United States International University - USIU Africa
Adjunct Faculty – Lecturer in Pharmaceutical Management
Nairobi
Posted 23 July, 2026
Deadline 07 August, 2026
EducationFull-TimeJunior-level(1-2 yrs)
Job Description
Role Overview
The selected candidate will play a critical role in advancing the University’s fundraising and resource mobilization agenda by identifying, sharing, and working on funding opportunities – developing competitive grant proposals, cultivating donor relationships, supporting fundraising campaigns, coordinating corporate social responsibility initiatives, and strengthening partnerships with local and international stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Research and identify local, regional, and international grant opportunities aligned with the University’s strategic priorities.
Develop high-quality grant proposals, concept notes, and funding applications.
Coordinate proposal development with academic schools, research teams, and administrative departments.
Build and maintain relationships with donors, foundations, corporate organizations, development agencies, alumni, and all strategic partners.
Support the implementation of fundraising campaigns and donor engagement initiatives.
Prepare compelling fundraising cases for support, donor reports, and impact stories.
Maintain accurate donor, grant, and fundraising databases and monitor fundraising performance.
Coordinate fundraising events, corporate social responsibility programmes, and donor stewardship activities.
Recruit and coordinate volunteers supporting fundraising initiatives.
Conduct due diligence on prospective partners to ensure strategic alignment and compliance with University policies.
Serve as a liaison with community organizations and promote positive stakeholder engagement.
Prepare periodic reports on fundraising performance, grants, and partnership outcomes.
Qualifications and Requirements
A Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Development Studies, Communications, Marketing, International Relations, Public Relations, Project Management, or a related field from a recognized university.
A minimum of two (2) years’ relevant experience in fundraising, grant writing, donor relations, partnership development, business development, or resource mobilization.
Demonstrated experience in developing successful grant proposals and fundraising initiatives.
Experience working with donor-funded programmes, NGOs, higher education institutions, or development organizations will be an added advantage.
How to Apply
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, a current CV, certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, and names and addresses of three referees to the address below by Friday, August 7th, 2026:
Director Administration
United States International University – Africa
Email: jobs-sphs@usiu.ac.ke