Remote Digital Fundraising Specialist

Placements24; Paarl; Remote; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development

Remote-first

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is supporting a forward-thinking non-profit in South Africa by sourcing a Remote Digital Fundraising Specialist. You will design and manage digital campaigns to grow online donations, including social media, email marketing, online ads, and optimized donation pages.

Working remotely across South Africa, you’ll analyze performance data, report insights, and collaborate with marketing teams to ensure consistent, impactful messaging.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or related field.
• 4+ years in digital marketing and fundraising for non-profits.
• Proven online fundraising campaigns with measurable results.
• Experience with Google Analytics, email tools, CRM platforms.
• Strong data interpretation and strategic action experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive digital fundraising strategies to meet revenue targets.
• Manage and optimize online fundraising platforms, donation pages, emails, and social media fundraising.
• Create compelling digital content (text, images, video) to inspire donations and engagement.
• Oversee paid digital advertising campaigns to drive traffic and conversions.
• Analyze campaign performance data, generate reports, and provide actionable insights.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Project management

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Communications/Digital Media

Tools

Google Analytics

Social media management tools

Email marketing software

CRM systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a forward-thinking non-profit organization dedicated to providing essential services to vulnerable communities across South Africa, is actively seeking a highly skilled and experienced Remote Digital Fundraising Specialist. This position is critical in expanding our client's online fundraising reach and diversifying revenue streams through innovative digital strategies. The Specialist will be responsible for conceptualizing, implementing, and managing all aspects of digital fundraising campaigns, including social media, email marketing, online advertising, and website optimization for donations. This is a remote-first opportunity, allowing the candidate to work from anywhere within South Africa, contributing significantly to the organization's mission without geographical constraints. The role requires a deep understanding of digital marketing tools and trends in the non-profit sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive digital fundraising strategies to meet and exceed revenue targets.
• Manage and optimize all online fundraising platforms, including donation pages, email campaigns, and social media fundraising initiatives.
• Create compelling and engaging digital content (text, images, video) to inspire donations and supporter engagement.
• Oversee paid digital advertising campaigns (e.g., Google Ads, social media ads) to drive traffic and conversions.
• Analyze campaign performance data, generate reports, and provide actionable insights for continuous improvement.
• Stay abreast of the latest digital fundraising trends, technologies, and best practices.
• Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to ensure brand consistency and integrated messaging across all digital channels.
• Manage donor relationships within the digital space, fostering loyalty and encouraging recurring giving.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Digital Media, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of proven experience in digital marketing and fundraising, specifically within the non-profit sector.
• Demonstrated success in developing and managing successful online fundraising campaigns with measurable results.
• Expertise in various digital marketing tools and platforms (e.g., Google Analytics, social media management tools, email marketing software, CRM systems).
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate it into strategic actions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a talent for crafting persuasive fundraising appeals.
• Creative thinker with a passion for utilizing technology to drive social impact.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a remote environment.

Benefits

This fully remote position offers a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a comprehensive benefits package, including medical aid and retirement fund contributions. Our client strongly supports professional development, offering access to online training and industry conferences. The flexibility of a remote-first work environment is a key benefit, enabling a healthy work-life balance. Generous paid time off is provided. This role offers a significant opportunity to shape the digital fundraising strategy of a growing non-profit and make a profound impact.