Remote Fundraising Coordinator

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 320,000 - 520,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Remote work

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Fundraising Coordinator for a disaster relief charity. You will design and drive fundraising strategies across online and offline channels, engage donors, and manage CRM platforms from anywhere in SA.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in fundraising with a proven online track record, strong written skills, and the ability to work independently in a fully remote role. This position offers competitive pay and bonuses.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Non-profit Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years fundraising or donor relations experience, with online fundraising track record.
• Experience with digital fundraising platforms, CRM software, and email marketing tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; persuasive appeals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute online and offline fundraising strategies to meet goals.
• Manage and optimize digital fundraising platforms, pages, social media, and email campaigns.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit individual donors; encourage recurring giving.
• Support development and execution of virtual and in-person fundraising events.
• Build relationships with corporate sponsors and foundations.
• Create fundraising appeals and content for website, social, and newsletters.
• Track progress, analyze campaigns, and generate management reports.
• Ensure donor data accuracy and timely donation acknowledgments.
• Stay updated on fundraising best practices and donor engagement trends.
• Collaborate with marketing to ensure consistent brand messaging.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Digital fundraising

CRM familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Salesforce

Raiser's Edge

Email marketing tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable charity focused on disaster relief and humanitarian aid, is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Remote Fundraising Coordinator . This position is fully remote and vital for developing and implementing strategies to secure crucial funding through various channels, including online campaigns, individual giving, and corporate partnerships. You will play a key role in engaging donors, managing fundraising platforms, and contributing to the financial sustainability of our client's emergency response efforts. The ideal candidate is a creative and results-driven fundraiser with a strong understanding of digital fundraising tools and techniques, capable of working effectively in a fully remote capacity. This role offers the chance to contribute directly to life-saving initiatives from anywhere in the country.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive online and offline fundraising strategies to meet organizational goals.
• Manage and optimize digital fundraising platforms, including donation pages, social media campaigns, and email marketing.
• Identify, cultivate, and solicit individual donors, building strong relationships and encouraging recurring giving.
• Support the development and execution of fundraising events (virtual and in-person).
• Assist in cultivating and managing relationships with corporate sponsors and foundations.
• Create compelling fundraising appeals and communication materials, including website content, social media posts, and newsletters.
• Track fundraising progress, analyze campaign performance, and generate reports for management.
• Ensure accurate donor data management and timely acknowledgment of donations.
• Stay updated on fundraising best practices, new technologies, and donor engagement trends.
• Collaborate with marketing and communications teams to ensure consistent brand messaging.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Non-profit Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in fundraising, donor relations, or a related role, with a proven track record in online fundraising.
• Demonstrated experience with digital fundraising platforms, CRM software (e.g., Salesforce, Raiser's Edge), and email marketing tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft persuasive appeals.
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Experience in developing and executing successful fundraising campaigns.
• Ability to work independently and proactively in a remote environment.
• A passion for humanitarian causes and a commitment to the organization's mission.
• Familiarity with disaster relief or humanitarian aid sectors is a plus.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving abilities.

Benefits

• This fully remote position offers a competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and the flexibility to work from home.
• You will have the opportunity to contribute to critical humanitarian efforts and develop your fundraising skills within a supportive and dynamic team.
• Our client provides access to professional development resources and the immense satisfaction of knowing your work directly supports people in crisis.
• Enjoy the autonomy of a remote role while being an integral part of an organization dedicated to making a global impact.
• This is an ideal role for a self-motivated individual passionate about fundraising for a cause.