BRAND STRATEGIST AND FUNDRAISER

Playhouse Company; Durban; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

The Playhouse Company in Durban seeks a consultant on a 12-month fixed-term contract to lead fundraising and strategic brand management, aligning with the institution’s mandate and programmes.

You will develop fundraising strategies, build donor relationships, manage branding initiatives with marketing, and monitor performance outcomes, with a retainer plus incentive income.

Qualifications

• Degree in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
• 3 to 5 years of proven experience in fundraising, brand promotion, sales, or public relations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent networking and relationship-management abilities.
• Creative thinking with the ability to develop engaging campaigns.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Proficiency in social media platforms and digital marketing tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing fundraising strategies aligned with the Entity’s mandate, programmes and strategic objectives
• Identifying new fundraising opportunities, sponsorships and partnership prospects
• Building and maintaining relationships with donors, sponsors, partners, and funding institutions
• Preparation and submission of funding proposals and partnership documents in accordance with compliance requirements
• Promoting the organization’s brand strategically through fundraising events and public engagement initiatives
• Monitor fundraising campaign performance and prepare reports on fundraising outcomes
• Collaborate with marketing to ensure consistent brand messaging
• Maintain donor databases and ensure accurate record-keeping
• Stay informed about fundraising trends and branding strategies

Skills

Fundraising

Brand management

Marketing

Communications

Donor relations

Strategic planning

Project management

Networking

Education

Degree in Marketing/Communications/PR

Tools

CRM systems

Digital marketing tools

Job description

The Playhouse Company is looking to appoint a consultant on a 12-month fixed term contract to assist the institution with both Fundraising and Strategic Brand Management

The appointed individual will be responsible for the undermentioned.

• Developing and implementing fundraising strategies aligned with the Entity’s mandate, programmes and strategic objectives
• Identifying new fundraising opportunities, sponsorships and partnership prospects
• Building and maintaining relationships with donors, sponsors, partners, and funding institutions
• Preparation and submission of funding proposals and partnership documents in accordance with compliance requirements
• Promoting the organization’s brand strategically through fundraising events and public engagement initiatives
• Monitor fundraising campaign performance and prepare reports on fundraising outcomes
• Collaborate with marketing to ensure consistent brand messaging
• Maintain donor databases and ensure accurate record-keeping
• Stay informed about fundraising trends and branding strategies

Requirements & Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Marketing, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field.
• 3 to 5 years of proven experience in fundraising, brand promotion, sales, or public relations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent networking and relationship-management abilities.
• Creative thinking with the ability to develop engaging campaigns.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Proficiency in social media platforms and digital marketing tools.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

The Entity will offer the suitable incumbent a retainer fee with further income linked to performance outcomes.

Applications must be submitted by no later than 15 September 2026.

NB: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you are not contacted within three weeks of submitting your application, assume that your application has been unsuccessful