Apply by 10th October 2025,
PEP is seeking an exceptional Director of Strategy and Resource Mobilization to lead PEP’s strategic efforts to identify, engage, and secure financial and non-financial resources (bilateral, multilateral, philanthropic, private) and build lasting partnerships, ensuring alignment with PEP’s mission. The Director will play a pivotal role in expanding PEP’s financial base and alliances to deepen its impact across Africa, Latin America, and Asia.
Objectives
Partnership for Economic Policy- PEP is seeking an exceptional Director of Strategy and Resource Mobilization to lead PEP’s strategic efforts to identify, engage, and secure financial and non-financial resources (bilateral, multilateral, philanthropic, private) and build lasting partnerships, ensuring alignment with PEP’s mission. PEP is a leading global network generating research and policy training to empower decision-making in developing countries. The Director will play a pivotal role in expanding PEP’s financial base and alliances to deepen its impact across Africa, Latin America, and Asia.
Location: PEP Global Office in Nairobi. In-person work environment (not remote).
Key Functions & Responsibilities
A. Strategy & Leadership
- Develop and implement a Resource Mobilization & Partnerships Strategy, aligned with PEP’s goals.
- Spearhead PEP’s regional outreach in underrepresented geographies, notably Asia, Latin America, and MENA, by identifying local institutions, researchers, and strategic partners.
- Lead the design and implementation of tailored regional engagement plans, including regional mini-events, policy dialogues, and visibility campaigns.
- Represent PEP in regional platforms, think tank networks, and donor meetings to build awareness and partnerships.
- Support the development of regionalized content (e.g., blogs, webinars, briefings) and promote local participation in PEP programs.
- Contribute to donor mapping and strategic engagement with emerging regional funders.
- Monitor donor landscapes identifying trends, priorities, and new funding mechanisms (e.g., climate, digitalization, South-South cooperation).
- Set annual fundraising targets and report progress to senior leadership and the Board.
B. Donor Engagement & Proposal Development
- Build and sustain relationships with traditional and non-traditional donors: bilateral and multilateral agencies, foundations, corporate and private sector.
- Lead the drafting of high-quality concept notes, proposals, and budgets in collaboration with technical teams.
- Navigate complex donor processes, agreements, and compliance protocols.
C. Partnership Cultivation & Management
- Identify, develop, and nurture strategic alliances with research institutions, think tanks, consultancies, networks, and NGOs.
- Forge partnerships that contribute technical, in-kind, or programmatic value beyond financial support.
- Negotiate MOUs and agreements; oversee partner engagement and reporting.
D. Collaboration & Internal Coordination
- Work closely with other PEP program directors and researchers to design proposals that capture PEP’s comparative strengths.
- Train and mentor staff on donor relations, proposal writing, and relationship management.
- Collaborate with PEP communications team to develop materials (brochures, funder briefs, case studies, impact stories).
E. Monitoring, Reporting & Stewardship
- Maintain a donor database/ ‘Customer Relationship Management’ (CRM) with tracking of contacts, proposals, budgets, and expected outcomes.
- Produce regular reports on resource mobilization progress, pipeline forecasts, and funding gaps.
- Oversee donor stewardship: schedule briefings, oversee reporting deliverables, coordinate financial reconciliation and evaluation reports.
Required Competencies
• Experience & Knowledge
- 10 years in senior RM roles in international development/non-profit sector with excellent fundraising track record
- Familiarity with major funders (bilateral, multilateral, philanthropic, private, such as EU, World Bank, philanthropic foundations, Gates, etc.)
- Understanding of global economic policy and development research aligned with PEP’s mission.
- Strong knowledge of the development policy landscape and institutional ecosystems in one or more regions outside Africa.
- Proven track record in stakeholder engagement, partnership building, and institutional outreach, ideally in research or development cooperation.
- Excellent communication and representation skills, including cross-cultural fluency and experience in public speaking or policy engagement.
- Ability to work independently and strategically, with strong organizational and coordination skills.
Skills
- Exceptional proposal-writing, budget design, and donor communication
- Strong negotiation and relationship management
- Strategic thinking, initiative-taking, and decision-making in complex contexts
Leadership & Collaboration
- Proven capacity to lead small technical teams and foster cross-functional collaboration
- Ability to work independently while fitting into a lean organizational structure
Systems & Compliance
- Proficiency in CRM or donor tracking tools
- Understanding of due diligence, compliance, and reporting obligations of diverse donors
Languages
- Excellent written and verbal communication in English (knowledge of other languages is a plus)
- Command of Spanish, French, Arabic, or a regional Asian language is a strong asset
Personal Attributes
- High integrity, diplomacy, resilience, and an adaptable mindset
- Excellent written and verbal communication in English (knowledge of other languages is a plus)
Education
Minimum master’s degree in economics, Public Policy, International Relations, Business Administration, Strategic Management, or a related field.
Salary
A competitive package will be negotiated with suitable candidates.
How to apply
To be considered for this position, please submit your letter of motivation, CV, and complete application through this link no later than October 10th, 2025.
