Senior Fundraising and Partnership Manager

TravelPeople; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

An influential conservation organization in Randburg is seeking a strategic fundraiser to lead high-impact partnerships across Africa and globally. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in fundraising, with over 5 years of experience in proposal development and strong project management skills. This role requires excellent communication and a passion for conservation and social impact. Extensive travel may be involved, and the position is office-based in Sandton.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in proposal development and grant writing.
• Experience working with public, private, and corporate funders.
• Strong financial, reporting, and impact measurement skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-impact fundraising partnerships across Africa and globally.
• Drive long-term funding sustainability through collaborations.
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on fundraising impact.

Skills

Fundraising

Proposal development

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s / Honours degree in a relevant field

Job description

Are you a strategic fundraiser with a passion for conservation and community development? This is an exciting opportunity to lead high-impact fundraising partnerships across Africa and globally, driving long-term funding sustainability through values-based collaborations.

Key Focus Areas

• Strategic fundraising partnerships
• Grant prospecting & proposal development
• Corporate, donor & philanthropy engagement
• Budget alignment & financial oversight
• Monitoring, evaluation & impact reporting
• Knowledge management & donor analytics
• Compliance & governance.

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has a proven fundraising track record
• Has 5+ years’ experience in proposal development and grant writing
• Is highly organised, proactive, and adaptable
• Has strong financial, reporting, and impact measurement skills
• Is confident, professional, and an excellent communicator
• Is passionate about conservation and social impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s / Honours degree in a relevant field
• Experience working with public, private, and corporate funders
• Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Work Environment

• Office-based in Sandton
• Extended hours may be required
• Extensive local, regional, and international travel.

Apply now! Send your CV to: [e-mail]