Unpaid Volunteer – Fundraising Officer

Kwedu Initiatives Npc; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Part time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in South Africa is seeking a passionate volunteer Fundraising Officer to support the identification of funding opportunities and develop grant proposals. Ideal candidates possess strong writing skills and an interest in sustainability and youth empowerment. This role offers mentorship and valuable NGO experience.

Benefits

Mentorship and references from an established NGO

Networking opportunities with partners and funders

Experience in NGO fundraising and proposal writing

Qualifications

• Familiarity with NGO fundraising and grant proposal writing.
• Able to research and identify funding opportunities.
• Experience in donor engagement is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Research donor and partnership opportunities.
• Develop grant applications and concept notes.
• Support the team in proposal writing and fundraising strategy.
• Draft donor communication and impact reports.
• Participate in online donor engagement events and campaigns.

Skills

Strong writing and communication skills

Interest or experience in fundraising or development work

Passion for sustainability, youth empowerment, and innovation

Organized, proactive, and collaborative mindset

Job description

Remote / South Africa | Part-time, Volunteer Role | Applications Open

Kwedu Initiatives NPC is a sustainability-driven non‑profit empowering communities through green innovation, renewable energy, circular economy projects, and youth development. We're seeking passionate and motivated Fundraising Officers / Grant Writers to join our volunteer team.

Role Overview

As a volunteer Fundraising Officer, you'll support Kwedu in identifying funding opportunities, writing grant proposals, and building partnerships that sustain our climate and youth programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Research donor and partnership opportunities
• Develop grant applications and concept notes
• Support the team in proposal writing and fundraising strategy
• Draft donor communication and impact reports
• Participate in online donor engagement events and campaigns

We're Looking For

• Strong writing and communication skills
• Interest or experience in fundraising or development work
• Passion for sustainability, youth empowerment, and innovation
• Organized, proactive, and collaborative mindset

What You'll Gain

• Experience in NGO fundraising and proposal writing
• Mentorship and references from an established sustainability NGO
• Networking opportunities with partners and funders
• A platform to make real impact in communities and the environment

How to Apply

Send your CV and short motivation to faraiBePartOfTheChange.

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