Job Description
The Fundraising Intern will support the Partnership team in donor research, proposal development, donor communications, and fundraising campaigns. This role provides handson experience in NGO fundraising, grant development, and donor engagement while contributing to the organization’s sustainability goals.
About inABLE
inABLE is a not-for-profit organization based in Nairobi, Kenya and Washington, D.C., with a mission to empower African youth with disabilities through assistive technology and digital accessibility. inABLE achieves its mission by establishing various programs and collaborating with local, regional, and international partners. Through these strategic partnerships, inABLE has achieved remarkable success in empowering African youth with disabilities to use technology as a tool for education, employment, and independence.
Position Summary
The Fundraising Intern will support the Partnership team in donor research, proposal development, donor communications, and fundraising campaigns. This role provides handson experience in NGO fundraising, grant development, and donor engagement while contributing to the organization’s sustainability goals.
Key Responsibilities
Donor Research & Opportunity Identification
- Conduct donor, foundation, and corporate research to identify funding opportunities aligned with inABLE’s strategic priorities.
- Support mapping of donors by thematic focus, geography, and funding cycles.
Proposal & Grant Development Support
- Assist in drafting and reviewing fundraising proposals, concept notes, expressions of interest, and grant applications.
- Support the compilation of proposal annexes, budgets (in coordination with finance), and supporting documentation.
- Contribute to donor reports, including narrative progress updates and impact summaries.
Donor Communications & Engagement
- Support preparation of donorready materials such as case studies, success stories, pitch decks, and impact briefs.
- Assist with donor correspondence, acknowledgements, newsletters, and followup communications.
- Help maintain positive relationships with donors through timely and professional communication.
Fundraising Campaigns & Events
- Support planning and implementation of fundraising campaigns, events, and online giving initiatives.
- Contribute to digital and socialmedia-based fundraising content in collaboration with communications staff.
Data Management & Internal Coordination
- Maintain and update donor databases, trackers, and fundraising records to ensure accuracy and timely follow-up.
- Track donor reporting requirements and timelines, and support the Resource Mobilization team to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant submission of narrative and financial reports.
- Coordinate with program and finance teams to gather information required for proposals, reports, and donor updates.
- Support internal documentation and learning related to fundraising activities.
Other Duties
- Perform any other assigned tasks to support organizational goals.
Required Qualifications
- Recent graduate or finalyear student in Project Management, Social Sciences, Communications, Business, International Relations, or a related field.
- Strong interest in fundraising, donor relations, and nonprofit sustainability.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Basic understanding of NGOs, donor funding, or development work is an added advantage.
- Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
- High level of integrity, professionalism, and respect for confidentiality.
Key Skills and Competencies
- Strong research and analytical skills
- Proposal and report writing support
- Donor communication and relationship support
- Attention to detail and strong documentation skills
- Time management and task prioritization
- Teamwork and crossdepartmental collaboration
- Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, email, and online research tools
- Familiarity with social media and digital tools is an added advantage
Safeguarding & inclusion
inABLE has zero tolerance for Sexual Exploitation and Abuse. All offers are subject to background checks and adherence to PSEA and Child/Adult Safeguarding policies. inABLE is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
inABLE makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and organizational needs. Submit a CV (max 4 pages) and a 1page cover letter indicating your expected salary, aligning your experience to the responsibilities and KPIs. Include 3 referees and your earliest availability to careers@inable.org by March 20th, 2026.
Interviews will be done on a rolling basis.