Development Associate

About the role

Food4Education is seeking a motivated Development Associate to support its rapid growth. The role focuses on managing grants, writing proposals, and ensuring compliance while collaborating with internal teams and engaging donors.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the writing and project management of high‑quality grant reports, coordinating with policy, operations, and finance teams.
• Craft and manage tailored grant concept notes and proposals, aligning them with donor priorities.
• Maintain grant contracts and award materials, organizing records on Google Drive.
• Provide administrative support for donor visits, including itinerary planning and stakeholder liaison.
• Research new donor engagement opportunities and produce ad‑hoc analyses on giving data.

Required profile

• Undergraduate degree in a relevant field.
• 2‑4 years of professional experience in fundraising, communications, or writing‑focused roles.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills with a solutions‑oriented attitude.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple complex projects.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Experience with content management systems.
• Familiarity with social media platforms.