Development Officer

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Vereeniging, Gauteng is seeking a Development Officer to enhance fundraising, cultivate donor relationships, and secure resources for a forward-thinking non-profit.

You will lead fundraising campaigns, prepare proposals, manage donor data, and collaborate with leadership and marketing to articulate impact across the Gauteng region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of fundraising or donor relations experience in non-profit.
• Proven track record in donor cultivation and solicitations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic fundraising plans to meet annual revenue goals.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with individual donors, corporate partners, and foundations.
• Manage campaigns and events, ensuring successful execution and target achievement.
• Prepare compelling fundraising proposals, case statements, and donor communications.
• Maintain accurate donor records and database information, ensuring data integrity.
• Collaborate with the marketing and communications team to develop fundraising messaging.
• Monitor fundraising performance and provide regular reports to management.

Skills

Donor relations

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Business/Communications or related field

Tools

Salesforce

Raiser's Edge

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking non-profit organization operating in Vereeniging , seeks a motivated Development Officer to enhance its fundraising efforts and secure critical resources. This role is vital for driving the organization's growth and impact by cultivating donor relationships, managing fundraising campaigns, and exploring new avenues for financial support. You will work closely with leadership and external stakeholders to articulate the organization's vision and demonstrate the value of its work within the Gauteng region. This is an excellent opportunity to shape the financial future of a respected charity.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic fundraising plans to meet annual revenue goals.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with individual donors, corporate partners, and foundations.
• Manage specific fundraising campaigns and events, ensuring successful execution and target achievement.
• Prepare compelling fundraising proposals, case statements, and donor communications.
• Maintain accurate donor records and database information, ensuring data integrity.
• Collaborate with the marketing and communications team to develop effective fundraising messaging.
• Monitor fundraising performance and provide regular reports to management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in fundraising, donor relations, or development within the non-profit sector.
• Proven track record of successful donor cultivation and solicitation.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong presentation abilities.
• Proficiency in donor CRM software (e.g., Salesforce, Raiser's Edge) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Understanding of the local Vereeniging and broader Gauteng philanthropic landscape is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for performance bonuses.
• Hybrid work arrangement, balancing office presence with remote flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance packages.
• Generous paid time off and company holidays.
• Professional development opportunities and a supportive team environment.