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Volunteer Fundraiser to Help Secure Funding and Strategic Partnerships with Platform for Labour Action

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This is an opportunity to work with an Ashoka Fellow who is a leading social entrepreneur, having been selected through a rigorous process that tests the quality of ideas and character. Ashoka Fellows take on the challenges of building innovative system change ideas to make and spread social impact in a world wrought with challenges, refusing to let the ‘impossible’ stand in their way to creating a better world.

This is an unpaid, volunteer opportunity.

About PLA International:
At Platform for Labour Action (PLA) International, a 501(c)(3) non‑profit corporation formed in Indiana in 2023, we are driven by the belief that research is a powerful tool for creating and implementing projects that foster equitable and sustainable development. Our core activities revolve around research‑driven project design and effective implementation, ensuring that our work translates into tangible results. International collaboration is fundamental to our strategy, enabling us to build strong partnerships and learn from diverse perspectives, especially through our partnership with our sister organization, Platform for Labour Action in Uganda.

We are equally committed to empowering communities through knowledge sharing and capacity building, promoting long‑term self‑sufficiency.
Website: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..pla‑international.org/.

About PLA Uganda:
Platform for Labour Action (PLA) is a national NGO established in Uganda in 2000. PLA is dedicated to promoting and protecting the rights of vulnerable and marginalised workers through the empowerment of communities and individuals. PLA operates in 16 districts in Uganda. Its core programmes include legal aid, advocacy, prevention and rehabilitation of child exploitation, vocational training, and research and knowledge management.

PLA’s vision is a society where democratic values and social justice are respected in the world of work.
Website: .pla‑uganda.org/.

For more information, please visit .pla‑international.org/.

Role

Summary:

The Strategic Partnerships and Fundraising Volunteer will be crucial in driving critical funding and developing strategic partnerships for PLA International’s projects in both the US and Uganda. This includes actively engaging with a diverse network of funders and stakeholders, identifying funding opportunities, writing compelling grant proposals, and fostering long‑term relationships that align with PLA International’s mission. There is a high likelihood for this role to evolve into a paid position upon successful fundraising efforts and future opportunities for commission on successful funds raised.

• Research and identify potential funding opportunities, including grants, foundations, and individual donors.
• Develop and write compelling grant proposals tailored to specific funding opportunities and project needs.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with potential partners, including organisations, businesses, and individuals.
• Assist in fundraising efforts for both US and Ugandan projects, developing distinct strategies for each entity.
• Focus on securing funding for specific projects, such as research and the development of the training and skilling centre in Uganda.
• Collaborate with other team members on the development and refinement of comprehensive fundraising plans and initiatives.
• Work with the communications team to showcase the success of fundraising campaigns and donor contributions.

The Strategic Partnerships and Fundraising Volunteer will report to the chairperson, board advisor, and volunteer programme coordinator.

Estimated hours required per week: 5‑15
Estimated duration of the project: 6‑12 months
This position is virtual (remote).

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• Experience in grant research and identification of funding opportunities.
• Proven ability in grant writing and developing compelling proposals.
• Demonstrated ability to translate project needs into fundable proposals.
• Experience cultivating and maintaining relationships with partners or donors.
• Familiarity with fundraising strategies, particularly for both domestic and international projects.