Fundraising Intern

Synnefa Green Limited is seeking a Fundraising Intern in Nairobi to support its Grants & Partnerships team for a 6-month fixed-term contract paying KES 20,000 per month.

What it offers

• 6-month fixed-term contract in Nairobi
• KES 20,000 monthly compensation

Who can apply

• A recent graduate (within the last year) in Development Studies, Economics, Agribusiness, Communications, Public Policy, Business, or a related field
• 0–1 years of experience; exposure to grant writing, donor reporting, research, or fundraising through coursework, volunteering, or internship is a plus
• Strong written English and comfort working with data and indicators
• Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets and slide design
• Organised, deadline-driven, and willing to travel to project sites and events
• Preferred background in agritech, climate, development, or social enterprise

What you'll do

• Search for and track funding opportunities, maintaining a live opportunities tracker
• Draft and assemble funding applications, including concept notes and full proposals
• Support donor reporting, including reports, evidence packages, and compliance documentation
• Help plan and execute funder visits, designing site experiences
• Collaborate with marketing to create funder-facing impact content
• Work with the tech team to support funder pitch calls and brainstorm fundable ideas
• Help create a funder newsletter to update partners on Synnefa’s progress

How to apply

• Send your CV and a one-page note describing one recent deal you closed — what you did, what happened, and what you learned
• Include two referees
• Apply via the careers page: https://synnefa.breezy.hr

Good to know

Synnefa is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applicants from underrepresented groups to apply. Any attempt to contact Synnefa employees or management through unofficial means will result in automatic disqualification.