Senior Fundraising Manager - Cape Town

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonuses

Generous annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 client in Cape Town seeks an experienced Senior Fundraising Manager to lead strategy and execution of fundraising initiatives for environmental conservation projects.

You will cultivate major donors, corporate partners, and foundations, manage grants, and guide a team to exceed revenue targets while reporting progress to the board and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of progressive fundraising experience with track record of significant gifts and grants.
• Strong ability to develop and implement fundraising strategies.
• Experience with major gift solicitation, corporate partnerships, foundations, and annual giving.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy to meet annual revenue targets across diverse income streams.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward major donors, corporate partners, and foundations.
• Oversee grant writing and applications to ensure timely, high-quality submissions.
• Organize fundraising events, campaigns, and donor appeals to engage existing and prospective donors.
• Manage the donor database and ensure accurate reporting of fundraising activities.
• Collaborate with communications to create compelling donor materials.
• Monitor performance against goals and adjust strategies based on data.
• Build relationships with stakeholders including board members, volunteers, and community leaders in Cape Town.

Skills

Fundraising strategy

Major gifts

Donor relations

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's in Philanthropy/Non-profit

Master's degree (advantage)

Tools

Raiser's Edge

CRM software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading charity organization committed to environmental conservation in the beautiful region of Cape Town, Western Cape , is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Fundraising Manager. This critical role will lead the development and execution of comprehensive fundraising strategies to secure financial resources for the organization's impactful projects. You will be responsible for cultivating relationships with major donors, corporate partners, foundations, and individual givers. The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record in fundraising, exceptional leadership skills, and a deep understanding of the non-profit sector. This is an on-site position based at our client's offices in Cape Town , requiring active engagement with stakeholders across the city and province. You will play a crucial part in driving the organization's sustainability and enabling it to expand its reach and impact. We are looking for a strategic thinker with a passion for conservation and a talent for inspiring philanthropic support.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy to meet annual revenue targets, focusing on diverse income streams.
• Identify, cultivate, solicit, and steward relationships with major donors, corporate partners, and foundations.
• Oversee the grant writing and application process, ensuring timely and high-quality submissions.
• Organize and execute fundraising events, campaigns, and appeals to engage existing and potential donors.
• Manage the donor database and ensure accurate record-keeping and reporting of fundraising activities.
• Collaborate with the communications team to develop compelling fundraising materials and donor communications.
• Monitor fundraising performance against goals, analyzing results and making data-driven adjustments to strategy.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including board members, volunteers, and community leaders in Cape Town .
• Stay abreast of fundraising best practices, sector trends, and philanthropic landscape developments.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to the fundraising team, fostering a culture of success and collaboration.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in fundraising and development, with a proven record of success in securing significant gifts and grants, preferably within the environmental or conservation sector in the Western Cape .
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective fundraising strategies.
• Strong understanding of major gift solicitation, corporate partnerships, foundation relations, and annual giving campaigns.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Experience in managing donor databases (e.g., Raiser's Edge) and CRM systems.
• Proven ability to cultivate and steward relationships with high-net-worth individuals and corporate entities.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Bachelor's degree in Philanthropy, Non-profit Management, Marketing, Business, or a related field.
• A Master's degree is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and independently.
• Passion for environmental conservation and a commitment to the organization's mission.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Opportunity to lead fundraising efforts for a respected environmental organization.
• Potential for performance-based bonuses and incentives.
• Generous annual leave and other employee benefits.
• Professional development opportunities, including conferences and training.
• Be part of a passionate team dedicated to making a positive environmental impact in Cape Town and beyond.
• Access to organizational networks and stakeholder engagement opportunities.