Resource Development Manager

JOB OPPORTUNITY

World Vision is a child-focused Christian humanitarian organization implementing development programmes in 30 Districts of Rwanda. Our interventions in the strategic period of 2026-2030 seek to reach 2.5 million of the most vulnerable children. This is done through programming in Child Protection, Education, Nutrition and WASH, and Poverty Alleviation (Resilience and Livelihoods).
World Vision Rwanda seeks to hire a highly qualified, dedicated, and experienced Rwandan national for the role of Resource Development Manager , joining an established and experienced team. This stimulating position incorporates a range of skills and development in multiple areas, allowing for an exciting opportunity for career growth in a dynamic, global organization. It will be based in Kigali at the Head Office and will report to the National Director.

Purpose of the position

The Resource Development Manager provides strategic leadership and overall accountability for World Vision Rwanda's resource mobilization and external engagement agenda. The position leads the development and implementation of strategies that secure sustainable and diversified funding, strengthen organizational positioning, and advance strategic relationships that contribute to the achievement of World Vision Rwanda's Strategic Objectives. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the Manager provides organizational leadership on resource acquisition, donor engagement, funding diversification, business development, and market positioning across institutional, private sector, philanthropic, and domestic funding streams. The role ensures that World Vision Rwanda is strategically positioned within the development landscape, influences key stakeholders, and secures the resources required to deliver sustainable impact for vulnerable children, families, and communities. The Manager serves as a principal advisor to the National Director and Senior Leadership Team on donor trends, development financing, external relations, strategic opportunities, and organizational growth priorities.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

% of time
Activity
End Results
15%
Strategic Leadership and Organizational Growth
Effective implementation of World Vision Rwanda's Resource Mobilization Strategy, resulting in achievement of organizational resource acquisition objectives.Diversified and sustainable funding portfolio that supports organizational growth, resilience, and long-term impact.Strong alignment between resource acquisition priorities and National Strategy objectives, ensuring resources are directed toward strategic priorities.Enhanced organizational decision-making through timely advisory support on funding opportunities, market trends, and resource mobilization risks.A culture of innovation, accountability, and resource stewardship embedded across the organization, strengthening funding competitiveness and sustainability.

20%
External Relations, Donor Engagement and Positioning
Enhanced organizational visibility, reputation, and influence among donors, government institutions, development partners, foundations, and private sector stakeholders.Strong and sustainable strategic relationships established and maintained with senior donor representatives, decision-makers, and key development partners.World Vision Rwanda positioned as a preferred and credible development partner in national, regional, and international forums.
Increased strategic partnership and resource acquisition opportunities through effective representation, stakeholder engagement, and high-level negotiations.
20%
Resource Acquisition and Business Development (Growing the pipeline and securing new funding)
Annual resource acquisition targets established and achieved, contributing to overall strategic funding goals.Increased funding secured through proactive business development, donor positioning, and opportunity pursuit.Strong strategic partnerships, consortiums, and alliances that enhance competitiveness and access to high-value opportunities.A healthy and forward-looking funding pipeline that supports sustained organizational growth.