NetHope is seeking an experienced fundraising consultant to support the identification, cultivation, and conversion of funders with a particular emphasis on those aligned with NetHope’s work around its NetHope Connected and AI programming. The consultant will work closely with the Chief Partnerships and Philanthropy Officer to build and advance a robust funding pipeline across a range of funder types and revenue models.
The estimated engagement is 400 hours from June through October 2026.
Scope of Work
This is a collaborative, hands-on fundraising engagement covering three phases:
Phase 1: Inception and Assessment (Early June 2026)
- Align with the CPPO on priorities, working rhythms, and communications
- Review existing donor portfolio and pipeline
- Develop a compelling value proposition for new funder outreach
- Conduct a landscape scan and identify a priority shortlist of 15-20 target funders
- Develop a detailed work plan, fundraising calendar, and reporting cadence
Phase 2: Pipeline Development and Funder Cultivation (June – October 2026)
- Research and profile priority prospects across all relevant funder types
- Deliver an initial pipeline by end of June, with a refresh by mid-July
- Develop tailored engagement strategies for each priority funder
- Drive proactive outreach and cultivate new relationships
- Prepare meeting briefings, talking points, concept notes, LOIs, proposals, and follow-up communications
- Maintain and update a centralized prospect tracker throughout the engagement
- Provide regular progress updates at a mutually agreed cadence
Phase 3: Knowledge Management and Handover (October 2026)
- Ensure all data and communications are fully documented in the CRM
- Transfer relationships to relevant NetHope team members
- Produce a final report summarizing activity, outcomes, pipeline status, and strategic recommendations
- Deliver all in-progress proposals in a state ready for continuation
Qualifications
- 10-15 years of proven success securing significant funding from institutional funders (foundations, government), high-net-worth individuals, corporate partners, and/or family foundations
- Demonstrated experience with international NGOs, humanitarian organizations, nonprofit networks, or technology-for-good initiatives
- Superior proposal writing skills with the ability to synthesize complex content into compelling funding narratives
- Established relationships within the philanthropic and institutional donor community relevant to NetHope’s thematic areas
- Experience managing a full funding pipeline from prospect research through stewardship
- Familiarity with CRM systems and grant tracking tools
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to represent NetHope credibly with senior donor stakeholders
- Availability during Eastern Time Zone hours and across time zones as needed
- Experience with fee-for-service, impact investing, or venture philanthropy models a plus
Engagement Period
June 2, 2026 – October 31, 2026
How to Submit a Proposal
Your proposal should include:
- A brief overview of your relevant experience and approach
- A proposed methodology and work plan
- Desired rate in USD (please indicate whether hourly or daily)
- Two to three references from similar engagements
- CV or professional profile
Proposals will be accepted until June 5, 2026. Due to the anticipated volume of submissions, NetHope reserves the right to review proposals and select a consultant prior to the closing date. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
NetHope is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
How to apply
Selection Criteria:
Proposals will be evaluated on the following criteria: relevant experience and track record in institutional fundraising at the six- to seven-figure level; knowledge of and connections within the philanthropic community relevant to NetHope’s thematic focus; quality and clarity of proposed methodology and work plan; consultant qualifications and capacity; proposed hourly or fixed rate (USD) and overall value for investment; and references and past client satisfaction.
How to Submit a Proposal
Should this opportunity interest you, please submit your proposal here. NetHope reserves the right to review proposals and select a consultant prior to the closing date. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. Proposals will be accepted until June 5, 2026.
NetHope is an Equal Opportunity Employer.