Fundraising Officer

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Networking in non-profit sector

Job summary

Placements24 in Welkom seeks a driven Fundraising Officer to lead donor cultivation and campaign execution for a respected nonprofit in the Free State. You will develop fundraising strategies, build partnerships with individuals, foundations, and corporations, and drive campaigns across digital and traditional channels.

The role requires a proven track record in fundraising, excellent written and verbal communication, strong presentation skills, CRM proficiency, and the ability to manage

Qualifications

• Proven experience in fundraising, development, or sales roles, preferably within the charity sector.
• Demonstrated success in achieving fundraising targets and cultivating donor relationships.
• Excellent communication, persuasive writing, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in CRM systems and fundraising software.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of the local philanthropic landscape in Welkom and the Free State is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement fundraising strategies to meet organizational financial goals.
• Identify, cultivate, and solicit donations from individuals, foundations, and corporate partners.
• Manage and steward relationships with existing donors to ensure long-term support.
• Plan and execute fundraising events, campaigns, and appeals across digital and traditional platforms.
• Prepare compelling grant proposals and funding reports for various stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate donor records and track fundraising progress using CRM software.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

CRM software

Communication

Persuasive writing

Presentation skills

Organization

Multitasking

Tools

CRM systems

Fundraising software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a driven and persuasive Fundraising Officer to join their dynamic team in Welkom . This role is essential for securing the financial resources needed to sustain and expand their vital charitable work. You will be responsible for developing and executing fundraising strategies, cultivating donor relationships, and managing fundraising campaigns across various channels. This is a key position for an individual passionate about non-profit growth and eager to contribute to the organization's mission in the Free State province, ensuring continued support for critical community initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement effective fundraising strategies to meet organizational financial goals.
• Identify, cultivate, and solicit donations from individuals, foundations, and corporate partners.
• Manage and steward relationships with existing donors to ensure long-term support.
• Plan and execute fundraising events, campaigns, and appeals across digital and traditional platforms.
• Prepare compelling grant proposals and funding reports for various stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate donor records and track fundraising progress using CRM software.

Requirements

• Proven experience in fundraising, development, or sales roles, preferably within the charity sector .
• Demonstrated success in achieving fundraising targets and cultivating donor relationships.
• Excellent communication, persuasive writing, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in CRM systems and fundraising software.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of the local philanthropic landscape in Welkom and the Free State is advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and commission structure based on fundraising success.
• Hybrid work environment offering a blend of office and remote work flexibility.
• Opportunity to play a critical role in the financial sustainability of a respected organization.
• Professional development opportunities and networking within the non-profit sector.
• A collaborative and supportive team focused on achieving shared goals.