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FUND DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNICATIONS (FDC) MANAGER
SOS Children’s Villages was established in Sierra Leone in 1974. We work with government and partners in communities to help families care for their children or to provide an alternative family for children who have no one to care for them, or who have lost parental care or are exposed to risks of neglect, abandonment, abuse and exploitation. Located in Freetown, Bo and Makeni, SOS Children’s Villages Sierra Leone has a wide range of programmes, in which the love of a caregiver is essential, to ensure children grow in a loving home and become their strongest selves. Our Vision: Every child belongs to a family and grows up with love, respect and security. Our Mission: We build families for children in need, we help them shape their own futures, and we share in the development of their communities. Our Values: Courage Commitment Accountability
Programmes include Alternative Care settings, Interim Care Centres, Youth care programmes that support more than 530 children and young people leaving in villages and in communities. In addition to quality care, we advocate for children, young people and women’s right, protection, safeguarding and empowerment. SOS Children’s Villages also provide quality education to over 4,000 students through its Herman Gmeiner International Schools, Kindergartens and Technical Vocational/ Employability and Entrepreneurship Training Centre in support of care-exit strategies and reintegration processes. Other projects include the Youth Innovation challenge & Youth-Can! which support young entrepreneurs with their businesses and young people on their quest to employment. The emergency programmes aid vulnerable families cope with the impact of COVID-19 and the economic downturn to prevent family separation.
SOS Children’s Villages in Sierra Leone is recruiting a qualified, experienced and results-oriented Fund Development and Communications (FDC) Manager to provide strategic leadership for the Fund Development and Communications function of the National Association. The FDC Manager will have a strong focus on resource mobilisation, income generation, financial sustainability, donor and partner engagement, organisational communications, visibility and public engagement.
The FDC Manager will lead and support the FDC team to implement the National Fund Development and Communications Strategy and plans, achieve agreed fundraising targets, diversify funding sources and strengthen strategic partnerships. The position reports to the National Director and works closely with National Office departments, programmes, SOS Children’s Villages, the Social Centre and SOS Federation structures. S/he will lead the development and implementation of fundraising, resource mobilisation and communications plans in line with the National Strategic Plan and organisational priorities. Identify and pursue funding opportunities at national and international level, including individual giving, corporate partnerships, institutional donors, grants, foundations, major donors, sponsorships, campaigns, events and other fundraising opportunities. S/he will lead corporate fundraising initiatives, including identifying and developing partnerships with companies at national level and in the diaspora. Establish, maintain and strengthen long-term relationships with donors, corporate partners, government institutions, embassies, NGOs and other stakeholders. Provide technical guidance and support in the development of high-quality project proposals, donor reports and other fundraising and communications materials. S/he will ensure that fundraising, partnership and communications activities are properly planned, implemented, monitored and evaluated in accordance with organisational policies and standards. Ensure achievement of agreed strategic plan and annual action plan targets, including fundraising, income-generation and resource mobilisation targets. Lead organisational communications, visibility, branding and public engagement, ensuring that the impact and achievements of SOS Children’s Villages are effectively communicated to relevant stakeholders. Ensure regular and effective communication with potential and existing partners, donors and friends, including formal updates on the work of SOS Children’s Villages Sierra Leone. Supervise and support FDC staff, promote teamwork and performance, and ensure that departmental resources are managed in accordance with organisational standards. Prepare and submit periodic reports to the National Director, including statistics and the status of funds raised through sponsorship, events and projects.
S/he ensure compliance with SOS Federation policies, fundraising standards, sponsorship and partnership requirements, brand guidelines, safeguarding requirements and donor obligations. Qualifications and Experience University degree in Management, Economics, Marketing or a related field. At least three (3) years of relevant professional experience, preferably in fundraising, fund development, communications, resource mobilisation or a related management function. Experience in personnel management and supervision. Experience in project monitoring and/or supporting project development and funding processes. Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with donors, corporate partners, government institutions and other stakeholders. Good understanding of the principles and objectives of SOS Children’s Villages is an advantage.
WORK CONDITIONS
STARTING DATE : 1 st November 2026 DURATION OF CONTRACT : One year with a possibility of an extension based on performance and/or availability of funding REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS: According to profile
LOCATION : National Office, Freetown To apply submit a letter of interest, with Curriculum Vitae, photocopy of certificates, and three (3) professional references with at least one (1) from a direct supervisor, by email only to Please indicate in the subject line the position, the location and the subject area desired , for example: “Application For the position of FDC Manager”. Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply Closing date for the submission of applications is Tuesday 6 th October 2026 Only the successful candidates will be
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