Nonprofit

Director of Development

Remote, Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
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  • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Recurrence:
    One time only
    Volunteers Needed:
    1
    Cause Areas:
    Health & Medicine
    Benefits:
    Training Provided
    Good For:
    International Volunteers
    Wheelchair Accessible

    Description

    Director of Development

    Virtual Hospitals Africa is looking for a passionate volunteer to lead our fundraising and development efforts as we scale our impact to connect millions of Africans to health care.

    About Us

    We are a non-profit addressing a vital healthcare gap in rural Africa. Our telemedicine platform links frontline workers with global specialists, enabling continuous care, early risk detection, and improved patient outcomes.

    The Role

    You will spearhead our fundraising strategy and build sustainable revenue streams to support our mission of delivering healthcare to underserved communities across Africa.

    What You'll Do

    • Lead the development and execution of comprehensive fundraising strategies, including grants, major gifts, corporate partnerships, and individual giving 💰
    • Build and nurture relationships with foundations, bilateral agencies, and international development organizations ✨
    • Craft compelling proposals and impact reports that bring our mission to life 📝
    • Work with an incredible international team of healthcare innovators, technologists, and changemakers 🌍
    • Drive sustainable growth in a supportive, mission-driven environment 🚀

    Who We're Looking For

    • A relationship builder who believes along with us that all beings deserve health care 💜
    • A development professional with proven experience in international nonprofits and global health initiatives 🌐
    • A strategic thinker who understands the global development landscape and can navigate complex funding ecosystems 🧭
    • An inspiring storyteller who can translate our impact into compelling narratives for diverse audiences 📖

    Qualifications

    • Proven experience in nonprofit development, with focus on international programs
    • Track record of securing major grants from foundations and bilateral agencies
    • Experience with global health, African contexts, or healthcare access initiatives
    • Strong network within the international development community
    • Excellence in proposal writing and donor stewardship

    Details

    • Volunteer role, 10+ hour/week commitment
    • Flexible hours, long-term engagement preferred
    • Fully remote, work from anywhere
    • Opportunity to shape the future of healthcare access in Africa

    Virtual Hospitals Africa is looking for a passionate volunteer to lead our fundraising and development efforts as we scale our impact to connect millions of Africans to health care.

    About Us

    We are a non-profit addressing a vital healthcare gap in rural Africa. Our telemedicine platform links frontline workers with global specialists, enabling continuous care, early risk detection, and improved patient outcomes.

    The Role

    You will spearhead our fundraising strategy and build sustainable revenue streams to support our mission of delivering healthcare to underserved communities across Africa.

    What You'll Do

    • Lead the development and execution of comprehensive fundraising strategies, including grants, major gifts, corporate partnerships, and individual giving 💰
    • Build and nurture relationships with foundations, bilateral agencies, and international development organizations ✨
    • Craft compelling proposals and impact reports that bring our…

    Location

    Remote
    Volunteer can be anywhere in the world
    Associated Location
    13 Gemini St, Sterpark, Polokwane, 0699, South Africa

    Apply to This Volunteer Opportunity

    Instructions:

    In your cover letter, we'd appreciate knowing:

    1. Why Virtual Hospitals Africa's mission of ensuring patients who need it can be seen by a doctor resonates with you
    2. How you envision yourself being able to help us achieve that mission in this role
    3. How you envision working with us can help you further your own goals and career
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