Vision AfriKa (VA), established in 2003 is an organisation that supports youth in their process of personal growth and development. As part of its expansion plans the organisation will be establishing an independent Primary School in Kayamandi, Stellenbosch.
Vision AfriKa seeks to appoint a part-time Assistant Fundraiser to be based in the Western Cape.
The position is for 10 hours per week initially with a strong possibility of increased scope over time.
The successful incumbent will not be required to work from or keep office hours but will have to be located within the greater Cape Town or Cape Winelands area for contact sessions with management.
Responsibilities:
- Actively fundraise and mobilise resources to support the activities of the organisation
- Compile persuasive concept notes, project ideas, project proposals, based on the priorities of the organisation and ensure their timely submission
- Regularly monitor donor websites and identify donor opportunities matching the work of the organisation
- Compile and maintain a database of international and local donor organisations
- Present reports to management
- Assist with identification of cause-related marketing opportunities
- Assist colleagues with securing sponsorship and contributions for special events and campaigns
- Undertake independent research in finding alternative resources for long-term organisational sustainability
Requirements:
- Marketing and or Communications qualifications
- Writing skills
- Applicants should have a minimum of three years’ fundraising experience in the NGO sector
- Strong technical management of philanthropic fundraising techniques: direct mail, face-to-face fundraising, major donor recruitment, legacy programmes and special events campaigns
- An understanding of the child and youth development sector
- Digital literacy and ability to work with MS packages; Word, Excel, PowerPoint
- Valid driver’s licence
To apply, submit a CV and motivation letter to [email protected]
If you are not invited for an interview, consider your application unsuccessful. Vision AfriKa reserves the right not to fill the position.
More Information
- Job City Western Cape
