Senior Fundraising Strategist - Humanitarian Impact

Placements24; Benoni; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development opportunities

On-site role in Benoni

Job summary

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, is seeking an experienced Fundraising Specialist to secure vital funding for humanitarian relief. You will identify, cultivate, and solicit donors across individuals, corporates, and foundations while managing campaigns and donor relationships.

The role is strictly on-site in Benoni, requiring 5+ years in professional fundraising and strong networking skills to support critical relief efforts on a global scale.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of professional fundraising experience with a proven track record.
• Strong knowledge of fundraising methods including major gifts, corporate giving, and grants.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Proven ability to build and maintain diverse stakeholder relationships.
• Experience with donor management software and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement fundraising strategies to meet financial goals.
• Identify and solicit prospective donors across individuals, corporates, and foundations.
• Manage relationships with existing donors and ensure retention and stewardship.
• Plan and execute fundraising events, campaigns, and appeals.
• Prepare compelling proposals, presentations and donor reports.
• Collaborate with marketing to create fundraising materials.
• Track progress and analyze data to inform future strategies.
• Stay informed on fundraising best practices and trends.
• Manage donor database and ensure accurate record-keeping.
• Represent the organization at fundraising events and networking opportunities.

Skills

Fundraising

Donor relations

Strategic planning

Communication

Negotiation

Data analysis

Event planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Marketing/Non-Profit or related

Tools

Raiser's Edge

Salesforce

Microsoft Office

Job description

Placements24 in Benoni, Gauteng, is seeking an experienced Fundraising Specialist to secure vital funding for humanitarian relief. You will identify, cultivate, and solicit donors across individuals, corporates, and foundations while managing campaigns and donor relationships.

The role is strictly on-site in Benoni, requiring 5+ years in professional fundraising and strong networking skills to support critical relief efforts on a global scale.