Grants & Partnerships Associate Volunteers

Buni is a Swahili word meaning “innovation” and Banda , also a Swahili word, means a “shed”; we see ourselves as offering a small space , or shed, where anyone can explore their creative ideas without limits. a space where innovation is driven by those who experience the challenges firsthand, ensuring that solutions are not only effective but also embraced and sustained.

At Buni Banda, we’re not just solving problems—we’re building futures where communities are the driving force behind their own success. Because the best solutions aren’t imposed from the outside—they’re built together, from the ground up.

Through research, human-centered design, grant-writing, data analysis and insights, business modelling and project implementation, we bridge the gap between donor ambitions and on-the-ground realities. Our goal is to empower organizations to achieve long-term resource efficiency while creating meaningful impact.

Volunteers: Grants & Partnerships Associate

Join Buni Banda in driving innovation and social impact!

Are you curious about how organizations secure funding, build partnerships, and create impact at scale?

Buni Banda is seeking a Grants & Partnerships Associate (Volunteer) to support our team in identifying funding opportunities, strengthening relationships with partners, and supporting grant applications.

This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience in resource mobilization and partnerships within the consulting and social impact sector.

What You’ll Do

• Research open calls, grants, and donor opportunities.
• Track and summarize relevant RFPs, EOIs, and funding databases.
• Support drafting and assembling grant proposals.
• Help identify potential partners for consortium applications.
• Maintain records of grant opportunities and partnership engagement.
• Provide light support in meetings and follow-ups with prospective partners.

What We’re Looking For

• Interest in grant writing, fundraising, and partnerships.
• Strong research and writing skills.
• Organized and detail-oriented with ability to track multiple opportunities.
• A proactive learner, eager to understand donor and partner landscapes.

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience in grants research, writing, and partnership-building.
• Exposure to donor relations and business development in the consulting/social impact space.
• Mentorship and capacity-building with Buni Banda’s leadership.
• A certificate of service and professional reference upon successful completion.

Commitment

• 2–3 days per week (flexible scheduling).
• Based in Nairobi (hybrid) or remote with regular check-ins.
• Placement period: 3–6 months (with possibility of extension).