Global Foundation Support, Sub – Saharan Africa

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Join one of our top nonprofit clients in Memphis for a unique and rewarding opportunity as a Global Foundation Support Analyst. In this impactful role, you’ll work closely with international partners—specifically in the Sub-Saharan Africa region—to enhance fundraising effectiveness and strengthen organizational capacity across a global foundation network.
As a key collaborator and secondary point of contact for global foundation partners, you’ll play a vital role in driving success alongside Senior Regional Liaisons, helping implement global strategies, coordinate cross-cultural programs, and support internal operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Senior Liaison to bolster fundraising strategies and operational capabilities for international foundation partners.
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive data in the team’s CRM system, including revenue trends, educational priorities, and partnership challenges.
• Draft compelling program content and language support for global initiatives.
• Lead the planning and execution of foundation assessments and participate in related workshops and learning sessions.
• Produce detailed assessment reports and assist senior leadership with developing strategic growth plans.
• Facilitate coaching and shadowing experiences by working with subject matter experts and alliance members.
• Support the operational workflow and administrative processes of the global programs team.
• Coordinate logistics for all international and domestic travel, events, and workshops involving global foundation partners.

Language Proficiency
Fluency in French or Portuguese is strongly preferred.
Candidates with these language skills may be considered with less formal experience than typically required.

Top Qualifications

• 3–4 years of professional experience in a coordination, support, or liaison role (flexible based on language qualifications).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel), data entry, and note-taking.
• Strong communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Proven experience supporting regional or leadership-level stakeholders.

Preferred Experience (Nice to Have)

• Cultural awareness and understanding of Sub-Saharan Africa, with insight into how regional values shape communication and relationships.
• Experience working in a global or cross-cultural environment.
• Knowledge of nonprofit fundraising, marketing, operations, or public relations.
• Willingness to travel internationally a few times per year and support occasional weekend/evening commitments as needed.
• Ability to lead communications with foundation partners, including monthly calls and program updates.

 

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