Stephen Maina-Kang’ara

Senior Fundraising and Partnerships Manager

I’m innovative leader in partnership development and fundraising, with a proven track record of building strong relationships and securing resources to drive organizational growth. He brings over 14 years of experience in the education sector and international development organizations, specializing in employment program management and monitoring & evaluation for sustainable outcomes. I am passionate about contributing to lasting change within organizations with a strong background in training, program management—including design, implementation, monitoring, and evaluation—partnership management, fundraising, and program management. Throughout my professional career, I have:
• Proven expertise in Partnership Development and Fundraising, building strong alliances, and securing resources to drive organizational growth.
• A demonstrated ability to provide strategic support in designing and implementing impactful programs.
• Extensive experience leading teams and managing partnerships, including coordinating and delivering capacity-building initiatives.
• Grounded skills in research, monitoring and evaluation, and program management, ensuring data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Excellent communication skills, adept at engaging all levels within an organization.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a deep understanding of working in multi-cultural environments with sensitivity and respect for diversity.
•The ability to lead teams, work collaboratively, and foster innovation in the workplace.
•A passion for leveraging innovative approaches as catalysts for social change