Fundraising and Donor Relations Officer

2 weeks ago

Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa Amy Foundation Full time

Fundraising and Donor Relations Officer


The Amy Foundation is a non-profit organisation (NGO) that offers various programmes to educate, develop and empower youth, aged 5-35 living in challenged and vulnerable communities within the Western Cape.

Our centres strive to have a very positive impact on the youth as well as the communities and society in which they live.

An exciting job opportunity has become available at our Head Office in
Sybrand Park, Cape Town.


We are recruiting for a full-time, experienced, well-organized, attention-to detail and adaptable individual to occupy the _
Fundraising and Donor Relations Officer_ position which will report directly to the
Communications and
Fundraising Manager.


The purpose of the _
Fundraising and Donor Relations Officer _is to support the Communications and Fundraising Management team in cultivating fundraising opportunities and maintaining a relationship with donors and funders.


Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to;

  • Maintaining Amy's donor database
  • Salesforce CRM specifically focusing on Corporate, business, government, Foundations and Trusts.
  • Research, write and submit written funding proposals of a high standard within agreed deadlines as well as final written reports after the funding period.
  • Maintain existing relationships and secure new donors to meet the income targets set.
  • Seek regular opportunities for self, executive, and Communications Management to engage with potential donors (corporates, businesses, benefactors, foundations, and individuals Oversee, maintain, monitor, and assist in securing individual donor income against a set target.
  • Grow monthly debit order database.
  • Track and measure the level of engagement through agreedupon timelines.
  • Regular communication including monthly newsletters as well as annual reports to funders & donors to cultivate and maintain relationships.
  • To achieve quarterly funding targets agreed to with the CFRM in the funding strategy.
  • Provide regular written and verbal communication with seniors as agreed.
  • If required, assist with the planning, running and effective organising of fundraising events such as gala dinners, receptions, parties, Golf Day etc. within agreed requirements and timelines, when needed.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 3 years + experience in a Fundraising role / Events / Marketing / PR or Communication Managers role.
  • Marketing and/or public relations and event management qualifications at a tertiary institution such as a college or technical institutions.
  • An appropriate bachelor's degree in marketing and public relations.
  • Experience in a fundraising, communications, marketing, or public relations role.
  • Experience in managing and executing across several communications media.
  • Strong communication skills (verbal and written) required.
  • Experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

COMPETENCIES SKILLS AND SOFT SKILLS

  • Proven track record of fundraising against set targets.
  • Confident communicator and presenter.
  • Strong writing, editing, proofreading, layout and design, and professional printing/publishing skills are essential, including the ability to present concepts verbally.
  • Must possess excellent organisational and planning skills.
  • Project management and time management skills.
  • A wide degree of creativity and latitude.
  • Strong knowledge and understanding of current trends in digital media/social media.
  • Selfmotivated and a selfstarter with a positive and professional approach.
  • Driver's license.

SALARY

To be discussed

WORKING HOURS

To be discussed

COMMENCEMENT OF POSITION
As soon as possible

Amy Foundation is committed to transforming and meeting the objectives of the Employment Equity Act. The Company's Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment decision process.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Applications which do not comply with the above minimum requirements shall not be considered.

  • Letter of Motivation (Essential)
  • Updated and detailed CV with all previous employers, achievements, and qualifications (Full details of contactable references) (Essential)

Salary:
From R15,000.00 per month

COVID-19 considerations:
Yes. Reduced staff in office.

License/Certification:

  • Drivers license (required)
Application Deadline: 2023/02/10

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