Sharon D.

Fundraising Consultant

Dörzbach, Germany

Experience

Jan 2024 - Present
2 years
Sierra Leone

Fundraising Consultant

Sudu Salone

  • Secured 7 new major donors through targeted outreach and proposal development.
  • Increased annual fundraising revenue by 30%, expanding support for child protection programmes.
  • Developed fundraising strategy, donor packages, and stewardship systems.
  • Supported advocacy materials and donor communication for institutional funders.
Jan 2023 - Dec 2024
2 years
Nigeria

Fundraising Consultant – Conservation & Livelihoods

Optimal Greening Foundation and West African Conservation Network (WACN)

  • Developed institutional and technical proposals for conservation, restoration, and community livelihood projects.
  • Conducted donor mapping, scoping, and partnership development for foundations and bilateral agencies.
  • Produced narrative sections, theories of change, and programme logic for multi-country proposals.
Jan 2021 - Present
5 years
United States

Director of Strategic Partnerships & Fundraising - USA

International Parents Advocacy Network

  • Spearheaded the development and execution of a pan-African corporate and philanthropic partnership strategy, securing over $10 million in multi-year funding.
  • Led negotiations with Fortune 500 companies, global foundations, and HNWIs, establishing long-term collaborations in line with organizational priorities.
  • Designed and managed high-profile fundraising events, celebrity engagements, and cause-marketing campaigns, increasing donor retention by 34%.
  • Advised senior leadership on partnership risks, legal compliance, and CSR alignment, ensuring sustainable revenue streams.
Jan 2015 - Dec 2021
7 years
Namibia

Head of Corporate Partnerships

Naankuse Foundation

  • Built and managed a portfolio of 50+ corporate partners driving $2 million in annual revenue through employee engagement, customer activation, and sponsorships.
  • Developed innovative co-branded campaigns with multinational corporations, enhancing brand visibility and social impact.
  • Mentored cross-functional teams in partnership best practices, improving collaboration between programme and communications units.
Jan 2013 - Dec 2015
3 years
Namibia

Senior Fundraising Manager

Naankuse Foundation

  • Secured multiple 7-figure grants from global foundations and bilateral donors.
  • Expanded unrestricted funding by 12% through diaspora and philanthropy networks.
  • Managed donor portfolios and partnership development.
Jan 2012 - Dec 2012
1 year
Ghana

Head of Program

Humanist Service Corps

  • Managed a vocational training programme for vulnerable youth.
  • Oversaw budgets, workplans, programme delivery, and partner coordination.
Jan 2011 - Dec 2011
1 year
Zambia

Project Partnership Consultant

Impact Network

  • Supported planning, monitoring, and implementation of rural e-learning programmes.
  • Contributed to donor reports, programme learning, and partnership management.
Jan 2010 - Dec 2010
1 year
Kenya

Partnership Development Officer

ICXcellence

  • Developed proposals, concept notes, and business development materials.
  • Supported institutional capacity-building frameworks for government partners.

Summary

Fundraising and partnerships specialist with more than 10 years of experience in institutional fundraising, corporate partnerships, major donor engagement, and multi-country resource mobilisation. Strong track record securing 6–7 figure grants, leading donor pipelines, and supporting programmes in child protection, conservation, education, and community development across Africa, Europe, and the United States. Experienced consultant for INGOs, foundations, and grassroots organisations.

Languages

English
Native
German
Advanced

Education

University of South Africa

Bachelor of Commerce (Management) · Pretoria, South Africa

University of Sussex

MSc Sustainable Development · Falmer, United Kingdom

Certifications & licenses

Certification In Fundraising Management

OFA

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