Fundraiser based in Vrygrond

About New World Foundation

New World Foundation (NWF) is a values-driven organisation committed to creating sustainable impact through
Community Development, Youth Development, Gender-Based Violence & Femicide (GBVF) interventions, and Skills Training and Education
. We work in partnership with communities, donors, and stakeholders to drive meaningful change.

Main Purpose of the Role

The Fundraiser will be responsible for developing and strengthening
corporate, trust, foundation, and agency fundraising initiatives
to support NWF's strategic objectives. The role focuses on building strong partnerships, securing sponsorships, leading impactful fundraising campaigns and events, and ensuring effective donor engagement and stewardship.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Fund Development

• Develop and implement an
  18-month fund development and operational plan
  , approved by Q1.
• Identify and prioritise strategic funding opportunities aligned with NWF's focus areas and sustainable investment goals.
• Research fundraising trends and opportunities relevant to NWF's programmes.
• Support the Director with income forecasting and proposal budgeting.
• Collaborate with the Director and Programme Managers to identify funding gaps, new initiatives, and donor alignment.

2. Donor Relations & Partnerships

• Build, maintain, and manage a comprehensive donor and prospect database.
• Establish long-term relationships with corporates, trusts, foundations, agencies, and CSI departments.
• Conduct targeted donor outreach, including cold calling and networking.
• Act as the primary point of contact for donors.
• Coordinate donor recognition and acknowledgment processes.
• Ensure all donor engagement reflects NWF's values, professionalism, and brand integrity.

3. Proposal & Concept Note Development

• Collaborate with internal teams to develop high-quality fundraising proposals.
• Prepare donor-specific concept notes and tailored proposals.
• Adapt and refine proposal templates for consistency and efficiency.
• Ensure proposals are accurate, compelling, well-costed, and approved by the Director prior to submission.

4. Campaigns & Events

• Lead and strengthen fundraising campaigns linked to key national days, including:
• Youth Day
• Mandela Day
• National Women's Day
• 16 Days of Activism
• Conceptualise and secure corporate sponsorships for events.
• Coordinate event planning, logistics, and marketing with programme teams.
• Mobilise corporate partners for financial, in-kind, and volunteer support.
• Organise an annual stakeholder engagement event.
• Ensure all campaigns and events align with NWF's brand and strategy.

5. Record Keeping & Reporting

• Maintain accurate donor records, communications, and funding outcomes.
• Track fundraising performance against income targets.
• Monitor grant agreements, sponsorship deliverables, and reporting deadlines.
• Collect monitoring, evaluation, and impact data for donor reporting.
• Support preparation of donor and board reports demonstrating impact and accountability.

6. Marketing & Communications

• Contribute content ideas for newsletters, the website, and social media platforms.
• Showcase donor partnerships and campaign successes through storytelling.
• Ensure consistent and credible messaging across all donor communications.
• Strengthen NWF's profile as a trusted and impactful partner.

Other Duties

• Undertake any additional duties as reasonably requested by the Director.

Key Performance Areas (KPAs)

Fundraising Strategy & Income Generation

• Identify and qualify a minimum of
  150 to 200 new corporate/institutional prospects per quarter
  .
• Contribute accurately and timeously to annual income forecasting and budgeting.
• Demonstrate alignment between fundraising initiatives and programme priorities.

Donor Relationship Management

• Conduct a minimum of
  10 new and 2 current donor engagement meetings/calls per month
  .
• Achieve at least
  33% conversion rate
  of qualified prospects into active partnerships annually.
• Maintain a minimum
  75% partner retention rate
  year-on-year.
• Receive positive partner feedback on professionalism and responsiveness.

Proposal Development

• Submit a minimum of
  15 funding proposals per quarter
  .
• Achieve at least a
  30% proposal success rate
  .
• Ensure 100% compliance with NWF branding, messaging, and data accuracy.
• Produce proposal drafts within
  5 (five) working days
  of opportunity identification.

Campaigns & Events

• Deliver a minimum of
  2 major fundraising campaigns or events annually
  .
• Secure at least
  R100 000,00
  in sponsorships or donations annually through campaigns/events.
• Successfully host an annual stakeholder event with
  stakeholders
  and
  corporate sponsors
  .
• Achieve positive stakeholder feedback on events and campaigns.

Compliance, Reporting & Data Management

• Ensure 100% accurate donor data capture.
• Submit all donor and board reports on time with zero errors.
• Maintain full compliance with grant and sponsorship agreements.
• Update and share a fundraising dashboard monthly with the Director.

Brand Visibility & Communications

• Produce a minimum of
  4 targeted fundraising communications per quarter
  .
• Showcase
  successful corporate partnerships annually
  .
• Ensure all external communications align with NWF's mission and values.
• Participate in monthly planning and review sessions with the Director.

Requirements

• Relevant qualification in Fundraising, Marketing, Communications, Development Studies, or related field.
• Proven experience in
  NGO/NPO fundraising
  , particularly corporate and institutional funding.
• Strong proposal writing and donor relationship management skills.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and reporting abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a mission-driven environment.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a
CV and cover letter
outlining their fundraising experience and motivation for applying to New World Foundation.

Email:
Closing date : 22 January 2026

Subject Line:
Fundraiser Application