Non-Profit Development Director

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Remote work flexibility

Professional growth & networking

Impactful mission-driven work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Development Director for a Centurion-based non-profit with national reach. You will spearhead fundraising and development activities, cultivating major donors, foundations, and corporate partners to secure essential funding.

The role requires strategic leadership, deep non-profit financial acumen, and a passion for the mission. You will lead a team, manage budgets, and shape long-term funding strategies from a remote location across Gauteng and beyond.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in Non-profit Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in non-profit fundraising and development, with a proven track record of success.
• Demonstrated experience in securing major gifts, corporate sponsorships, and foundation grants.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and management skills.
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in CRM/donor management software (e.g., Salesforce, Raiser's Edge).
• Experience working with boards and senior leadership.
• A strong understanding of the philanthropic landscape, particularly within Gauteng.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy, including annual giving, major gifts, corporate partnerships, and grant acquisition.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with key donors, foundations, and corporate sponsors.
• Oversee the grant writing and reporting process, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
• Lead and inspire the development team, fostering a culture of philanthropy.
• Develop and manage the annual development budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility.
• Plan and execute fundraising events, both virtual and in-person (when appropriate).
• Collaborate with the executive director and board of directors on strategic initiatives.
• Analyze fundraising data and trends to inform strategy and decision‑making.
• Represent the organization to potential donors and the wider community.
• Stay abreast of best practices in non-profit fundraising and donor engagement.

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Donor relations

Grant writing

Leadership

Budget management

CRM (Salesforce/Raiser's Edge)

Board engagement

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Salesforce

Raiser's Edge

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a highly respected non-profit organization based in Centurion with a national reach, is seeking an accomplished and visionary Development Director. This senior leadership position is responsible for spearheading all fundraising and development activities, ensuring the financial sustainability and growth of the organization. You will cultivate relationships with major donors, foundations, corporate partners, and government agencies to secure vital funding. The role requires a strategic thinker with exceptional leadership qualities, a deep understanding of non-profit finance, and a passion for the organization's mission. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of a vital charitable institution and significantly impact communities across Gauteng and beyond. The successful candidate will be a key player in driving the organization's long-term success through robust financial planning and execution, working remotely to connect with a broad network.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy, including annual giving, major gifts, corporate partnerships, and grant acquisition.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with key donors, foundations, and corporate sponsors.
• Oversee the grant writing and reporting process, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
• Lead and inspire the development team, fostering a culture of philanthropy.
• Develop and manage the annual development budget, ensuring fiscal responsibility.
• Plan and execute fundraising events, both virtual and in-person (when appropriate).
• Collaborate with the executive director and board of directors on strategic initiatives.
• Analyze fundraising data and trends to inform strategy and decision‑making.
• Represent the organization to potential donors and the wider community.
• Stay abreast of best practices in non-profit fundraising and donor engagement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree in Non-profit Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in non-profit fundraising and development, with a proven track record of success.
• Demonstrated experience in securing major gifts, corporate sponsorships, and foundation grants.
• Exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and management skills.
• Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in CRM/donor management software (e.g., Salesforce, Raiser's Edge).
• Experience working with boards and senior leadership.
• A strong understanding of the philanthropic landscape, particularly within Gauteng.
• A passion for the mission of our client and a commitment to making a difference.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary package.
• Comprehensive benefits including health insurance and retirement contributions.
• Significant opportunities for professional growth and networking.
• The autonomy to shape fundraising strategies for a impactful organization.
• Work remotely from anywhere, contributing to the growth of initiatives affecting Centurion.
• Make a substantial impact on the organization's ability to serve the community across Gauteng.