Director of Development (Remote)
Kenya Education Fund
Remote
Anticipated Start Date: TBD
Description
Aspen Leadership Group is proud to partner with Kenya Education Fund in the search for a Director of Development.
The U.S.-based Application Review Committee carefully reviews and shortlists applications. Shortlisted students are then invited to attend in-person interviews at various locations nationwide, ensuring accessibility for all. During the last intake, 161 students were awarded scholarships, giving them the opportunity to continue their education and transform their futures.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Executive Director and Co-Founder, the Director of Development will play a pivotal role in advancing the mission and growth of Kenya Education Fund by developing and implementing a comprehensive fundraising, marketing, and events program. The Director of Development will drive both short- and long-term strategic planning, cultivating meaningful philanthropic relationships, and securing support for the organization's priorities.
With a blend of innovative thinking and proven implementation, the Director of Development will collaborate closely with the Executive Director, Board, and staff to elevate the organization's fundraising efforts. The Director of Development will build and execute impactful campaigns, maximize donor engagement, and implement new fundraising opportunities in a collaborative, community-focused environment. This is a remote position based in the United States with a preference for the Northeast.
Requirements
A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least five years of relevant fundraising experience is preferred for this position. Kenya Education Fund will consider candidates with a broad range of backgrounds.
If you are excited about this role and feel that you can contribute to KEF, but your experience does not exactly align with every qualification listed above, we encourage you to apply. All applications must be accompanied by a cover letter and résumé. Cover letters should be responsive to the mission of Kenya Education Fund and the responsibilities and competencies presented in the position prospectus.
Salary Range and Employee Benefits
The salary range for this position is $140,000 to $150,000 annually.
How to Apply for this Job
About the Organization
Kenya Education Fund’s mission is to provide economically disadvantaged students in Kenya with scholarships, support, and educational resources for them to improve their lives and communities. In 2003 primary school in Kenya became free. Despite the positive impact of abolishing school fees for primary education in Kenya, secondary education remains a challenge.
Currently, the enrollment rate is approximately 70%, and the majority of students still face barriers due to financial constraints and widespread poverty. It is estimated that before COVID only 53% of Kenyan youth were in secondary school, and of that 53% less than 40% graduated. KEF works to improve those odds, transitioning 98% of its students into higher learning institutions. Enrollment and retention in marginalized areas such as nomadic communities, arid areas, and urban slums are as low as 30% of students completing secondary education.
Factors such as limited access to quality schools, inadequate infrastructure, lack of resources, and cultural practices contribute to these disparities. KEF plays a crucial role in addressing regional discrepancies by providing full scholarships, sanitary pads, books, and life skills workshops, and implementing community-based initiatives to ensure equitable access to secondary education for vulnerable Kenyan students. Kenya Education Fund provides scholarships to students in Kenya based on need and merit. The process starts in grade nine, before students sit for their national exams. Each year, KEF distributes over 4,400 applications across all 47 counties.
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