Are you looking for a professional who can turn your program ideas into donor-ready proposals, CSR reports, and impact communications that win funding and build credibility?
I’m Ms. Cheruiyot, an NGO founder and CEO with hands-on experience in grant proposal writing, donor communications, and project reporting. I specialize in crafting structured, persuasive, and results-driven documents that help organizations secure funding, engage stakeholders, and demonstrate measurable impact.
Services I Offer:
-Grant Proposals & Concept Notes (donor-focused, clear objectives, and realistic budgets)
- CSR & Sustainability Reports (social and environmental impact, stakeholder-ready)
- Donor Communications & Follow-ups (updates, appeal letters, stewardship reports)
- Project Progress & Impact Reports (data-driven and outcome-centered)
- NGO/Corporate Profiles & Website Content (mission-driven storytelling)
- Research Summaries & Case Studies (concise, evidence-based insights)
Why Hire Me:
- Real NGO leadership experience - I understand funding priorities, program implementation, and donor expectations.
- Structured, donor-oriented writing that wins grants and impresses stakeholders.
- Professional, timely delivery with clear revisions and formatting ready for submission.
- Tailored tone and content for your audience - boards, donors, or corporate CSR teams.
Let’s turn your vision into documents that secure funding, communicate impact, and strengthen your organization’s credibility.
Grant Writing
Proposal Writing
Concept Development
Donor Relations
Report Writing
Corporate Social Responsibility
Nonprofit
Research Proposals
Grant Research & Prospect List
Grant Proposal
Stakeholder Management
Case Studies
Emmanuel K.
Nairobi, Kenya
$34/hr
4.8
24 jobs
Certified PMP® and Civil Engineer with over 8 years of diverse experience in delivering complex design and construction projects across marine, roads, WASH, and structural sectors. I have successfully executed projects in Kenya, Somalia, Tanzania, South Sudan, Canada, UAE, Saudi Arabia and the USA, consistently providing top-quality results.
To my valued clients, I offer:
✔Autodesk CIVIL 3D modelling - point data, surface modeling, alignments, profiles, grading, earthworks computation, cross-sections and more.
✔Horizontal infrastructure design - Specializing in Roads, Marine/coastal, Storm water, Water supply, Sanitation and structural works.
✔Detailed drawings using Autodesk AUTOCAD - From Tender to Construction and As-built phases of the project.
✔Quantities take off and bills preparation - CESMM4-compliant.
✔ Cost estimation - Accurate and strategic cost planning.
✔Project documentation and reporting - covering design, progress, close out, defects and more.
✔Bidding documents preparation (Technical & Financial) - Experienced with FIDIC, World Bank, AFD and other standards.
✔Construction/Design Scheduling - Efficient resource planning and management.
✔Accessible design.
✔Low Impact Development (LIDs) and Sustainable Urban Drainage (SUDs).
Select Project Experience:
👷♂️Civil works design, modelling and detailing - earthworks, roads, WASH, boundary RC walls, Quantities takeoff and Bill of Quantities, Specifications, Contract & tender documents:
🛠Tilisi development
🛠Luri industrial park
🛠Bomet-Mulot Water supply
🛠Afro Plastic (K) Ltd Godowns
🛠MCCK Kenya Godowns
🛠Chandaria Tissue Factory
🛠Siana Properties Town Houses
🛠External parking and driveway design, Dubai - UAE
🛠Residential apartments - 4-unit 36-unit, 6-unit, Ontario, Canada
🛠Agricultural development - Ontario, Canada
🛠Private Airport development - Ontario, Canada
🛠Heritage Museum Rehabilitation & Accessible redesign - Ontario, Canada
👷♂️Civil & structural design, design review, Quantities takeoff and Bill of Quantities, Specifications, Contract & tender documents, and construction supervision:
🛠Garacad Seaport
🛠Hobyo Steel Jetty
🛠Jomvu Kuu - Jitoni - Rabai Road
🛠Nairobi Roads Rapid Decongestion Programme
👷♂️Structural design, modelling, analysis, detailing and bar bending schedules:
🛠Mandera county Amphitheatre
🛠Various residential apartments in Chaani, Machakos, Kajiado, Kisumu, Kakamega, Nanyuki.
🛠Olkaria I unit 6 power project
🛠UNWFP accomodation and offices structural audit investigation and reporting
Proficient in the following engineering tools:
⭐Autodesk AutoCAD,
⭐Autodesk Civil3D,
⭐Sivan Design CivilCAD,
⭐Google Earth Pro and Global Mapper,
⭐Orion,
⭐Prokon,
⭐Design Spreadsheets.
Personal Attributes:
🏳 Team player, Self-motivated and highly detail-oriented
🏳 Strong remote working and collaboration skills
🏳 Resilient, adaptable and open-minded
🏳 Committed to continuous learning and professional growth
AutoCAD Civil 3D
Civil Engineering
Road Design
Wastewater Management
Construction Estimating
Quantity Surveying
Project Management
Stormwater Management
Construction Document Preparation
Specifications
Marine Engineering
Drawing
Structural Engineering
Jacquelyn J.
Nairobi, Kenya
$12/hr
5.0
5 jobs
I am a results-driven Grants Manager and Executive Operations professional with over a decade of experience supporting U.S. organizations, nonprofits, and mission-driven teams. With a strong foundation in Banking, Social sciences and project management, I bring strategic thinking, operational precision, and calm execution to fast-moving environments.
Currently serving as a Grants Manager for a U.S.-based organization, I specialize in end-to-end grant lifecycle support, executive administration, and high-level project coordination. I am known for strengthening systems, streamlining workflows, and ensuring leaders stay focused on what matters most.
My approach is proactive, detail-obsessed, and grounded in delivering measurable results on time and with excellence.
💼 Professional Value
I support founders, executives, and nonprofit leaders who need a trusted partner to manage complexity behind the scenes. Whether coordinating grants, managing executive priorities, or optimizing operations, I help organizations run smoothly and scale confidently.
My remote work includes supporting a U.S. Board of Education candidate campaign, where I handled executive scheduling, stakeholder communications, research briefings, document preparation, and digital content coordination at a senior level.
🔹 Core Expertise
Grant Management & Application Review
U.S.-based nonprofits and founders trust me to keep their grants, operations, and executive priorities running flawlessly.
As a Senior Grants Manager and Executive Operations Partner, I turn complex workflows into calm, compliant, on-time results.
🔹 Core Expertise
-Grant Management & Application Review
-Executive Calendar & Inbox Management
-Project & Operations Coordination
-Administrative Research & Reporting
-CRM & Workflow Optimization
-Social Media Support & Canva Design
-Event & Meeting Management
-Document Preparation & Presentation Design
🛠️ Systems & Tools
Google Workspace | Microsoft Office Suite | Notion | Trello | Airtable | Canva | Calendly | Zoom | WhatsApp Business
🌍 Global Support, East African Excellence
Based in Kenya and working globally, I bring a unique blend of professional rigor, warmth, and reliability. Clients value my discretion, responsiveness, and ability to anticipate needs before they arise.
If you are looking for a high-capacity Grants Manager and Operations partner who delivers consistently and communicates clearly, I would be glad to support your team.
Let’s connect and move your priorities forward — efficiently and professionally.
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