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Simon Peter Kasagga

Simon Peter Kasagga

Social Worker
Kampala

Summary

Accomplished Fundraising Consultant with a proven track record at Prep Me, adept in campaign management and donor engagement. Enhanced fundraising efforts through strategic social media campaigns and compelling grant proposals, leading to significant funding achievements.

Skilled in mentoring teams and fostering donor relationships, demonstrating exceptional volunteer coordination and communication abilities. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Fundraising Consultant

Prep Me
10.2023 - Current
  • Created engaging social media content that drove online donations during special campaigns like Giving Tuesday or year-end appeals.
  • Developed compelling grant proposals that secured funding from foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
  • Conducted comprehensive prospect research to identify potential major gift donors and develop targeted solicitation strategies.
  • Enhanced donor relationships through regular communication, personalized outreach, and prompt acknowledgment of gifts.
  • Mentored junior staff members on best practices in nonprofit development work, fostering a collaborative team environment focused on achieving success together.
  • Evaluated fundraising performance using data-driven analysis to inform future strategies and tactics.
  • Trained board members on fundraising best practices, empowering them to become effective advocates for the organization''s financial needs.
  • Collaborated with program staff to create impactful stories showcasing the organization''s work for use in donor communications.

Fundraising Assistant

Bless A Child Foundation
09.2023 - Current
  • Prepared materials for the clothes drive charitable events such as fundraising envelopes, bed sheets and gift bags.
  • Produced digital and print marketing campaigns to promote organization to donors and community.
  • Managed and executed 5 special programs and events to attract donors to particular causes.
  • Assisted in monitoring and evaluating fundraising activities'' effectiveness, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
  • Followed up on strong leads through email and telephone to provide information regarding needs for funding.
  • Worked closely with program staff to understand organization''s impact, enabling the creation of powerful storytelling materials for fundraising appeals.
  • Developed strong relationships with donors through attentive communication, fostering long-term commitment to the organization''s mission.

Operations Assistant

Bless A Child Foundation
03.2023 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day department operations with effective workflow coordination.
  • Provided administrative support with accurate document preparation and data entry.
  • Supported daily operations by organizing office spaces for maximum functionality and ease of use.
  • Assisted in the development of standard operating procedures to maintain consistency and accuracy across all tasks.
  • Assisted operations manager with planning of routine operations and special projects.
  • Contributed to development of operational procedures to improve efficiency and accuracy.

Home Care Manager

Bless A Child Foundation
01.2022 - Current
  • Manage budget and resources effectively, reducing overall costs while maintaining high-quality care standards.
  • Collaborate with physicians on developing patient-centered medical home models that integrate multidisciplinary healthcare teams for improved coordination of services.
  • Establish a culture of continuous improvement within the organization by encouraging feedback from caregivers and implementing necessary changes based on their input.
  • Train, and supervise a diverse team of caregivers, to promote professional development opportunities within the organization.
  • Enhance team collaboration through caregivers meetings and open communication channels, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Improve patient satisfaction by implementing personalized care plans and providing consistent communication with families.
  • Monitor patient progress closely, adjusting care plans as needed to achieve optimal health outcomes over time.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences

Makerere University
Kampala, Uganda
04.2001 -

No Degree - High School

ST. Thomas of Aquinas Secondary School
Kampala, Uganda
04.2001 -

No Degree - Primary School

ST. John Bosco Primary School
Mpigi, Uganda
04.2001 -

Skills

Volunteer Management

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Supervised team of 8 staff members.
  • Collaborated with team of 5 in the development of the kids for kids campaign.

Certification

Fundraising for Non-profits.

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Affiliations

Uganda Cancer Society.

Quote

It is never too late to be what you might have been.
George Eliot

Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Interests

Reading

Research

Cooking

Football, soccer

Formula one

I am team Petronas, and Hamilton is the G.O.A.T

Timeline

Fundraising Consultant

Prep Me
10.2023 - Current

Fundraising Assistant

Bless A Child Foundation
09.2023 - Current

Operations Assistant

Bless A Child Foundation
03.2023 - Current

Home Care Manager

Bless A Child Foundation
01.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Social Sciences

Makerere University
04.2001 -

No Degree - High School

ST. Thomas of Aquinas Secondary School
04.2001 -

No Degree - Primary School

ST. John Bosco Primary School
04.2001 -
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