Corporate Institutional Fundraiser

3 days ago

Cape Town, South Africa Islamic Relief Full time

Position Title: Corporate and Institutional Fundraiser
Location: Cape Town, South Africa
Reports To: Head of Fund Development
Purpose of Position
The Corporate and Institutional Fundraiser is responsible for developing and implementing strategies to secure funding from corporate partners and institutional donors. This role focuses on building and managing relationships with key stakeholders, writing grant proposals, and ensuring the successful acquisition and stewardship of funds to support Islamic Relief South Africa's programmes and initiatives.
Key Accountabilities
1. Fundraising Strategy and Planning:
o Develop and execute a strategic plan for corporate and institutional fundraising in alignment with the organisation's goals.
o Identify potential corporate and institutional partners, researching their funding priorities and giving patterns.
2. Relationship Management:
o Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with corporate partners, foundations, and institutional donors.
o Organise and attend meetings, presentations, and events to engage with potential and existing donors.
o Act as the primary point of contact for corporate and institutional donors, ensuring effective communication and relationship management.
3. Proposal Development and Grant Writing:
o Prepare compelling grant proposals, funding applications, and sponsorship packages tailored to the interests of corporate and institutional donors.
o Collaborate with programme staff to gather relevant information and develop proposals that align with donor requirements.
o Ensure timely submission of grant proposals and funding applications.
4. Donor Stewardship and Reporting:
o Develop and implement donor stewardship plans to acknowledge and recognise contributions from corporate and institutional partners.
o Prepare and deliver reports to donors on the impact of their contributions, ensuring transparency and accountability.
o Maintain accurate records of donor interactions, funding agreements, and reporting requirements.
5. Event Coordination and Sponsorship:
o Plan and coordinate fundraising events, including corporate sponsorship opportunities, to enhance donor engagement and support.
o Develop marketing and promotional materials for fundraising events and sponsorship initiatives.
6. Collaboration and Teamwork:
o Work closely with the Head of Fund Development and other team members to align fundraising efforts with organisational priorities.
o Participate in team meetings, strategic planning sessions, and professional development opportunities.
o Share insights and best practices with colleagues to enhance the overall effectiveness of the fundraising team.
7. Market Research and Analysis:
o Stay informed about trends, developments, and best practices in corporate and institutional fundraising.
o Conduct market research to identify new opportunities and innovative approaches to fundraising.
o Analyse fundraising performance and provide recommendations for improvement.
Educational Qualification & Experience:
· Bachelor’s degree in Nonprofit Management, Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
· Minimum of 5 years of experience in fundraising, with a focus on corporate and institutional partnerships.
· Proven track record of securing significant funding from corporate and institutional donors.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to create persuasive proposals and presentations.
· Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
· Proficiency in using fundraising software and donor management systems.
· Knowledge of the non-profit sector, preferably within the context of international humanitarian aid and development.
Personal Attributes Required
· Highly organised and detail-oriented.
· Self-motivated and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
· Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
· Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
· Commitment to the values and mission of Islamic Relief South Africa.
Key Islamic Relief Qualities Required
It is essential that the post holder shows a good understanding and sympathy with Islamic values and principles as well as commitment to IR’s vision and mission as per below:
¨ Excellence (Ihsan):Our actions in tackling poverty are marked by excellence in our operations and conduct which are deserving of the people we serve.
¨ Sincerity (Ikhlas):In responding to poverty and suffering our efforts are driven by sincerity to God and the need to fulfil our obligations to humanity
¨ Social Justice (Adl):Our work is founded on enabling people and institutions to fulfil the rights of the poor and vulnerable. We work to empower the dispossessed towards realising their God-given human potential and developing their capabilities and resources.
¨ Compassion (Rahmah):We believe the protection and well-being of every life is of paramount importance and we shall join with other humanitarian actors to act as one in responding to suffering brought on by disasters, poverty and injustice.
¨ Custodianship (Amana): We uphold our duty of custodianship over the earth, its resources and the trust people place in us as humanitarian and development practitioners to be transparent and accountable.
Closing date: COB 26 November 2024
Please forward a copy of the completed application form (available on the website), 1 page motivational letter and your CV along with a certified copy of your ID to recruitment@islamic-relief.org.za before 26 November 2024.
Dearest applicant, kindly consider the following:
If the requirements of the application as above, is not met, we will consider the application as incomplete and this will therefore not be accepted.
Please consider your application as unsuccessful if you are not contacted within a month after the closing date.
Over and above operational requirements Islamic Relief South Africa will take into account the country’s and organizational employment equity imperatives.
Job Type: Full-time
Application Deadline: 2024/11/26

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