Grant Writer & Fundraising Specialist

Placements24; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 250,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Job summary

Placements24 in Randburg seeks a meticulous Grant Writer and Fundraising Assistant to secure resources for its programs. You will research funding opportunities, draft compelling proposals, and collaborate with program staff to reflect needs and impact.

Based in Randburg, this role demands strong research, writing, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and contribute to campaigns and donor relations, ultimately supporting sustainable funding for the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Nonprofit Management, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of grant writing or fundraising experience in the nonprofit sector.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with editing/proofreading abilities.
• Proven ability to research funding opportunities and write persuasive proposals.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; familiarity with donor CRM systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify grant funding opportunities from foundations, corporations, and government agencies.
• Write, edit, and submit grant proposals, applications, and reports.
• Collaborate with program managers to gather information for applications.
• Ensure submissions are accurate, complete, and meet funder guidelines and deadlines.
• Maintain a database of grant opportunities, submissions, and outcomes.
• Assist in fundraising campaigns and donor stewardship activities.
• Organize fundraising events and manage donor communication.
• Track grant timelines and reporting requirements.

Skills

Grant writing

Research

Editing

Communication

Organization

Deadline management

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in English, Communications, Nonprofit Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

CRM/donor management software

Job description

Placements24 in Randburg seeks a meticulous Grant Writer and Fundraising Assistant to secure resources for its programs. You will research funding opportunities, draft compelling proposals, and collaborate with program staff to reflect needs and impact.

Based in Randburg, this role demands strong research, writing, and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and contribute to campaigns and donor relations, ultimately supporting sustainable funding for the