Associate - Resource Mobilization

Associate – Resource Mobilization
Location: Lahore
Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time
Organizational Area: Development

Network of Organizations Working for Persons with Disabilities (NOWPDP) is a non-governmental organization established in 2008. It focuses on the welfare, education, skill-building, and economic empowerment of persons with disabilities. The Associate – Resource Mobilization will play a key role in supporting fundraising efforts, managing grant applications, maintaining donor relationships, and contributing to revenue generation activities within Lahore. This position involves assisting in the implementation of resource mobilization strategies, maintaining donor databases, and supporting special projects aligned with NOWPDP’s mission.

Key Responsibilities

Fundraising:
- Assist in implementing corporate and crowd fundraising strategies to meet regional targets.
- Support management in identifying local fundraising opportunities across Lahore and the Punjab region.
- Coordinate with internal teams to collect necessary information and documentation for fundraising campaigns.
- Maintain regular communication and engagement with existing local donors and supporters.
- Help compile, organize, and update the database of donors, corporate partners, and executed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs).

Grants:
- Conduct research to identify relevant national, regional, and international grant opportunities.
- Assist in drafting grant applications, proposals, logical frameworks, pitch decks, and preliminary budgets under the guidance of the Manager or Head of Department.
- Ensure timely compilation and submission of progress reports and documentation required by grantors and donors.
- Track grant application timelines and maintain an updated repository of submitted proposals and reporting deadlines.

Revenue Generation & Partnerships:
- Support exploration of local opportunities to advance NOWPDP’s social enterprise and revenue-generating initiatives.
- Assist the partnership team in liaising with local corporate partners, donor agencies, and regional networks.
- Coordinate with internal departments such as Programs, Marketing & Communications, and Administration to streamline proposal requirements and deliverables.
- Help execute engagement plans and maintain healthy, ongoing relationships with regional partners and donors.

Required Qualifications

Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Social Sciences, Development Studies, or a related field.
- 1 to 3 years of relevant experience in fundraising, donor relations, proposal writing, or business development. Experience in the NGO or social sector is preferred.

Skills:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in both English and Urdu.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Excellent organizational and research skills with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and meet tight deadlines.
- Proactive and collaborative team player with a positive attitude.

NOWPDP is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from persons with disabilities, women, and members of minority groups. The final candidate will be selected on a merit basis.