Fundraising Officer - Remote

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Competitive salary

Annual leave and PTO

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a dynamic Fundraising Officer for a fully remote role. You will develop fundraising strategies, cultivate donor relationships, and identify new funding opportunities to support our client's mission.

The ideal candidate is a persuasive communicator with virtual engagement experience, proficient with donor databases and grant proposals, and a track record of meeting financial targets while collaborating with marketing and programs.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in fundraising, development, or sales, with demonstrated success in achieving financial targets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft persuasive proposals and appeals.
• Experience in building and managing relationships with donors, partners, and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in fundraising CRM software and online giving platforms.
• Strong analytical skills to assess fundraising performance and identify trends.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Philanthropy, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement creative fundraising campaigns across various channels, including online platforms and direct appeals.
• Identify, cultivate, and solicit major donors, corporate sponsors, and foundations.
• Prepare compelling grant proposals, funding applications, and donor reports.
• Organize and execute virtual fundraising events and donor engagement activities.
• Maintain an up-to-date donor database and ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to develop fundraising materials and messaging.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Grant writing

Virtual engagement

Exceptional written communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Business/Philanthropy or related field

Tools

Fundraising CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Fundraising Officer for a fully remote position. You will play a pivotal role in securing financial resources to support our client's critical mission and programs. This role involves developing and executing fundraising strategies, cultivating donor relationships, and identifying new funding opportunities. The ideal candidate is a persuasive communicator, adept at virtual engagement, and possesses a strong understanding of the non-profit fundraising landscape, enabling them to contribute significantly to the organization's sustainability and growth from any location.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement creative fundraising campaigns across various channels, including online platforms and direct appeals.
• Identify, cultivate, and solicit major donors, corporate sponsors, and foundations.
• Prepare compelling grant proposals, funding applications, and donor reports.
• Organize and execute virtual fundraising events and donor engagement activities.
• Maintain an up-to-date donor database and ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to develop fundraising materials and messaging.

Requirements

• Proven track record in fundraising , development, or sales, with demonstrated success in achieving financial targets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft persuasive proposals and appeals.
• Experience in building and managing relationships with donors, partners, and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in fundraising CRM software and online giving platforms.
• Strong analytical skills to assess fundraising performance and identify trends.
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Philanthropy, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering excellent work-life balance.
• Generous annual leave and paid time off.
• Access to professional development and fundraising training programs.
• The opportunity to make a substantial difference in the community through securing vital funds.