Fundraising Manager

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 450,000 - 800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Work in Pretoria

Job summary

Placements24 in Pretoria is seeking a dynamic Fundraising Manager to lead our client’s fundraising strategy, donor cultivation, and grant program. You will build a high-performing team, secure major gifts, oversee events, and report on impact to sustain growth and social impact in the Pretoria region.

You will lead a dedicated team, manage donor relationships, and ensure best practices across the fundraising lifecycle to maximize resources for our mission-driven work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in non-profit fundraising.
• Proven track record of soliciting and closing major gifts.
• Excellent grant writing and proposal development skills.
• Strong knowledge of fundraising best practices and donor cultivation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual and multi-year fundraising plans.
• Identify, cultivate, and solicit major gifts from individuals, foundations, and corporations.
• Write compelling grant proposals and manage grant reporting requirements.
• Organize and execute successful fundraising events, campaigns, and appeals.
• Manage donor database and ensure accurate record-keeping and timely acknowledgments.
• Supervise and mentor junior fundraising staff and volunteers.

Skills

Grant writing

Donor cultivation

Leadership

Fundraising strategy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a dynamic and experienced Fundraising Manager to spearhead their fundraising efforts in Pretoria. This critical role involves developing and executing comprehensive fundraising strategies to secure financial resources necessary for sustaining and expanding our client's impactful work. You will cultivate relationships with donors, manage grant applications, organize fundraising events, and lead a dedicated team. This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned fundraising professional to make a significant contribution to a cause-driven organization in the Pretoria region and shape its financial future.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement annual and multi-year fundraising plans.
• Identify, cultivate, and solicit major gifts from individuals, foundations, and corporations.
• Write compelling grant proposals and manage grant reporting requirements.
• Organize and execute successful fundraising events, campaigns, and appeals.
• Manage donor database and ensure accurate record-keeping and timely acknowledgments.
• Supervise and mentor junior fundraising staff and volunteers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in non-profit fundraising, with a proven track record of success.
• Demonstrated ability to solicit and close major gifts.
• Excellent grant writing and proposal development skills.
• Strong knowledge of fundraising best practices and donor cultivation strategies.
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Generous paid time off and professional development opportunities.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment dedicated to social impact in Pretoria.