Director of Development and Communications

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Executive benefits package

Hybrid work environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a strategic Director of Development and Communications to drive fundraising, communications, and brand engagement for a nonprofit focused on economic empowerment in Mahikeng. You will cultivate donors, lead campaigns, and supervise a multidisciplinary team.

The role combines on-site leadership in Mahikeng with remote planning and outreach, offering impact-driven leadership and opportunities to shape growth within the community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, Philanthropy, or a related field.
• Master's degree is an advantage.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in fundraising, development, marketing, and communications, with at least 4 years in a management role.
• Demonstrated success in securing major gifts, grants, and corporate sponsorships.
• Excellent strategic planning, leadership, and team management skills.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills, with strong storytelling and presentation abilities.
• Proficiency in CRM software and various digital marketing and communication platforms.
• Experience managing a hybrid work environment, fostering collaboration between remote and on-site teams.
• Knowledge of the North West province, particularly Mahikeng, is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement fundraising strategies to meet annual financial goals.
• Oversee donor relations from cultivation to stewardship.
• Lead integrated marketing and communications plans to enhance brand visibility.
• Manage public relations, social media, and website content.
• Supervise and mentor fundraising, communications, and marketing teams.
• Prepare compelling grant proposals, sponsorship requests, and donor reports.
• Organize fundraising events and campaigns.
• Monitor metrics and fundraising performance, reporting to leadership.
• Build relationships with media, community partners, and stakeholders.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Strategic planning

Leadership

Storytelling

CRM software

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic non-profit organization focused on economic empowerment and skills development in the Mahikeng region, is seeking a strategic and experienced Director of Development and Communications. This senior leadership position is responsible for driving fundraising initiatives, managing communications strategies, and building strong relationships with donors, partners, and the wider community. The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record in development, marketing, and public relations, coupled with a deep commitment to the organization's mission. This is a hybrid role, requiring a balance of on-site presence in Mahikeng for team leadership and strategic engagement, with the flexibility of remote work for planning and outreach activities. You will be instrumental in amplifying the organization's impact and securing vital resources.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive fundraising strategies to meet annual financial goals.


• Oversee all aspects of donor relations, including cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship.


• Lead the development and execution of integrated marketing and communications plans to enhance brand visibility and engagement.


• Manage the organization's public relations, social media presence, and website content.


• Supervise and mentor a team responsible for fundraising, communications, and marketing.


• Prepare compelling grant proposals, sponsorship requests, and donor reports.


• Organize fundraising events and campaigns.


• Monitor communication metrics and fundraising performance, providing regular reports to leadership.


• Build and maintain strong relationships with media outlets, community partners, and key stakeholders.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, Philanthropy, or a related field.


• A Master's degree is an advantage.


• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in fundraising, development, marketing, and communications, with at least 4 years in a management role.


• Demonstrated success in securing major gifts, grants, and corporate sponsorships.


• Excellent strategic planning, leadership, and team management skills.


• Superior written and verbal communication skills, with strong storytelling and presentation abilities.


• Proficiency in CRM software and various digital marketing and communication platforms.


• Experience managing a hybrid work environment, fostering collaboration between remote and on-site teams.


• Knowledge of the economic and social landscape in the North West province, particularly around Mahikeng , is highly desirable.


• Strong understanding of non-profit best practices in development and communications.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive executive benefits package.


• This hybrid role provides the opportunity to significantly shape the growth and impact of a vital organization within the Mahikeng community.


• Enjoy a dynamic work environment with opportunities for professional development and career advancement.


• Contribute to meaningful economic empowerment initiatives.


• Join a dedicated team committed to making a lasting difference.


• This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated leader to drive both development and communication efforts.