Microsoft Nonprofit Toolkit Specialist

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Microsoft Nonprofit Toolkit Specialist for Ripples in Africa

Help amplify our impact across West Africa by optimizing our use of Microsoft's nonprofit tools! Ripples in Africa seeks a dedicated Microsoft Nonprofit Toolkit Specialist to enhance our digital capabilities and streamline operations supporting women entrepreneurs and sustainable agriculture initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

- Microsoft 365 Nonprofit Management:
- Configure and optimize Microsoft 365 Nonprofit suite (including Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive) to support collaboration among our staff and 17,200 women entrepreneurs.
- Implement best practices for document management and information sharing.
- Set up and manage security and compliance features to protect sensitive data.

- Power Platform Implementation:
- Develop custom Power Apps to streamline field data collection for our climate-resilient farming programs.
- Create Power Automate flows to automate routine tasks and improve operational efficiency.
- Design Power BI dashboards to visualize our impact on 45,000 children and their communities.

- Dynamics 365 Nonprofit Accelerator:
- Customize and implement Dynamics 365 Nonprofit Accelerator to manage donor relationships, volunteer engagement, and program outcomes.
- Configure the Common Data Model for Nonprofits to ensure standardized data across our systems.

- Training and Support:
- Develop and conduct training sessions for staff on Microsoft Nonprofit tools.
- Provide ongoing technical support and troubleshooting.
- Create user guides and documentation for key processes.

- Strategic Technology Planning:
- Assess our current technology use and develop a roadmap for leveraging Microsoft Nonprofit tools to enhance our impact.
- Stay updated on new features and best practices in the Microsoft Nonprofit ecosystem.

Required Skills:

- Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 suite and its applications for nonprofits.
- Experience with Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI).
- Familiarity with Dynamics 365 and its Nonprofit Accelerator.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication abilities to explain technical concepts to non-technical staff.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Microsoft certifications related to 365, Power Platform, or Dynamics 365.
- Experience working with international development organizations or social enterprises.
- Understanding of data protection regulations relevant to nonprofit operations.
- Knowledge of change management principles for technology adoption.

Impact You'll Make:

- Enhance our operational efficiency, allowing more resources to directly support women-led initiatives.
- Improve data management and reporting capabilities to better demonstrate our impact to donors and partners.
- Enable seamless collaboration among our teams across multiple African countries.
- Empower our staff with digital tools to more effectively support sustainable development initiatives.

Time Commitment: 15-20 hours/week (flexible)
Location: Remote

Join us in harnessing the power of Microsoft's nonprofit tools to create lasting change in Africa! Your expertise will play a crucial role in optimizing our operations and amplifying our impact. We welcome both experienced professionals and those passionate about applying their Microsoft skills to meaningful causes.

To Apply: Submit your resume, relevant Microsoft certifications (if applicable), and a brief statement of interest to info.usa@ripplesfounation.org.