Fundraising Development Officer

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Medical insurance

Paid leave

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is helping a North West charity in Rustenburg fill a Fundraising Development Officer role. You will identify, cultivate, and solicit philanthropic support from individuals, corporations, and foundations to advance vital programs for families in the community.

The role requires at least 4 years of fundraising experience, strong proposal writing, and the ability to travel within the region. You will work closely with marketing, manage donor relations, and lead events to achieve annual

Qualifications

• 4+ years in fundraising, donor relations, or sales.
• Proven success securing major gifts from multiple sources.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; strong proposals.
• Strong analytical and strategic planning skills.
• Experience with Raiser's Edge and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a fundraising plan to meet annual revenue goals.
• Identify, research, and cultivate individual, corporate, and foundation donors.
• Prepare grant proposals, sponsorship packages, and campaign materials.
• Manage donor relationships and ensure long-term engagement.
• Organise fundraising events from planning to post-event follow-up.
• Collaborate with marketing to tailor donor messaging.
• Track progress, maintain donor records, and report outcomes.
• Represent the organization at events and donor meetings in Rustenburg.
• Stay updated on fundraising trends and best practices.
• Solicit gifts through major gifts, annual appeals, and planned giving.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Proposal writing

Strategic planning

Negotiation

Education

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

Tools

Raiser's Edge

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a distinguished charity focused on providing essential support services to vulnerable families in Rustenburg, North West, is seeking a dedicated and ambitious Fundraising Development Officer. This role is crucial for identifying, cultivating, and soliciting philanthropic support from individuals, corporations, and foundations. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in driving revenue growth to sustain and expand our client's vital programs within the North West province. You will be responsible for developing and executing innovative fundraising strategies tailored to the local philanthropic landscape of Rustenburg. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated fundraising professional to significantly contribute to the well‑being of families in the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan to achieve annual revenue goals.
• Identify, research, and cultivate prospective individual, corporate, and foundation donors.
• Prepare compelling grant proposals, sponsorship packages, and fundraising campaign materials.
• Manage relationships with existing donors, ensuring stewardship and promoting long‑term engagement.
• Organise and execute fundraising events, from planning to post-event follow‑up.
• Collaborate with the marketing and communications team to develop donor‑centered messaging.
• Track fundraising progress, maintain donor records, and provide regular reports on activities and outcomes.
• Represent Our client at community events, donor meetings, and networking opportunities in Rustenburg.
• Stay abreast of fundraising trends and best practices.
• Solicit gifts through various channels, including major gifts, annual appeals, and planned giving.

Requirements

• Proven track record in fundraising, donor relations, or sales, with at least 4 years of experience.
• Demonstrated success in securing significant financial contributions from various sources.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with expertise in proposal writing and presentation.
• Strong analytical and strategic planning capabilities.
• Proficiency in fundraising software (e.g., Raiser's Edge) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to build rapport and maintain professional relationships with donors and stakeholders.
• Understanding of the philanthropic landscape in North West and specifically Rustenburg.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Philanthropy, or a related field.
• Must be results‑oriented and possess strong negotiation skills.
• Willingness to travel within the region as needed.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, a performance‑based bonus structure, and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance and paid leave.
• This role provides a unique opportunity to lead fundraising efforts in the Rustenburg area, directly impacting the lives of families in need.
• You will work in a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development and career advancement within the non‑profit sector.
• Join a dedicated team committed to making a lasting difference in the North West community.