Fundraising Lead

Reports to: Founder & CEOSalary: KES 120,000–150,000 gross per month, depending on experienceLocation: Nairobi, Kenya, with approved travel as requiredSynnefa develops smart agriculture technology that helps farmers and agribusinesses improve productivity and protect the value of their harvests. Our Smart Solar Dryers, FarmShield controllers and FarmCloud software help make complex farming simple.We are looking for a Fundraising Lead who can identify suitable funders, build relationships, write strong proposals and turn opportunities into funding. Your primary focus will be grants, foundations and corporate funding partnerships.You will work directly with the Founder & CEO, with support from Finance, technical colleagues and the grants compliance team. This is a hands-on role for someone who can take ownership, work independently and follow through.Build and manage a qualified fundraising pipeline aligned with Synnefa’s growth priorities. Assess funding fit, eligibility, timing and delivery requirements before recommending opportunities.Initiate outreach, secure introductions and develop relationships with foundations, institutional funders and corporate funding partners, including opportunities outside open calls.Lead concept notes, grant applications, proposals and pitch materials. Work with Finance on budgets and use verified technical, commercial and impact evidence.Manage funder follow-ups, due diligence and negotiations through to a funding decision, with CEO support on major relationships and commitments.Develop renewals, follow-on awards and funding partnerships with existing funders and suitable consortium partners.Maintain accurate opportunity records and funding forecasts. Report progress clearly, identify risks early and recommend practical next steps.Hand signed awards to the grants compliance team with complete budgets, conditions and reporting requirements. Support the CEO with materials and...