Digital Fundraising Specialist

Placements24; Rustenburg; Remote; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive health insurance

Retirement benefits

Remote work with flexible hours

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is representing a charitable organization in South Africa seeking a Digital Fundraising Specialist for a fully remote role. You will develop and execute online fundraising campaigns to grow revenue and donor reach across social media, email, and the organization’s website.

You will analyze performance data to optimize conversions, create compelling content, and nurture relationships with online donors.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in digital fundraising or digital marketing for nonprofits.
• Strong SEO, SEM, social media and email marketing skills.
• Excellent analytical abilities to derive actionable insights from data.
• Creative writing and content creation capabilities.
• Experience with CRM and fundraising software.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement and manage online fundraising campaigns across digital channels.
• Analyze campaign performance and optimize for conversions and ROI.
• Develop engaging content for fundraising appeals (copy, visuals, videos).
• Manage relationships with online donors and nurture recurring donations.
• Stay updated on digital fundraising trends and technology.

Skills

Digital fundraising

SEO

SEM

Social media marketing

Email marketing

Data analysis

Content creation

CRM systems

Time management

Independent remote work

Tools

CRM software

Fundraising platforms

Analytics tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking charitable organization focused on social upliftment, is seeking a highly skilled Digital Fundraising Specialist to join their team. Operating in a fully remote capacity, you will be responsible for developing and executing innovative online fundraising campaigns to increase revenue and expand our reach. This role is ideal for a creative and data-driven individual who understands the digital landscape and is passionate about leveraging online channels to support a worthy cause. You will play a key role in maximizing our digital footprint and donor engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and manage online fundraising campaigns across various digital platforms (social media, email, website).
• Analyze campaign performance data and optimize strategies to improve conversion rates and ROI.
• Develop engaging content, including compelling copy, visuals, and videos, for fundraising appeals.
• Manage relationships with online donors and prospects, nurturing engagement and encouraging recurring donations.
• Stay abreast of the latest trends and technologies in digital fundraising and non-profit marketing.
• Collaborate with the communications team to ensure brand consistency and messaging across all digital channels.

Requirements

• Proven track record in digital fundraising or digital marketing, preferably within the non-profit sector.
• Strong understanding of SEO, SEM, social media marketing, and email marketing platforms.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and derive actionable insights.
• Creative mindset with strong writing and content creation abilities.
• Experience with CRM and fundraising software.
• Must be comfortable working independently in a remote environment, demonstrating strong self-discipline and time management skills, based anywhere in South Africa.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement benefits.
• Flexible working hours and the autonomy of a remote position.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development in digital marketing.
• A chance to make a significant impact on the organization's mission and beneficiaries.