The Organization

The Foundation for African Medicine and Education (FAME) is a US organization entirely focused on advancing quality medical care in rural Tanzania. From the beginning, we set out to provide communities in the Northern Highlands of Tanzania with a unique healthcare experience – one marked by patient- centered care and high-quality service. In that spirit, FAME endeavors to meet the medical needs of ordinary Tanzanian people, including underserved populations in the most rural parts of the region.

FAME began as a Mobile Clinic serving remote populations, and now 20 years later, in addition to providing comprehensive primary care in its Outpatient Clinic and Inpatient Hospital, FAME provides services in Surgery, Maternal and Child Health, Diagnostics and Health Education and offers an ambitious, in-house continuing medical education program designed to build local capacity. With 200 Tanzanian staff and more than 30,000 annual patient visits, FAME serves a catchment area of 2.9 million rural Tanzanians who would otherwise have extremely limited access to quality healthcare. FAME also collaborates with more than 50 international medical volunteers annually to mentor and learn from our Tanzanian doctors and nurses. We aspire to build and strengthen FAME Medical and its providers to meet the most pressing medical needs of the next generation of families in the Karatu District and beyond. FAME is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization registered in the United States.

The Role

The Development Associate will be a key support for FAME’s fundraising efforts, including our individual donor database and grant portfolio. They will assist the US Managing Director in designing and executing US-based fundraising efforts – including planning fundraising events, developing stewardship and cultivation strategies, and creating online and direct mail campaigns.

Reporting to the US Managing Director, the Development Associate’s responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Fundraising & Development

• Manage grant and foundation proposal pipeline and reporting calendar.
  • Take notes during meetings, follow up on action items and schedule internal and external meetings using Google Calendar.
• Write high-quality first drafts of grant proposals and reports customized to address key strategic areas for prospective and current donors.
• Partner with the US Managing Director to cultivate new foundation partnerships.
  • Research and identify potential sources of foundation funding.
  • Track status of prospects, proposal due dates, amounts solicited and results.
• Streamline systems and processes to make grant reporting and information sourcing and sharing more efficient.
  • Work with the Program Manager in Tanzania to draft and report on grant objectives.
  • Collate progress from program leads as it relates to grant commitments.
  • Ensure that quarterly financial and narrative reports are complete and accurate.
• Engage and cultivate mid-level donors with annual gifts as directed by the US Managing Director.
  • Manage creation and distribution of all hard copy materials for donors.
  • Determine additional ways to steward mid-level donors.
• Manage and grow FAME’s Monthly Giving Program.

Operations

• Update existing and new constituent information in FAME’s CRM.
• Assist in donor stewardship by ensuring that gifts are recorded and donors are thanked.
• Manage acknowledgement letter process in coordination with FAME’s head of finance.
• Analyze renewal and retention rates, including review of lapsed donors and potential for re engagement.
• Generate mailing lists for appeals, events and all other development objectives.
• Periodic clean up and consolidation of constituent profiles, including review and update of all mailing addresses.
• Update Mailchimp and other necessary platforms with new supporters, volunteers and other stakeholders.
• File and organize program materials, communication, correspondence, etc.
• Format and collate US-team workplan, calendar and other key documents.

Communications Support

• Assist the US Managing Director in executing all development and communications objectives to support FAME’s strategic growth and impact.
  • Maintain lists for volunteers and visitors to FAME. .
• Develop Campaigns
  • Manage the creation and execution of fundraising campaigns.
  • Help third parties develop campaigns that align with FAME’s objectives and values.
  • Develop campaign web pages, online gift shops and more.
• Edit and assist Digital Media Manager in drafting all external communications, as needed.
• Plan Events
  • Assist US Managing Director in organizing all fundraising events including creating invite lists, invitations and tracking RSVP's.
  • Coordinate travel as needed for senior leadership.
  • Support and attend fundraising events in person, as requested.
• Website Support
  • Support Digital Media Manager to ensure that the FAME website is functioning and accessible for visitors, especially with respect to making online donations and finding donation information.
  • Keep the website updated with new content and ensure that it aligns with the organization’s brand.
  • Work with the Digital Media Manager to increase website traffic using Google Ads and other tools.
• Volunteer Alumni Management
  • Ensure that our Volunteer Alumni feel appreciated and stay engaged and involved by drafting email blasts specifically for this group, planning events and planning fundraising campaigns, as applicable.

Qualifications

• Passionate about access to quality, patient-centered healthcare in rural and disadvantaged communities.
• 1-3 years nonprofit experience with a proven track record of writing high-quality grant proposals and reports, managing databases and systems, and drafting communications and marketing materials.
• A self-starter, able to prioritize and manage multiple assignments, take initiative, and work independently to drive projects across the finish line.
• Attention to detail in written deliverables and ability to independently manage processes for ensuring accuracy in written work.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills and ability to develop clear, accurate and persuasive written materials.
• Able to produce engaging and credible written content and an understanding of how to adapt for different audiences and purposes.
• Ability to review, summarize and present a high volume of information quickly and accurately with advanced structuring, writing, and editing skills.
• Effective process development and organization skills.
• Flexibility and ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently and in a time sensitive manner.
• Experience with Kindful, Salesforce or a similar CRM database a plus.
• Ability to work autonomously and proactively.
• Demonstrated ability to work as part of a global team, including remotely.
• Demonstrated ability to work with others across cultures and backgrounds with respect and collegiality.
• Bachelor’s degree in communications, international development or a relevant field.
• Interest in global health.
• Travel and/or work experience in East Africa and/or experience working in the non-profit sector, are a plus.

Location and Hours

This is a full-time position based at our offices in Cambridge, MA. Flexible hours required during heavy fundraising times, including fundraising tours and end of year giving. Travel required on occasion. This is an exempt position and requires the time commitment necessary to fulfill all job responsibilities. The successful candidate must have the legal right-to-work in the US. We are unable to sponsor visas or relocations for this role.

Benefits

• Salary $48,000 - $52,000 per annum.
• 20 days Paid Time Off (PTO) annually.
• Health insurance stipend.
• This position offers growth opportunities and is great for someone looking to grow into a skilled nonprofit fundraiser.

Apply online at: https://foundation-for-african-medicine-and-education.breezy.hr/p/3f418a01b12f-development-associate