Role purpose
Build the Foundation’s funding pipeline and develop credible, costed proposals and partnerships that support measurable outcomes for women in Nigeria.
Key responsibilities
- Research funder priorities, eligibility, funding windows and partnership opportunities.
- Maintain a qualified funding pipeline and submission calendar.
- Lead concept notes, proposals, results frameworks and supporting documentation with programme and finance colleagues.
- Develop realistic budgets, approved commitments and appropriate indirect-cost allocations.
- Coordinate donor due diligence, partnership assessments and grant agreement review.
- Maintain donor relationships and coordinate timely narrative and financial reporting.
- Track grant obligations, deadlines, amendments and restricted funding conditions.
- Support consortium development and hand over awarded projects to delivery teams.
- Communicate accurate organisational capabilities without overstating impact or eligibility.
Experience and capabilities
- Relevant degree or equivalent grants and partnership experience.
- Evidence of producing high-quality institutional funding proposals or securing relevant partnerships.
- Understanding of grant cycles, donor requirements and results-based programme design.
- Strong writing, budgeting, research and relationship-management skills.
- Ability to coordinate cross-functional submissions and meet deadlines.
- High standards of integrity and accurate representation.
Desirable experience
- Experience with international donors, women’s funds or Nigerian development programmes.
- Experience negotiating consortium arrangements and donor reporting.
Expected outcomes
- A prioritised funding pipeline and timely, eligible submissions.
- Well-costed proposals and clearly documented grant obligations.
- Strong donor relationships and complete reporting.
Terms of appointment
This appointment is with ELOVIA Foundation. Full-time; an experienced part-time arrangement may be considered. Salary, benefits and the overall remuneration package, or contracted fees where applicable, are negotiable and will reflect the scope, agreed hours, relevant experience and final terms. Appointment is subject to references, appropriate role-related checks, conflicts-of-interest disclosure and formal approval. Project-funded posts are subject to approved project funding. Start date and detailed working arrangements will be agreed with the successful candidate.
How to apply
Complete the application form on this page, upload your CV and provide a supporting statement explaining how you meet the published criteria. Applications close on 30 October 2026. Recruitment does not require payment. Please do not include confidential beneficiary or donor records in your application.
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Equitable recruitment process
ELOVIA assesses applicants against consistent, role-related criteria. Shortlisting is evidence-led; interviews are structured; reasonable adjustments are available; selection decisions are documented; candidate information is treated confidentially; and appointments are made without unlawful discrimination.