Remote Fundraising Specialist

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 460,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Health benefits

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Fundraising Specialist to develop and execute fundraising strategies from home. You will cultivate donor relationships, manage campaigns, and identify new funding opportunities to support our client’s charitable mission.

Join a remote-friendly team and contribute to campaigns across digital and mail channels, while analyzing performance data and driving impact for communities nationwide.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of fundraising, donor relations or development experience.
• Proven success in achieving fundraising goals and managing campaigns.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for persuasive appeals.
• Proficiency with CRM software and online fundraising platforms.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret fundraising data.
• Self-motivated, organized, able to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement online and offline fundraising strategies to meet targets.
• Manage relationships with individual donors, corporate sponsors, and foundations.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute fundraising campaigns across channels.
• Research and identify potential new funding sources and grant opportunities.
• Analyze fundraising data and prepare reports on campaign performance and donor engagement.
• Collaborate with marketing to create fundraising appeals and materials.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Campaign management

CRM proficiency

Data analysis

Remote work

Tools

CRM software

Online fundraising platforms

Job description

Our client, a forward-thinking charity organization, is actively seeking a talented Remote Fundraising Specialist to join their dynamic team, working entirely from home. This critical role focuses on developing and executing innovative fundraising strategies to secure vital resources for our client's mission. You will play a key part in cultivating donor relationships, managing fundraising campaigns, and identifying new funding opportunities to support our impactful work across various communities. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated fundraising professional to leverage their skills in a fully remote setting and contribute significantly to our organizational growth and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive online and offline fundraising strategies to meet organizational targets.
• Manage and nurture relationships with individual donors, corporate sponsors, and foundations.
• Plan, coordinate, and execute fundraising campaigns across various channels, including digital platforms and direct mail.
• Research and identify potential new funding sources and grant opportunities.
• Analyze fundraising data and prepare detailed reports on campaign performance and donor engagement.
• Collaborate with marketing teams to create compelling fundraising appeals and communication materials.

Requirements

• Proven track record in fundraising, donor relations, or development, with at least 3 years of experience.
• Demonstrated success in achieving fundraising goals and managing campaigns.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft persuasive appeals.
• Proficiency in using CRM software and online fundraising platforms.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret fundraising data.
• Self-motivated, highly organized, and able to work independently in a remote environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Comprehensive health insurance benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and attending industry conferences.
• A chance to contribute directly to impactful charitable causes and make a real difference from anywhere.