Remote Fundraising Lead: Grants, Major Gifts & Impact

Placements24; Centurion; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Fully remote work arrangement

Opportunity to lead fundraising for a高

Professional development and learning

Social impact focus

Contribution to meaningful causes

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting an experienced Remote Fundraising Manager to lead nationwide fundraising efforts for a prominent charity. This role focuses on donor relations, grant writing, and campaign management to secure vital resources and exceed targets from a fully remote setting within South Africa.

You will develop strategic plans, build donor networks, and oversee data and campaigns across channels while collaborating with marketing and program teams to maximize impact and ensure compliance

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of proven experience in non-profit fundraising.
• Track record of developing and implementing strategic fundraising plans.
• Excellent grant writing, proposal development, and donor cultivation skills.
• Strong understanding of fundraising methodologies and technologies.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in CRM software and fundraising platforms.
• Bachelor’s degree; Master’s or CFRE certification is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive fundraising strategies across channels.
• Identify, cultivate, and solicit major gifts from prospective donors.
• Write compelling grant proposals and reports for foundations and sponsors.
• Plan and manage fundraising campaigns and events, virtual and in-person.
• Build and maintain long-term donor relationships and stakeholder links.
• Oversee donor databases and ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Analyze fundraising data to inform strategy and optimize performance.
• Collaborate with marketing to develop fundraising collateral and messaging.
• Stay updated on fundraising best practices and legislation.
• Provide leadership to fundraising volunteers and staff where applicable.

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Grant writing

Donor cultivation

CRM software

Analytical skills

Communication & negotiation

Project management

Non-profit sector experience

Remote work / self-directed

Team leadership (volunteers/staff)

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Master's degree or CFRE certification is a plus

Tools

Salesforce CRM

Raiser’s Edge

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting an experienced Remote Fundraising Manager to lead nationwide fundraising efforts for a prominent charity. This role focuses on donor relations, grant writing, and campaign management to secure vital resources and exceed targets from a fully remote setting within South Africa.

You will develop strategic plans, build donor networks, and oversee data and campaigns across channels while collaborating with marketing and program teams to maximize impact and ensure compliance