Fundraising and Marketing Executive

The Carpenter's Shop NPC trading as The Hope Exchange helping the homeless; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player dedicated to helping the homeless is seeking a passionate Fundraising and Marketing Executive. This role involves driving awareness and fundraising efforts to support vital social care initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in marketing, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to making a difference in the lives of those in need. Join a team that values personal growth and community reintegration, and help create impactful change in Cape Town.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in Marketing and Fundraising.
• Strong administration, planning, and organizing skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver marketing functions to increase profile and support awareness.
• Identify and secure new sponsorships and funding grants.

Skills

Marketing

Fundraising

Communication Skills

Digital Media Proficiency

Organizational Skills

Education

Relevant Tertiary Qualification

Tools

MS Office Suite

CRM Applications

Salesforce

Job description

VACANCY POST :

Position : Fundraising and Marketing Executive

Start date : TBC

Application Closing date : February 3

Commencement of Interviews : TBC

Type : Permanent

Fundraising and Marketing Executive

The Hope Exchange (formerly known as The Carpenter’s Shop) has been operating from Roeland Street in the Cape Town CBD since 1 and helps the homeless to help themselves. We improve the lives of those with no choice but to live on the streets – restoring dignity and facilitating personal growth. Our aim is to reintegrate clients back into society or reunify them with family by providing holistic social care and driving awareness for the cause.

The incumbent’s core responsibilities are to perform various marketing activities that increase The Hope Exchange’s profile and support awareness and fundraising; and to undertake fundraising activities to secure and grow funding and donor income to meet The Hope Exchange’s strategic objectives and operational plans.

Key Performance Areas

1. Plan, develop, and deliver communications, public relations, and marketing functions.
2. Identify, attract, and secure new sponsorships, donations, and funding grants.
3. Write and distribute funding proposals to a targeted number of potential donors, trusts, foundations, institutions, and international funders.
4. Develop, nurture, and maintain professional relationships with donors and steward existing funder relationships.
5. Support income generation and new business with the marketing of The Hope Exchange’s various social enterprises.

Required Competencies and/or Experience

1. A minimum of 3 years’ experience in Marketing and Fundraising.
2. Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and presentation).
3. A relevant tertiary qualification will be advantageous.
4. Strong administration, planning, and organizing skills.
5. Action-oriented and results-driven.
6. Own transport and a valid driver’s license.
7. Proficient in digital and social media platforms.
8. Proficient in the MS Office Suite and the ability to use relevant CRM applications.
9. Experience with, or an understanding of Salesforce will be beneficial.
10. Knowledge and understanding of the homeless phenomenon.
11. A strong background in, or an understanding of the NPO sector will be beneficial.

Applications and Closing Date

1. Please quote “FME FEB’” in the subject line, or on any application correspondence.
2. Email your application in the form of a brief introduction and motivation letter (of less than half a page) with attached CV to [e-mail]
3. The closing date for applications is Monday, February 3.
4. Should you not receive any feedback from us within 2 weeks of the above closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

The Hope Exchange reserves the right not to proceed with an appointment.