Fundraising and Development Officer

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based incentives

Health and wellness benefits

Generous leave policy

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Fundraising and Development Officer for Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, to spearhead fundraising initiatives for a respected charitable foundation. You will identify funding opportunities, cultivate donor relationships, and craft compelling proposals to sustain and grow community services.

The role also involves writing grant proposals, coordinating events, managing donor records, and collaborating with communications to create campaigns.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in fundraising, donor relations, or business development.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication with compelling narratives.
• Strong networking and relationship-building abilities.
• Experience planning and executing fundraising campaigns and events.
• Proficiency with donor management software/CRM.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute fundraising strategies to meet financial goals.
• Identify, cultivate, and solicit individual, corporate, and foundation donors.
• Write persuasive grant proposals and donor appeals.
• Organize fundraising events and donor engagement activities.
• Maintain donor records and ensure timely acknowledgements.
• Collaborate with communications to develop fundraising collateral and campaigns.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Proposal writing

Event management

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a highly respected charitable foundation, is seeking an enthusiastic and results-oriented Fundraising and Development Officer to spearhead their efforts in Durban . This role is crucial for securing the financial resources needed to sustain and expand vital community services. You will be responsible for identifying funding opportunities, cultivating relationships with donors, and crafting compelling proposals. If you are passionate about making a difference and possess strong persuasive skills, this is an excellent opportunity to contribute significantly to the organization's mission and growth within KwaZulu-Natal.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive fundraising strategies to meet organizational financial goals.
• Identify, cultivate, and solicit prospective individual, corporate, and foundation donors.
• Write persuasive grant proposals, sponsorship requests, and donor appeals.
• Organize and manage fundraising events, galas, and donor engagement activities.
• Maintain accurate donor records and ensure timely acknowledgement of gifts.
• Collaborate with the communications team to develop fundraising collateral and campaign materials.

Requirements

• Proven track record in fundraising, donor relations, or business development, preferably in the non-profit sector.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling narratives.
• Strong networking and relationship-building abilities.
• Experience in planning and executing successful fundraising campaigns and events.
• Proficiency in donor management software and CRM systems.
• Knowledge of the philanthropic landscape in Durban and surrounding areas is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Generous leave policy and opportunities for professional growth.
• A dynamic and rewarding work environment focused on collective impact.
• Be part of a mission that positively influences the Durban community.