Strategic Funding & Donor Alignment Consultancy for NGOs

Hi, I am Safa!

I am a former UN staff with 15 years of progressive experience in the civil society sector, specializing in humanitarian response and development cooperation.

Over the past ten years, I have successfully driven the mobilization of over $100 million in funding from major institutional donors, including UN agencies (UNICEF, UNHCR, WHO, UNFPA, UN Women), the European Union (ECHO), US BPRM, USAID, and various bilateral development donors such as Governments of Sweden, Germany, Switzerland, Japan, Iceland and others.

Within my latest position, I oversaw a $12 million institutional portfolio and led a team of over 250 staff. I understand the high-level strategic alignment required to manage multi-million-dollar budgets and navigate complex compliance. Having built my career on the frontline of programmatic design and donor diplomacy, I know exactly what institutional donors look for in their implementing partners. I partner with NGO leadership teams to elevate their strategic positioning, refine their funding models, and successfully secure multi-year institutional support.

Navigating the complex landscape of institutional funding requires more than just a well-written proposal; it demands strategic alignment, robust programmatic design, and a deep understanding of donor priorities.

Whether your NGO is looking to scale operations, transition to sustainable funding models, or secure partnerships with major institutional donors (such as UN agencies or international development bodies), this dot provides the high-level strategic guidance necessary to position your organization for success. I will work with your leadership team to analyze your current funding pipeline, identify programmatic synergies, and develop a robust, evidence-based funding strategy.