Fundraising & Development Officer
Employer TFU
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Information on vacancy |
Period of publication |
24.09.2025 - 23.10.2025 |
Field of activity / position: |
Finance, accounting, consulting / Leading expert (specialist) |
Duties |
Fundraising & Business Engagement • Identify, cultivate, and secure funding from local businesses, corporations, and multinational companies. • Develop corporate social responsibility (CSR) partnerships aligned with TfU's mission. • Build long-term relationships with corporate leaders, foundations, and business associations. • Grants & Proposal Development • Research, write, and submit high-quality grant applications to local and international donors. • Develop compelling proposals, concept notes, and investment cases backed by data and impact evidence. • Ensure timely and accurate reporting to funders, including financial and narrative reports.
Partnership Development • Engage with government agencies, embassies, NGOs, and multilateral institutions to create new funding and collaboration opportunities. • Manage relationships with existing donors and partners, ensuring high-quality communication and stewardship. • Represent TFU at external events, donor meetings, and conferences.
Donor Stewardship & Reporting • Design and implement a donor stewardship strategy to ensure high satisfaction and repeat engagement. • Prepare donor updates, newsletters, presentations, and impact reports. • Maintain donor databases, track commitments, and ensure compliance with grant agreements.
Strategic Development Support • Support the CEO and Leadership Team in cultivating high-level partnerships. • Contribute to long-term resource mobilisation strategy and diversification of income streams. • Monitor global fundraising trends and donor priorities to position TFU strategically. |
Requirements to the candidate |
Age: |
25 - 45 |
Gender: |
Irrelevant |
Residence: |
Uzbekistan |
Education: |
Irrelevant |
Professional requirements |
Required • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Development Studies, International Relations, Economics, or related field. • Minimum 3 years of professional experience in fundraising, partnerships, or business development. • Proven track record in grant writing, corporate fundraising, and partnership building. • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. • Fluency in Uzbek and English (written and spoken).
Preferred • Master's degree in a relevant field. • 5+ years of professional experience, including in international or NGO fundraising. • Existing strong networks with local businesses, corporates, or donor organisations in Uzbekistan. • Experience working with donor compliance, financial reporting, and audits.
Competencies & Attributes • Strategic fundraising: Ability to design and execute resource mobilisation strategies. • Business acumen: Understands corporate priorities, CSR, and shared value partnerships. • Grant writing expertise: Skilled in developing evidence-based, persuasive proposals. • Stakeholder engagement: Builds strong relationships across corporate, government, and donor sectors. • Project management: Manages multiple proposals, reports, and partner accounts effectively. • Analytical skills: Uses research and data to strengthen proposals and reporting. • Integrity & professionalism: Ensures transparent, ethical fundraising practices. • Resilience: Driven to meet ambitious fundraising targets. |
Working conditions |
Region |
Tashkent |
Employment |
Full |
Salary offered |
negotiable |
Extra motivation |
• Opportunity to play a critical role in transforming education in Uzbekistan. • A leadership position in donor engagement, with high visibility in local and international networks. • Professional growth through exposure to global best practices in fundraising and partnership management via the Teach for All network. • A dynamic, mission-driven culture built on collaboration and innovation. • Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience. |
Additional information |
Additional information: |
The Fundraising & Development Officer is responsible for securing and managing financial and in-kind resources to sustain and scale Teach for Uzbekistan's mission. This includes cultivating partnerships with local businesses, corporates, and multinationals; engaging with government and international organisations; and managing grants, donor reports, and stakeholder relationships. The role requires a strategic, proactive, and persuasive relationship-builder with expertise in fundraising, proposal development, and partnership management. The Fundraising & Development Officer will ensure that TFU develops a diverse and sustainable funding portfolio while strengthening the organisation's reputation as a trusted partner in education and social change. |
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