year.

Qualifications

• Two years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in writing donor proposals and grant requests is a strong asset.
• Commitment to the Trust's objectives.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation of proposals and documentation for donors.
• Organise various fundraising events.
• Communicate with donors and child sponsors.

Skills

Strong communication skills

English writing and speaking skills

Team player

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

Overview

The Kaghan Memorial Trust (KMT) is an Islamabad-based non-profit charitable organisation that is building and operating a large school in the Kaghan Valley that provides free education to underprivileged children from that area. KMT is currently in the process of recruiting a Programme Assistant to work at its Head Office in Bani Gala, Islamabad for a period of minimum one year starting ASAP.

As part of the Head Office team, working under the supervision of a Programme Officer, the Programme Assistant will be responsible for assisting the Programme Team with:

Responsibilities

• Fundraising:
• Preparation of proposals, presentations and documentation for donors;
• Organisation of various fundraising events for the Trust.
• Communication:
• With donors and child sponsors;
• With job applicants;
• Between the school and the KMT Head Office.
• Any other Trust-related tasks that may be assigned from time to time.

Job Specification

Applicants will need to have a Master’s degree, two years of relevant work experience, strong communication skills and, most importantly, excellent English writing and speaking skills. Experience of writing donor proposals and grant requests will be considered a strong asset in the selection process. It is essential that the candidate has a firm sense of commitment to the Trust's objectives and is willing to work for KMT for at least one full year.

The applicant must also be a team player who is willing to follow instructions from supervisors and team leaders, and who can also lead independently when needed. All applicants should send a cover letter and CV to the Managing Trustee of the Kaghan Memorial Trust. The closing date for applications is the 30th of November 2015. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted; please do not call us directly to ask about the status of your application.

Non-Profit Organization Management - Islamabad, Pakistan