Fundraising Manager - Non-Profit

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work flexibility

Health & wellness benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Fundraising Manager to lead development efforts in Centurion. You will design and execute strategies to secure funding from grants, corporate partnerships, and individual donors, enabling ambitious community goals.

Your role requires strategic thinking, persuasive communication, and a deep passion for the charity sector, driving revenue growth to support critical programs and sustainability.

Qualifications

• Non-profit fundraising proven track record with demonstrated success securing significant funding.
• Bachelor's degree; Master’s preferred.
• Excellent proposal writing and strong communication/interpersonal skills.
• Experience with donor management software and fundraising CRMs.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical abilities to develop fundraising plans.
• Passion for charity sector and alignment with the organization's mission.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy to meet annual revenue targets.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit major gifts from individuals, foundations, and corporations.
• Write compelling grant proposals and manage grant reporting requirements.
• Organize and execute fundraising events, campaigns, and donor cultivation activities.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with existing donors and prospects in Centurion.
• Oversee the donor database and ensure accurate record-keeping and reporting.

Skills

Proposal writing

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Strategic thinking

Analytical abilities

Donor relations

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Donor management software

Fundraising CRM

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and dynamic Fundraising Manager to lead their development efforts in Centurion . This pivotal role is responsible for designing and executing strategies to secure funding from various sources, including grants, corporate partnerships, and individual donors, thereby enabling the organization to achieve its ambitious goals. The successful candidate will be a strategic thinker, a persuasive communicator, and deeply passionate about the charity sector , driving revenue growth to support critical community programs. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the financial sustainability and expansion of our client's impactful work.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy to meet annual revenue targets.
• Identify, cultivate, and solicit major gifts from individuals, foundations, and corporations.
• Write compelling grant proposals and manage grant reporting requirements.
• Organize and execute fundraising events, campaigns, and donor cultivation activities.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with existing donors and prospects in Centurion .
• Oversee the donor database and ensure accurate record-keeping and reporting.

Requirements

• Proven track record in non-profit fundraising, with demonstrated success in securing significant funding.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; a Master's degree is a plus.
• Excellent proposal writing, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with donor management software and fundraising CRM systems.
• Strategic thinking and strong analytical abilities to develop effective fundraising plans.
• Demonstrated passion for the charity sector and a commitment to the organization's mission and values.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits package.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and networking.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment focused on mission achievement.
• Remote work flexibility, allowing for a strong work-life balance.