Strategic Fundraising Professional

The Do More Foundation; Durban; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization based in Durban is seeking a Strategic Fundraising Professional to develop and implement fundraising initiatives. Responsibilities include building donor relationships, creating targeted campaigns, and managing sponsorships. The ideal candidate has experience in fundraising, excellent communication skills, and a bachelor's degree in a relevant field.

Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising, campaign development, and sponsorship procurement.
• Excellent research, organizational, and project management abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct donor outreach and build relationships.
• Create targeted fundraising campaigns.
• Prepare grant applications.
• Organize fundraising events.
• Analyze funding opportunities.

Skills

Fundraising experience

Project management

Donor communication skills

Networking skills

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, or related field

Job description

Company Description

The Do More Foundation is a South Africa-based organization dedicated to creating impactful change for young children by focusing on their needs within households and communities.

The Foundation emphasizes initiatives in food security, youth development, economic growth, and early childhood development to uplift children and their environments.

By fostering collaboration between public, private, and NGO sectors, the Foundation drives sustainable change through advocacy, awareness, and network-building.

Acting as a "backbone" organization, The Do More Foundation guides collective action to maximize the potential of its projects and community impact.

Learn more about us on social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube.

Role Overview

This is a full-time, on-site role located in Durban for a Strategic Fundraising Professional.

The individual will develop and implement fundraising initiatives, build donor relationships, and manage sponsorships to support the organization's mission.

Responsibilities

• Conduct donor outreach and build relationships.
• Create targeted fundraising campaigns.
• Prepare grant applications.
• Organize fundraising events.
• Analyze funding opportunities.
• Maintain donor databases.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience in fundraising, campaign development, and sponsorship procurement.
• Grant writing, proposal development, and donor communication skills.
• Excellent research, organizational, and project management abilities.
• Relationship building and networking skills in the non-profit and private sectors.
• Proficiency in financial planning, budgeting, and data analysis.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Communications, Non-Profit Management, or a related field.
• Prior experience in social impact or non-profit environments is an advantage.