Remote Fundraising Specialist - Mossel Bay

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Professional development

Remote work

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Fundraising Specialist for a fully remote role supporting community development initiatives across South Africa. The position focuses on developing fundraising strategies, cultivating donor relationships, managing grants, and coordinating campaigns from a home office.

You will work independently, ensuring targets are met nationwide with strong communication and project management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 4–6 years of non-profit fundraising experience including grant writing and donor relations.
• Proven track record of meeting fundraising targets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for persuasive proposals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic fundraising plans to meet financial goals.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit donations from individuals, corporations and foundations.
• Research, write, and submit compelling grant proposals.
• Organize fundraising campaigns and events, online and offline.
• Maintain donor records and manage donor communications.
• Cultivate donor relationships and retention strategies.
• Collaborate with marketing for fundraising collateral and messaging.
• Track progress and report to leadership on fundraising outcomes.
• Stay informed about fundraising trends and best practices.

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Donor relations

Grant writing

Campaign management

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration

Tools

Salesforce

Raiser's Edge

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic non-profit organization dedicated to supporting community development initiatives across South Africa, is actively seeking a skilled and motivated Fundraising Specialist to join their team in a fully remote capacity. This role is critical for securing the financial resources necessary to sustain and expand our client's vital programs. The Fundraising Specialist will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive fundraising strategies, cultivating donor relationships, managing grant applications, and organizing fundraising campaigns. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced fundraising professional who is self-driven, possesses excellent communication skills, and is passionate about contributing to meaningful social impact from the comfort of their home office. Your expertise will directly support initiatives impacting communities nationwide.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic fundraising plans to meet organizational financial goals.
• Identify, cultivate, and solicit donations from individuals, corporations, and foundations.
• Research, write, and submit compelling grant proposals.
• Organize and manage fundraising events and campaigns, both online and offline (as applicable).
• Maintain accurate donor records and manage donor communications.
• Cultivate strong relationships with existing donors and develop strategies for donor retention.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop fundraising collateral and messaging.
• Track fundraising progress and provide regular reports to leadership.
• Stay informed about fundraising trends and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 4-6 years of proven experience in non-profit fundraising, including grant writing and donor relations.
• Demonstrated success in achieving fundraising targets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft persuasive proposals and appeals.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Proficiency in donor management software (e.g., Salesforce, Raiser's Edge) and MS Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• A deep understanding of the South African non-profit landscape.
• Passion for the organization's mission and commitment to social impact.
• Experience in major gift solicitation and planned giving is a plus.

Benefits

This Remote position offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere within South Africa, with the base location noted as Mossel Bay, Western Cape. Our client provides a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and opportunities for professional development in fundraising and non-profit management. Be part of a mission-driven organization where your fundraising efforts directly contribute to positive community change. Enjoy the autonomy and work-life balance that comes with a fully remote role while making a significant impact.