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Fundraising Officer

Rwanda Kolping Society (RKS)

The National Organization and project partner in Rwanda is Rwanda Kolping Society (RKS), which is a non- profit organization with headquarters in Kigali. The Kolping Society RKS contributes to the fight against poverty for socially and economically disadvantaged people in the project. This is done through the creation and development of self-help organization through which people are mobilized and empowered to carry out self-help projects.

With 6,594 members in 128 Kolping Families, the democratically structured membership organization has grown considerably since its foundation in 2008. Almost 90% of the population lives from subsistence farming. Since the start of the BMZ funding in 2017, savings and credit groups have been set up in practically all self-help groups and training measures to improve productivity have been introduced. The aim of the project in Rwanda is to empower smallholder households to improve their productivity, production and standard of living. In this way, the objective is to combat income poverty among the smallholder population, enabling them to permanently improve their productivity and tap into additional sources of income. As a result, the vulnerability of people is reduced and their resilience improved.

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Job Description – Fundraising Officer

Reports to: Executive Director / Deputy Managing Director

Location: Kigali

About the Organization

RWANDA KOLPING SOCIETY is an membership organization NGO founded in 2008. Based in Rugazi agglomeration, Ruyenzi Cell, Runda Sector, Kamonyi District, Southern Province.

As the organization grows, we are committed to become a strong, financially sustainable, membership-based organization. 

To strengthen our long-term sustainability, we seek a Fundraising Officer to establish and lead our fundraising function.

Purpose of the Position

The Fundraising & Resource Mobilization Officer plays a key role in supporting the organization's transition towards long-term financial sustainability. The position is responsible for developing and implementing the organization's first fundraising and resource mobilization strategy, diversifying funding sources, strengthening public visibility, and building long-term partnerships that contribute to a financially independent and sustainable organization. The position requires regular travel to project locations, donor meetings, networking events, and fundraising activities within the country and strong contacts with national or international partners. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive Fundraising and Resource Mobilization Strategy.
  • Design a sustainable fundraising concept with measurable annual targets.
  • Identify and pursue funding opportunities from institutional donors, foundations, corporate partners, embassies, and individuals.
  • Prepare high-quality concept notes, grant proposals, and donor applications.
  • Design, coordinate, and implement fundraising campaigns and events.
  • Lead public relations and communication activities.
  • Develop communication materials, success stories, newsletters, brochures, and annual reports.
  • Manage and strengthen the organization's website and social media presence.
  • Build and maintain relationships with donors, partners, and sponsors.
  • Coordinate donor reporting with program and finance teams.
  • Maintain a donor database and fundraising pipeline.
  • Monitor fundraising performance and recommend improvements.

Qualifications & Competencies

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in a relevant field.
  • Minimum 5 years' experience in NGO fundraising or resource mobilization.
  • Proven proposal writing and donor engagement experience.
  • Strong communication, networking, and public relations skills.
  • Creativity in developing fundraising campaigns.
  • Knowledge of digital fundraising and marketing is an advantage.
  • High integrity, initiative, and results orientation.

How to Apply

Interested candidate should submit their application no later than 10th August 2026. Please click on the “Apply” button to complete your application.

Done on July 10, 2026

On behalf of Managing team :

Mrs MUJAWAMARIYA Dancille

RWANDA KOLPING SOCIETYZZ

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