Fundraising Manager

Placements24; United States; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary commensurate with experience

Performance incentives

Comprehensive health benefits

Professional development opportunities

Community impact

Job summary

Placements24 invites applications for a Fundraising Manager to lead development efforts for a well-respected charitable organization in the George region.

You will design and execute fundraising strategies, cultivate donor relationships, manage campaigns and events, and ensure sustainable funding to support community projects.

The role offers hybrid work in George and requires 5+ years in non-profit fundraising, CRM experience, grant writing, and high-impact communications.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in non-profit fundraising or development.
• Proven track record of successfully managing fundraising campaigns and events.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of donor stewardship and cultivation strategies.
• Experience with fundraising databases and CRM software.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment within the George area.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a strategic fundraising plan to meet annual financial goals.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with individual donors, corporate sponsors, and foundations.
• Organize and oversee fundraising events, galas, and campaigns in and around George.
• Write compelling grant proposals and funding applications.
• Analyze fundraising data and provide regular reports on progress towards goals.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop fundraising communications materials.

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Donor relations

Campaign management

Grant writing

Communications

Data analysis

Event planning

CRM experience

Tools

CRM Software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a well-respected charitable organization operating in the George region, is looking for an experienced and dynamic Fundraising Manager to lead their development efforts. This pivotal role involves designing and executing comprehensive fundraising strategies to secure vital financial support for our ongoing projects. You will be responsible for cultivating donor relationships, managing fundraising campaigns, and ensuring the sustainable growth of our funding streams, playing a crucial part in enabling our mission to serve the Western Cape community.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a strategic fundraising plan to meet annual financial goals.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with individual donors, corporate sponsors, and foundations.
• Organize and oversee fundraising events, galas, and campaigns in and around George .
• Write compelling grant proposals and funding applications.
• Analyze fundraising data and provide regular reports on progress towards goals.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop fundraising communications materials.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in non-profit fundraising or development.
• Proven track record of successfully managing fundraising campaigns and events.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong understanding of donor stewardship and cultivation strategies.
• Experience with fundraising databases and CRM software.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, balancing remote and in-office responsibilities within the George area.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Performance-based incentives and bonuses.
• Comprehensive health benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and conference attendance.
• A dynamic and fulfilling role with a positive community impact.