Remote Fundraising Manager

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Remote; ZAR 700,000 - 950,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Competitive compensation

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is partnering with a respected international humanitarian organization to recruit a Remote Fundraising Manager. You will lead the development and execution of fundraising strategies, cultivate major donors, and manage campaigns from a fully remote setup.

In this role you will build donor relationships, oversee campaigns, analyze data, and ensure compliance with fundraising standards while coordinating with global teams to maximize impact.

Qualifications

• Extensive fundraising experience and a proven ability to meet and exceed targets.
• Demonstrated success in cultivating and managing relationships with major donors and corporate partners.
• Strong strategic planning, analytical, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication, persuasion, and presentation abilities.
• Experience leading and motivating fundraising teams, preferably in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in donor management software (CRM) and other fundraising technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a diversified fundraising strategy including major gifts, corporate partnerships, grants, and online campaigns.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with individual donors, foundations, and corporate sponsors.
• Lead and manage a team of fundraising professionals, potentially remotely.
• Oversee planning and execution of fundraising events and campaigns, including virtual engagement.
• Analyze fundraising data to identify trends, measure performance, and optimize strategies.
• Prepare compelling fundraising proposals, reports, and presentations.
• Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations and ethical standards.

Skills

Extensive fundraising experience

Donor relationship management

Strategic planning

Project management

Communication

Persuasion

Presentation skills

Remote team leadership

CRM software

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

CFRE certification

Tools

CRM software

Fundraising technologies

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a highly respected international humanitarian organization, is seeking an accomplished and visionary Remote Fundraising Manager. This critical role will lead the development and execution of comprehensive fundraising strategies to support the organization's vital global mission. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying new funding opportunities, cultivating donor relationships, and managing fundraising campaigns, all within a fully remote operational setup. This position requires exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and a proven track record in fundraising, particularly within the non‑profit sector. The opportunity to work remotely allows for unparalleled flexibility while making a substantial contribution to critical humanitarian efforts. We are seeking a results‑driven professional who can inspire support and significantly increase the financial resources needed to achieve our client's impactful goals. This role is fully remote, demanding strong self‑management and communication skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a diversified fundraising strategy, including major gifts, corporate partnerships, grants, and online campaigns.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with individual donors, foundations, and corporate sponsors.
• Lead and manage a team of fundraising professionals (potentially remotely).
• Oversee the planning and execution of fundraising events and campaigns, adapting them for virtual engagement.
• Analyze fundraising data to identify trends, measure performance, and optimize strategies.
• Prepare compelling fundraising proposals, reports, and presentations.
• Ensure compliance with all fundraising regulations and ethical standards.
• Stay abreast of best practices and innovations in fundraising and donor engagement.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in fundraising and development, with a proven ability to meet and exceed targets.
• Demonstrated success in cultivating and managing relationships with major donors and corporate partners.
• Strong strategic planning, analytical, and project management skills.
• Excellent communication, persuasion, and presentation abilities.
• Experience leading and motivating fundraising teams, preferably in a remote setting.
• Proficiency in donor management software (CRM) and other fundraising technologies.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; Master's degree or CFRE certification is a plus.
• A deep commitment to humanitarian causes and the mission of our client.
• A reliable home office setup and strong internet connectivity for effective remote work are essential.

Benefits

• Fully remote position offering exceptional work‑life integration and flexibility.
• The opportunity to lead and innovate in a critical area of a major humanitarian organization.
• Work on meaningful projects that have a global impact.
• Highly competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Ongoing professional development and opportunities to attend virtual industry events.