Copy Writer

RecruitMyMom; Cape Town; Hybrid; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent nonprofit organization in Cape Town is looking for a Copywriter to create impactful content. Collaborate with the Donor Relations team to strategize and deliver emotive content that resonates with donors. Responsibilities include developing content strategies, maintaining brand voice, and engagement through storytelling. The ideal candidate has a strong background in writing and communication, is proficient in MS Office and WordPress, and possesses at least 3 years of relevant experience. The role offers a hybrid work environment and a salary of R25 000 - R31 800 per month depending on experience.

Qualifications

• A degree in English, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a copywriter, preferably in a fundraising or healthcare environment.
• Experience developing content strategies and writing for various platforms (digital and print).
• Must be highly skilled in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• WordPress knowledge and experience.
• Minimum of 3 years professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop a content strategy that supports the organization’s objectives.
• Maintain the brand’s voice across all written content.
• Contribute to fundraising ideas and refine messaging.
• Engage with stakeholders to collect impactful stories.
• Develop persuasive and engaging copy for all platforms.

Skills

Content strategy development

Writing and editing skills

MS Office

WordPress knowledge

Time management

Collaboration

Education

Degree in English, Communications, Marketing, or related field

Job description

Rondebosch, South Africa | Posted on 14/01/2026

• Location Type Hybrid (Part office, Part remote)
• Industry Nonprofit Charitable Organizations
• Job Type Permanent
• Remuneration Term Per Month
• Date Opened 14/01/2026
• State/Province Western Cape
• Country South Africa

Job Description

A renowned NPO is seeking a Copywriter to create emotive, impactful content in collaboration with the Donor Relations team, aligned with the organisation’s vision, mission, and values. This role will be critical in the strategic effectiveness and quality of targeted content shared with various donor segments on all media platforms. Craft content that aims to retain existing donors and educate, inspire, and acquire new donors. Research, plan, create, curate, and execute to expand and elevate the brand. Permanent, hybrid, April 2026 start, full-time hours.R25 000 - R31 800 per month experience dependent.

Responsibilities:

Content Strategy: Develop a content strategy that supports the organisation’s objectives and resonates with target audiences, with an in-depth understanding of the organisational strategy and donor segments.

Brand Voice: Maintain the brand’s voice, ensuring professionalism and consistency across all written content.

Fundraising and Marketing Support: Contribute to development of fundraising ideas, marketing concepts, and refinement of messaging identifying opportunities and solving problems.

Storytelling & Engagement: Regularly visit the hospital to engage with staff, patients, and parents, collecting stories and content that reflect the impact of the hospital's work.

Copy Development: Develop creative, persuasive and engaging copy for all fundraising and marketing purposes- including proposals, reports, letters, website content, social media posts, email campaigns, print materials, and advertisements. Also transform one content piece into a variety of formats.

Editing and Proof Reading: Must ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to organisational standards and guidelines.

Collaboration: Brief and assist external designer, marketing and digital agencies with content.

Market & Trend Analysis: Stay up to date with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in copywriting and content marketing.

Performance Monitoring: Monitor the performance of content and adjust strategies based on data insights

Project Manage: Manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritise tasks to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work.

Works in an open plan office with the Donor Relations team. This position will meet and develop relationships with various internal and external stakeholders regularly. Will be required to work outside normal office hours and weekends from time to time and work remotely from time to time. A key part of your working environment is to peruse the facilities of the organisation for newsworthy and captivating patient stories. Engage with medical professionals, patients and parents.

Requirements

A degree in English, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.

Proven experience as a copywriter, preferably in a fundraising or healthcare environment.

Experience developing content strategies and writing for various platforms (digital and print).

Must be highly skilled in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

WordPress knowledge and experience.

Minimum of 3 years of professional experience with a proven track record of producing writing that achieves successful outcomes aligned with its purpose

Excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.

Ability to write clear, concise, and compelling copy that drives engagement and donations.

Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.

Strong understanding of content marketing principles and best practices

Strong ability in conceptual and visual thinking.

Creative out-of-the-box thinking – displaying innovative ways of working.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work well in a team environment.

Able to work both independently and collaboratively.

Ability to create concise briefs for agencies and designers.

Passionate about the cause and able to work with sensitive content.

Displaying of personal values that are aligned with the values of the organisation (dynamism, kindness, accountability and collaboration).

High level communications and people skills: able to work with people from different environments.

Ability to adjust to any kind of [situation] and to display emotional resilience in stressful situations.

Has a clear vision and desire for personal and professional growth.

Self-motivated to be in this role, constantly researching and developing new ideas and keeping up with technology.

Flexibility, adaptability and willingness to take on a wide range of tasks.

Enjoy networking and building relationships.

Enjoy working across various multi-disciplinary teams.

Deadline-driven and remaining calm while working under pressure.

Enjoy working without supervision and still meet objectives.

Displaying personal values that are aligned with values of the organisation (being dynamic, kindness, collaboration, accountability and integrity).