Global Fundraising Associate
UWS Nepal is a charity dedicated to improving educational opportunities for underprivileged children. We started operations in 2015 as a non-profit, the same year our country witnessed a 7.8 magnitude earthquake. Post-earthquake UWS Nepal has constructed 636 earthquake-resistant classrooms across 321 communities, educating 20,690 students in our Sankhuwasabha, Gulmi, Bhojpur, Taplejung and Tanahun districts. We aim to provide quality education to all children, and to reach that goal; we work to improve educational opportunities for children living in marginalised communities and remote regions. Our education transformation philosophy is maintained by developing and introducing child-friendly pedagogies that allow for more significant innovation in the classroom and greater engagement between the in-class lessons and real life, parents-teacher relationship, and harmonised relationship between local government and local communities in a shared mission to ensure a future for children in the communities where we work. Our vision is Zero Education Poverty.
Details / requirements:
Location: Kathmandu, Nepal
Contract: Full-time, permanent (renewable)
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
Reports to: Global Communications & Engagement Officer (Nepal)
Apply by: 12th September 2025
Expect to hear by: Week commencing 22nd September 2025
About UWS
UWS is an international education charity working to end education poverty. We partner with remote and marginalised communities to build and run schools, train local teachers, and ensure children have the chance to learn. Since 2008, we’ve built 320 schools, trained over 1,300 teachers and reached more than 75,000 children across Cambodia, Madagascar, Myanmar and Nepal.
We go beyond providing access to classrooms – our focus is long-term, community-led change that strengthens education systems and transforms futures. Our vision is Zero Education Poverty.
The Role
We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Fundraising Associate to join our global team in Kathmandu. This is a unique opportunity to play a vital role in powering UWS’ global fundraising activities – from philanthropy and corporate partnerships to events and donor engagement.
Based in our Nepal hub, you’ll provide cross-cutting support across teams, helping us engage donors effectively, deliver high-quality events, and steward meaningful relationships with our supporters. You’ll work closely with colleagues across time zones to draft proposals, coordinate donor communications, support events, and ensure our fundraising materials and data are accurate, timely, and inspiring.
About You
You’re an organised, motivated, and creative team player with 1–2 years’ experience in fundraising, communications, marketing, or a related field. You’re confident writing for different audiences, have a strong attention to detail, and thrive on managing multiple projects and deadlines.
You bring curiosity, energy, and a collaborative approach to everything you do – whether supporting a donor report, planning an event, or helping the team explore new fundraising opportunities. Above all, you’re driven by a passion to make a difference and want to be part of a global team changing lives through education.
Key Tasks and Responsibilities
Philanthropy Support
● Assist the Global Philanthropy team in managing donor pipelines, research, and proposals.
● Draft, proofread, and format donor communications and materials, e.g emails, proposals,
● Support donor stewardship by coordinating updates, impact stories, and project data from the programmes team.
Events Support
● Assist in planning and delivering virtual and in-person fundraising events.
● Liaise with suppliers, venues, and stakeholders to ensure smooth event execution.
● Support event promotion through the development of collateral and communications in coordination with the Communications team.
● Research and create donor profiles
Corporate Partnerships Support
● Help research potential corporate partners and prepare tailored partnership materials.
● Support impact reporting for existing corporate partners
● Coordinate with programme teams to gather information for corporate partner updates.
Cross-team Coordination
● Maintain and update the Hubspot (CRM) and supporter records accurately.
● Assist with Donor Trips - working with in-country, Events and Philanthropy.
● Work closely with the Global Communications & Engagement Officer to ensure consistent messaging and brand alignment in all fundraising materials.
● Support where needed across the Programme Funding Team
● Support with any FR finance updates when needed
Candidate Specifications
Every individual at UWS needs to:
● Be committed to the UWS vision, mission and values and apply them in their daily behaviour and work.
● Be committed to undertaking UWS’s safeguarding training and adhering to relevant policies, to ensure everyone who comes to contact with UWS are as safe as possible.
Experience, Knowledge and Competencies
Essential
● At least 1–2 years’ experience in fundraising, comms, marketing, or a related field.
● Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
● Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
● Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to quickly learn new digital tools- particularly Excel
● Ability to work across cultures and time zones with a collaborative approach.
● Familiarity with donor stewardship best practices, or experience in adapting communication to different audiences.
● Experience with managing multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
● Demonstrable experience of working autonomously and to tight deadlines when required
Desirable
● Experience using a CRM (e.g. HubSpot).
● Experience in event coordination.
● Familiarity with donor stewardship best practices, or experience in adapting communication to different audiences.
Apply Now
Send your CV and a cover letter (max. 2 pages) outlining your suitability to recruitment@uwsglobal.net by 12th September.
Application guidelines
- Please include “Fundraising Associate” in the email header
- Please attach your cover letter as a separate document (applications with cover letters in the email body will not be considered).
- Please include your salary expectations in your cover letter.
- You must declare if you know anyone at UWS.
- UWS is a safe recruitment employer.
UWS is committed to the safeguarding of children, and ensuring we recruit safely is central to this commitment. All applicants will be required to undertake a DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check (or country-equivalent background check) as a condition of employment. Shortlisted candidates will also be asked to complete a self-declaration form to disclose any relevant convictions, cautions, or investigations.
UWS is an equal opportunity employer and commits to treating all applicants fairly. We actively promote diversity and inclusion and encourage applications from underrepresented groups. We oppose all forms of unlawful and unfair discrimination on the grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation.
All successful candidates must satisfactorily complete a 3-month probation period.
Overview
| Category | |
| Openings | 1 |
| Posted Date | 28 Aug, 2025 |
| Apply Before | 12 Sep, 2025 |
| City | Kathmandu |