We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Fund-Raising Intern/Volunteer and details are as follows:

Location: Working from home

Duration: 6 months or more. Working hours may be flexible.

Remuneration: This is an unpaid position.

Expected Start date: Second week of April 2026

Position Overview:

The internship is designed to give you concrete experience in research and fund raising for education sector within the international development programs. This internship is an opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause and gain valuable experience in the nonprofit sector as well as in depth understanding of issues related to education opportunities for children from poor and marginalized communities. This internship will give you a real hands-on experience, as well as broader exposure to a nonprofit organization focused in education in underserved communities of Nepal. As a Fundraising Intern or Volunteer, you will have hands-on responsibility to design and implement a well-thought-out fund-raising program for Journey of Hope-Nepal.

Role and Responsibilities:

Assist to develop and drive the organization’s fund-raising plan, cultivate strategic partnerships, and ensure the successful acquisition and management of donors. This includes identification of funding sources such as institutional, corporate and individual donors. Work with the team in setting and achieving fundraising targets
Plan and implement fundraising events including identifying potential event venue, developing promotional strategies and materials (digital and print) to ensure strong visibility, coordinating logistics (guest list management, vendor negotiations, etc)
Proactively research and analyze potential donors to understand their priorities and find areas of alignment with the organization’s mission and programs. This includes mapping and approaching businesses for sponsorships, donations, and support.
Identify, pursue, funding opportunities and partnerships to support the long-term growth of Journey of Hope-Nepal.
Lead the concept note and proposal development process. Contribute to the writing, review, and editing of proposals to ensure that they are of high quality. Ensure all proposals comply with donor guidelines.
Design and scale a monthly donor acquisition program. This includes acquisition and retention strategies by using digital acquisition, direct mail acquisition, performance media,
Plan and implement a digital promotion and outreach, including social media, newsletters, and local networks.
Other activities as assigned.
Candidates with following qualifications and skills will be successful in this role:

Relevant education background
Understanding of the donor landscape, and experience in leading successful fundraising initiatives within a non-profit
Experience leading donor acquisition and retention in fundraising programs.
Familiarity with digital marketing and donor acquisition and evolving new marketing technique. This includes social media.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; comfortable reaching out to businesses, donors and sponsors.
Strong writing skills (for promotional materials, sponsorship requests, donor communication).
Knowledge of Nepal and its education system is a plus.
Proven ability to work remotely and independently
Applicant must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

Please send a cover letter and CV