Fundraising Manager

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonuses and incentives

Medical aid and retirement savings

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a strategic Fundraising Manager for a Randburg-based charity focused on educational access. You will develop and execute multi-year fundraising plans, cultivate major donors, and build partnerships with corporate sponsors and foundations to drive growth.

The role requires 7+ years in nonprofit fundraising, a strong track record in major gifts, and experience with donor management systems.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of progressive experience in non-profit fundraising, with success in major gifts and corporate partnerships.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or related field required.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding fundraising targets.

Responsibilities

• Develop a multi-year fundraising plan to meet annual revenue goals.
• Cultivate and steward major donors, corporate sponsors, and foundations.
• Plan and manage fundraising campaigns and events across channels.
• Build long-term donor relationships and collaborate with the board on initiatives.
• Oversee compelling fundraising proposals and materials.
• Manage donor data and reporting; ensure compliance with regulations.
• Lead and mentor a small fundraising team.

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Donor relationships

Major gifts

Non-profit fundraising

Communication skills

Strategic planning

Education

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

Tools

Salesforce

Raiser's Edge

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent charitable foundation dedicated to educational access in Randburg, Gauteng , is seeking a highly motivated and strategic Fundraising Manager. This role is central to securing the financial resources necessary to support the foundation's mission and expand its impact. The Fundraising Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive fundraising strategies, cultivating relationships with major donors, corporate partners, and foundations, and overseeing fundraising campaigns. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced fundraising professional to lead a critical function within a respected organization serving the Gauteng community. We are looking for a candidate with a proven track record in donor acquisition, retention, and major gift solicitation, coupled with exceptional leadership and strategic planning skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a multi-year fundraising plan to meet annual revenue goals.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major individual donors, corporate sponsors, and philanthropic foundations.
• Plan and manage fundraising campaigns, events, and appeals across various channels.
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with current and prospective donors.
• Collaborate with the board of directors and executive leadership on fundraising initiatives.
• Oversee the creation of compelling fundraising proposals and materials.
• Manage and analyze donor data to inform fundraising strategies and reporting.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant fundraising regulations and ethical standards.
• Supervise and mentor a small team of fundraising support staff.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in non-profit fundraising, with a demonstrated success in major gifts and corporate partnerships.
• Proven track record of meeting or exceeding ambitious fundraising targets.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong strategic planning and analytical abilities.
• Experience with donor management software (e.g., Salesforce, Raiser's Edge).
• Ability to cultivate relationships with high-net-worth individuals and corporate leaders in the Randburg and broader Gauteng area.
• Knowledge of best practices in fundraising ethics and compliance.
• Demonstrated passion for the mission of the foundation and commitment to educational advancement.

Benefits

• A competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Performance-based bonuses and incentives.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement savings plan.
• Generous leave allowance and paid time off.
• Professional development opportunities, including conference attendance.
• The opportunity to lead a critical function within a reputable non-profit organization in Gauteng .