Action Kivu has announced a remote, part-time Managing Director of Major Gifts position aimed at expanding financial support for the Congo Peace School, a humanitarian education initiative supporting children affected by conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo.
The role focuses on high-level fundraising, donor engagement, and strategic development of new funding streams to sustain and grow the school’s impact.
Overview of the Role
The Managing Director of Major Gifts will play a central role in strengthening the financial sustainability of the Congo Peace School initiative.
The position is:
- Part-time and fully remote (United States-based)
- Focused on major gifts and donor development
- Designed to expand Africa-focused fundraising networks
- Supported by existing databases and organizational leadership
The role works closely with Action Kivu leadership and partner foundations to secure long-term funding.
About the Congo Peace School Initiative
The Congo Peace School is a peace-focused education program operated in partnership with the Dillon Henry Foundation and local Congolese leadership.
It provides:
- Safe education for over 600 children in eastern Congo
- Trauma-informed learning environments
- Daily meals and basic health support
- Sports, play, and psychosocial support programs
- Access to books, computers, and digital learning tools
The school is built on principles of nonviolence and peace education inspired by global human rights values.
Key Responsibilities of the Managing Director
The role focuses heavily on fundraising strategy and donor engagement.
Core duties include:
- Leading major gifts fundraising strategy
- Identifying new funding sources and donor pipelines
- Engaging individuals, churches, temples, and foundations
- Expanding relationships with Africa-focused donors
- Using grant research tools to identify family foundations
- Leveraging personal fundraising networks
The role also supports long-term sustainability of the Congo Peace School’s annual operating budget.
Required Skills and Experience
The ideal candidate is expected to bring strong experience in nonprofit fundraising, particularly in major gifts and Africa-related philanthropy.
Essential requirements:
- Experience in major gifts fundraising (associate or director level)
- Proven experience fundraising for Africa-based initiatives
- Strong knowledge of donor ecosystems (faith-based and philanthropic)
- Experience using grant research and donor identification tools
- Ability to build and manage donor relationships
- Strong communication and storytelling skills
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience working with small family foundations
- Familiarity with education or child-focused programs
- Strong personal fundraising networks
- Experience working with U.S.-based nonprofit donors
- French language skills (bonus, not required)
Compensation and Employment Terms
The position offers a competitive part-time compensation package.
- Salary: USD $70,000 annually (part-time equivalent)
- Total package value: approximately $84,600 with benefits and insurance
- Employment type: Part-time, remote
- Start date: June 15, 2026
- Application deadline: June 12, 2026
Application Process
Interested candidates are invited to apply directly to Action Kivu.
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📄 Required Application Materials:
Applicants should submit:
- Updated CV or resume
- Short introductory email
- Relevant experience in fundraising and donor engagement
Why This Role Matters
The Managing Director role is critical to sustaining education and humanitarian support for children affected by conflict in eastern Congo. Through its partnership model, Action Kivu helps ensure that vulnerable children receive:
- Daily nutrition and safe schooling
- Trauma-informed education support
- Access to digital learning resources
- Safe recreational and healing spaces
- Long-term community development support
Without sustained funding, many of these services would be at risk, making this fundraising role central to the program’s survival and growth.
Final Note
This opportunity offers experienced fundraising professionals a chance to directly support peacebuilding and education in a conflict-affected region. The role combines strategic donor engagement with hands-on fundraising execution, ensuring continued support for one of eastern Congo’s most impactful education initiatives.
Candidates are encouraged to apply early before the 12 June 2026 deadline to ensure consideration.
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