Donor Relations Assistant , Arusha , Tanzania

The School of St Jude is a charity funded school that provides a FREE quality education to approximately 1,600 primary and secondary children from the poorest communities in Arusha. Additionally, the school now provides employment to over 400 Tanzanians. 

We are seeking an individual to join our Donor Relations Team based in Arusha, Tanzania at TheSchool of St Jude. The Donor Relations Team is responsible for receiving all donations to St Jude’s, including VIP donors. Every person who donates money or goods to the school receives a thank you from the Donor Relations Team.

A minimum commitment of 12 months is expected

Key Responsibilities:

• Creating and updating thank you templates and presentations for donors
• Sending out correspondence on a weekly basis to donors
• Responding to queries from donors
• Receiving, sorting and distributing donated goods
• Assisting the coordinator with VIP specific projects
• Assistance with student selection process 

Requirements and Skills:

• Strong Computer skills in particular Microsoft Publisher or similar
• Innovative writing skills in English
• Strong oral communication skills
• Exceptional attention to detail
• Prior experience working in an office environment and desk-based job
• An eye for photography!

To be a successful St Jude’s volunteer, you will:

• Be flexible, open-minded, tolerant and appreciate the complexities of working in a rapidly growing charity in a developing country
• Have a passion for our mission and a strong desire to make a positive difference performing a variety of tasks; from the mundane to the fun and interesting!
• Work well independently and as part of a team of Tanzanian staff and international volunteers
• Have good emotional and physical health and the energy and drive to take on new challenges

Living Allowance:

International volunteers receive a monthly living allowance, which is enough to live on but not enough to fund travel around Africa. For further information regarding volunteering at The School of St Jude please refer to General Information about working at St Jude's

If you are interested in joining our team then send your application to hradmin@schoolofstjude.co.tz

Applications should include:

• A cover letter of application including how you meet the required skills and key responsibilities.
• A Curriculum Vitae/Resume
• Application Form