Fundraising and Development Manager

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid and retirement fund

Generous annual leave

Professional development support

Conservation-focused team

Impactful wildlife projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Fundraising and Development Manager for a respected wildlife conservation organization in Nelspruit. You will develop comprehensive fundraising strategies to secure resources for conservation projects and nurture relationships with individual donors, corporate partners, and foundations.

The role requires a track record in major gifts, grant writing, and campaign development, with strong communication skills and a passion for wildlife conservation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Philanthropy, Business, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in non-profit fundraising and development.
• Demonstrated success in securing major gifts, grants, and corporate sponsorships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong proposal writing capabilities.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse donor segments.
• Experience planning and executing successful fundraising events.
• Proficiency in donor management software and MS Office.
• Passion for wildlife conservation and commitment to the organization's mission.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic fundraising plans to meet annual revenue goals.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with individual donors, corporate sponsors, and philanthropic foundations.
• Identify, research, and write compelling grant proposals to secure funding from various sources.
• Plan, organize, and execute fundraising events, both in-person and virtual.
• Manage donor database and ensure accurate record-keeping and timely acknowledgments.
• Develop and implement donor stewardship strategies to foster long-term engagement.
• Create persuasive fundraising materials, including appeals, newsletters, and case statements.
• Collaborate with communications team to integrate fundraising messages into broader outreach efforts.
• Monitor fundraising performance and provide regular reports to senior management.
• Stay abreast of fundraising best practices and trends in the non-profit sector.

Skills

Donor relations

Grant writing

Event management

Campaign development

Communication skills

Relationship building

Proposal writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing

Bachelor's degree in Communications

Bachelor's degree in Philanthropy

Bachelor's degree in Business

Tools

Raiser's Edge

Salesforce NPSP

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a respected non-pproduct organization committed to supporting wildlife conservation efforts, is seeking an experienced Fundraising and Development Manager for their team in Nelspruit. This critical role will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive fundraising strategies to secure financial resources necessary for the organization's conservation projects. The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record in donor relations, grant writing, event management, and campaign development. You will play a pivotal role in nurturing relationships with individual donors, corporate partners, and foundations, ensuring the sustainable funding of vital conservation initiatives in the region and beyond. This position offers a unique opportunity to combine your passion for wildlife with your expertise in fundraising to make a tangible difference in conservation efforts.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic fundraising plans to meet annual revenue goals.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with individual donors, corporate sponsors, and philanthropic foundations.
• Identify, research, and write compelling grant proposals to secure funding from various sources.
• Plan, organize, and execute fundraising events, both in-person and virtual.
• Manage donor database and ensure accurate record-keeping and timely acknowledgments.
• Develop and implement donor stewardship strategies to foster long-term engagement.
• Create persuasive fundraising materials, including appeals, newsletters, and case statements.
• Collaborate with the communications team to integrate fundraising messages into broader outreach efforts.
• Monitor fundraising performance and provide regular reports to senior management.
• Stay abreast of fundraising best practices and trends in the non-profit sector.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Philanthropy, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in non-profit fundraising and development.
• Demonstrated success in securing major gifts, grants, and corporate sponsorships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong proposal writing capabilities.
• Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with diverse donor segments.
• Experience in planning and executing successful fundraising events.
• Proficiency in donor management software (e.g., Raiser's Edge, Salesforce NPSP) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• A passion for wildlife conservation and a commitment to the organization's mission.
• Knowledge of the conservation landscape and potential funding sources in the Nelspruit area is an asset.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentive opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Generous annual leave and paid public holidays.
• Professional development opportunities and support for relevant certifications.
• A dynamic work environment with a dedicated team focused on conservation.
• The opportunity to contribute significantly to impactful wildlife preservation projects.