CONTEXT
About Good Neighbors:
Good Neighbors is a humanitarian and Development international Korean NGO founded in Seoul in March 1991. It is present in 51 countries around the world and aims to make the world a better, hunger-free place, where people live together in harmony. It focuses on Community development to protect children’s rights and encourage community autonomy.
Good Neighbors started its operations in Cameroon since 2014. It has a head Office is in Yaoundé and field Offices in Maroua and Mbalmayo. Good Neighbors Cameroon’s (GNCMR) work is focused on community development, implementing projects in the sectors of Health, Child Protection, livelihood (Income Generation Activities), food security, Education, Water and Sanitation hygiene and Environment. GNCMR works with different international partners such as the United Nations and INGOs to seek sustainable solutions to development and humanitarian challenges. The organization also targets different local and international donors for funding opportunities.
I. BACKGROUND
In recent years, the pool of grant funding opportunities has significantly declined. Eligible funding opportunities are very scarce and securing these fun demands very complicated application procedures, rigorous reporting and compliance procedures including fierce competition. On the other hand, the humanitarian and development needs in Cameroon are growing by the day. With limited funds, it has become difficult to efficiently and effectively address these needs.
In order to achieve its goal of creating sustainable, self-reliant communities that promote the rights and wellbeing of children, GNCMR wishes to diversify its funding sources. To secure sustainable funding to scale up its existing projects to reach more beneficiaries and address pressing community needs, GNCMR is seeking a skilled Resource mobilization and partnership development expert to drive strategic collaborations and secure diverse funding streams.

II. OBJECTIVES OF THE ASSIGNMENT
The Objective of this Consultancy is to support GNCMR in mobilizing resources and building strategic partnerships, improving the organization’s capacity to implement impactful projects which address the pressing needs of the communities that we serve. Specifically, the Consultant will;
• Use GNCMR’s already established mapping of potential donors with Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives in Cameroon to identify and approach key partners.
• Establish at least 3 partnerships with CSR focused agencies/companies in Cameroon aligning with GNCMRs objectives. This process will involve developing partnership concept notes and conducting stakeholder meetings and negotiations to solidify collaborative terms.
• Explore funding opportunities through grants, donations, corporate partnerships, philanthropic funding, bilateral and multilateral funding opportunities aligning with GNCMRs goals and objectives
• Develop at least 4 funding proposals targeting donors with different sectors of GNCMRs interventions (Education, Child protection, Water and Sanitation Hygiene, Health, Community Development, Income generation)
• Develop staff capacity on resource mobilization, proposal development and partnership development through targeted training
• Review project proposal developed by GNCMR staff, providing constructive feedback to improve quality and donor alignment
• Develop GNCMR’s resource mobilization strategy to expand its programmatic impact

The Consultant may decide to work with a collaborator or assistants to facilitate his/her work (This collaborator or assistant is NOT the responsibility of Good Neighbors Cameroon).
Good Neighbors Cameroon is responsible for;
1. Ensuring access to all information required by the Consultant to facilitate their work
2. Ensuring follow-up of the Consultation
3. Host staff training sessions organized by the Consultant

III. EXPECTED OUTPUTS
1. At least 3 confirmed strategic partnerships with CSR agencies aligning with GNCMR’s goals
2. At least 4 full funding proposals developed, targeting diverse donors in different sectors of GNCMR’s intervention
3. Partnership concept notes developed as part of establishing each of the partnerships
4. Resource mobilization report (Midterm and final) detailing progress, challenges and outcomes
5. Funding pipeline document outlining funding opportunities identified and pursued
6. Presentation materials from staff capacity building
7. Ongoing support and guidance for GNCMR staff in pursing funding opportunities, grants and partnerships

IV. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
1. Advanced degree in development studies, International relations, Business Administration, Project Management, Nonprofit Management, communication marketing or any fields related to partnership development and resource mobilization
2. Professional certifications in Resource mobilization, fundraising, Grant writing, Partnership development will be an added advantage
3. Good strategic visioning, critical and strategic thinking skills
4. Proven/Demonstrated expertise, knowledge and experience in building and maintaining partnerships/relationships with Private Sectors, investors, businesses, philanthropies, bilateral and multilateral agencies
5. Proven experience in designing successful project proposals for diverse donors
6. Strong Networking and negotiation skills
7. Experience and proven track record of fundraising and resource mobilization for NGOs is required
8. Familiarity with donor trends, their priorities and requirements for development projects
9. Strong facilitation and communication skills
10. Ability to facilitate interactive and engaging learning experiences
11. Fluency in English and French language is required.

V. EVALUATION CRITERIA
Criteria Percentage
Technical expertise 45%
Experience 40%
Methodology and approach 15%

VI. REPORTING

1. The Consultant is expected to produce a midterm report of the Consultancy at the end of the 3rd month and a final report of the Consultancy no later than two weeks after the Consultancy
VII. SUBMISSION OF APPLICATIONS

The application deadline is Friday, October 17th, 2025 – 5:00 pm. We look forward to receiving the independent consultant’s offer memorandum and curriculum vitae, as well as references from other similar assignments.
Please send your application by email to the attention of Good Neighbors Cameroon Administrative Department with the following address: [email protected]
Indicate in the Email subject line: RESOURCE MOBILIZATION AND PARTNERSHIP DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANT, LOCAL FUNDRAISING PROJECT

Applications sent by email must include:
• Signed Cover letter;
• Signed CV
• Taxpayers Registration certificate
• Certificate of tax compliance less than three months old;
• Bank Attestation;
• Copy of ID card;
• Unique Identification Number;
• Copies of certificates, diplomas and attestations;
• Proof of similar work
• An offer memorandum outlining the Consultant’s METHODOLOGY, PROPOSED BUDGET and WORK SCHEDULE