Fundraising and Development Manager

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a strategic Fundraising and Development Manager to lead comprehensive fundraising efforts in Mahikeng, North West. The role focuses on cultivating relationships with individual donors, corporate sponsors, foundations, and community partners to diversify funding and ensure financial stability.

The successful candidate will lead grant writing, organize fundraising events, manage the donor database, and collaborate with communications to create impactful fundraising materials

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Philanthropy, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of progressive fundraising, development, or non-profit management experience.
• Proven track record of securing funds from diverse sources including individuals, corporations, and foundations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong proposal writing and presentation abilities.
• Strong networking, relationship-building and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated experience in planning and executing successful fundraising events.
• Proficiency in donor management software (CRM) and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising and development strategy for Mahikeng and the surrounding North West region.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with individual donors, corporate partners, foundations, and grant-making bodies.
• Lead grant writing efforts, preparing compelling proposals and reports for potential funders.
• Organize and manage fundraising events, campaigns, and donor engagement activities.
• Develop and manage the annual fundraising budget, ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Maintain an accurate and up-to-date donor database and ensure timely acknowledgment of contributions.
• Collaborate with the communications team to develop fundraising materials and messaging.
• Stay informed about fundraising trends, best practices, and potential funding opportunities.
• Provide regular reports on fundraising progress, goals, and key performance indicators to the leadership team.
• Represent the organization at community events and networking opportunities to raise awareness and build support.

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Grant writing

Donor relations

Event planning

Proposal writing

Networking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Philanthropy, or related field

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a respected charity organization dedicated to providing essential services to vulnerable families, is seeking a strategic and proactive Fundraising and Development Manager to lead their efforts in Mahikeng, North West . This key role is responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive fundraising strategies to secure the financial resources necessary to sustain and expand the organization's vital programs. The Manager will focus on cultivating relationships with individual donors, corporate sponsors, foundations, and community partners to diversify funding streams and ensure long-term financial stability. This position requires a results-oriented individual with strong communication and networking skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising and development strategy for the organization in Mahikeng and the surrounding North West region.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with individual donors, corporate partners, foundations, and grant-making bodies.
• Lead grant writing efforts, preparing compelling proposals and reports for potential funders.
• Organize and manage fundraising events, campaigns, and donor engagement activities.
• Develop and manage the annual fundraising budget, ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Maintain an accurate and up-to-date donor database and ensure timely acknowledgment of contributions.
• Collaborate with the communications team to develop fundraising materials and messaging.
• Stay informed about fundraising trends, best practices, and potential funding opportunities.
• Provide regular reports on fundraising progress, goals, and key performance indicators to the leadership team.
• Represent the organization at community events and networking opportunities to raise awareness and build support.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Philanthropy, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in fundraising, development, or non-profit management.
• Proven track record of successfully securing funds from diverse sources, including individual donors, corporations, and foundations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong proposal writing and presentation abilities.
• Strong networking, relationship-building, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated experience in planning and executing successful fundraising events.
• Proficiency in donor management software (CRM) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Understanding of the philanthropic landscape and community needs in Mahikeng and the North West province.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• A strong commitment to the mission and values of the organization.

Benefits

Our client offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their employees.

This role provides a significant opportunity to contribute directly to the sustainability of vital social services and to grow professionally within the non-profit sector.

Employees will be part of a dedicated and collaborative team working towards a common goal.

The position offers the chance to build strong community ties and networks within Mahikeng .