The Institute for Justice and Reconciliation (IJR) was founded in 2000 in the wake of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission and with the purpose of building of fair, democratic and inclusive societies in Africa. We are an independent organisation located at the interface between civil society and academia. We employ a diverse team of professionals based at our office in Cape Town. For more information on the IJR, please visit www.ijr.org.za
The IJR Fundraising and Business Development unit is rolling out a new fundraising strategy in 2018. It is aiming to innovate and consolidate its fundraising efforts. This is a wonderful opportunity for an individual who has some experience in the fundraising sector and would like to grow their knowledge and talent.
The assistant will be assigned the following responsibilities:
- Prospect Research concerning funding opportunities, such as (but not limited to): fundraising trends, online giving campaigns corporate social investment (CSI) and philanthropic individuals or organisations
- Assist in maintaining a database of fundraising opportunities
- Assist in writing concept notes, campaigns and project proposals
- Manage IJR’s Online Giving platform
- Regularly monitor donor websites and identify investor opportunities matching the work
- Undertake independent research in finding alternative resources for long-term sustainability
- Undertake online research and build contacts with potential individual investors/donors and raise funds for the activities of the IJR
- Suggest other innovative ideas for effective resource mobilization
- Contribute to IJR’s media profile through opinion pieces
- Administration of electronic databases, archive and knowledge management systems
Educational requirements/skills:
- A degree in business-related subjects, economics, or sales and marketing. A diploma from an accredited tertiary institution
- Experience in research and report writing
- Experience with online fundraising campaign design and management is an added advantage
- Experience in working with target and deadlines
- Project management skills
- Computer Literacy skills (MS Word, MS Excel, PowerPoint)
- Decision-making and problem-solving skills
- Previous experience working in an office environment and assisting with administrative work
- Previous experience with fundraising or fundraising events (added advantage, but not essential)
- A creative, pro-active and energetic attitude with the ability to identify and seize opportunities
Documents required for application:
Please submit your CV with a minimum of 2 references and a brief motivational letter.
Only applications with all the required documentations will be accepted.
Contact: Juzaida Swain
Phone: 0212024071
Email: [email protected]
Other Info:
Duration of the contract: 12 months contract
Working hours: Full time, based in Cape Town
More Information
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