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Vibrant, multicultural and dynamic, the University of Johannesburg (UJ) shares the pace and energy of cosmopolitan Johannesburg, the city whose name it carries. Proudly South African, the university is alive down to its African roots, and well-prepared for its role in actualising the potential that … read morehigher education holds for the continent's development. UJ has transformed into a diverse, inclusive, transformational and collegial institution, with a student population of over 50 000, of which more than 3000 are international students from 80 countries. This makes UJ one of the largest contact universities in South Africa (SA) from the 26 public universities that make up the higher education system. The phenomenal success story of the University is one that has surprised critics and won over sceptics. Since its establishment in 2005, and under the bold and visionary leadership of its first Vice Chancellor and Principal, Professor Ihron Rensburg, the University has had a remarkable journey with major accomplishments in transformation, equity, access, and Pan African and global excellence. The vision of the UJ is to be "an international University of choice, anchored in Africa, dynamically shaping the future". The mission can be described as follows: "inspiring its community to transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collaborative pursuit of knowledge". These are underpinned by four values, namely: imagination, conversation, regeneration and ethical foundation. The six strategic objectives provide a focused means for realising the Vision, Mission and Values of the University as set out above. They further represent a re-working of the original UJ Strategic Thrusts 2020 in the context of a wider positioning of the University as "The Pan-African" Centre for Critical Intellectual Inquiry, with the primary goal of achieving global excellence and stature. The six strategic objectives are: Excellence in Research and Innovation. Excellence in Teaching and Learning. An International Profile for Global Excellence and Stature. Enriching Student-Friendly Learning and Living Experience. Active National and Global Reputation Management, and Fitness for Global Excellence and Stature (GES). Johannesburg, Gauteng
Job description
Responsibilities:
Implement an institutional fundraising strategy within the overall UJ strategic plan.
Oversee the fundraising governance and fundraising readiness of priority projects for possible donor support and partnerships.
Oversee the maintenance and accuracy of the donor database, ensuring that all records are up to date and compliant with data protection policies.
Ensure that all team members adhere to established stewardship protocol
Contribute to the planning, design, and execution of strategic fundraising campaigns.
Establish, build, maintain, and manage relationships with key SA and international funders.
Secure major donations through leveraging crucially important collaboration opportunities available.
Effect these duties accurately and efficiently to adhere to sound financial, administrative and policies.
Develop and implement an overall fundraising plan to strengthen strategic partnerships.
Interact with businesses, government, and semi-government agencies.
Develop creative ways of promoting the institution to all stakeholders locally and internationally.
Increase year on year, the number of strategic partners and donations.
Ensure growth by attracting new donors, retaining current ones and renewal of lapsed donors.
Implement and oversee an effective stewardship programme.
Work closely with the Alumni Relations, Global Engagement, University relations and Research teams, as well as the crucially important internal clients (faculties & project leaders) in order to strengthen strategic partnerships.
Manage the fundraising operational budget effectively and accurately.
Adhere to all ad hoc requests from the Senior Manager: Development and Fundraising and the Director: Development and Fundraising.
Minimum requirements
At least a Bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) in Public Relations, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field
At least 5 years’ experience in a fundraising environment.
At least 3 years of management experience.
Proven experience in fundraising and development initiatives.
Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:
Knowledge and understanding of project management principles.
Knowledge and understanding of managing campaigns.
Ability to operate at a senior level.
Ability to maintain effective relationships with a wide constituent group of stakeholders internally and external to the university.
Communication and writing skills.
Planning and organisational skills.
Analytical skills and detail orientated.
Strong management reporting and presentation skills.
Conflict resolution skills.
Project risk management capabilities.
Ability to work independently towards the accomplishment of agreed upon goals for the position.
Good computer skills.
Understanding of data privacy and compliance requirements (e.g., POPIA).
Recommendations:
Relevant qualification in Public Relations/ Marketing.
Experience in fundraising and development projects is desirable.
Experience in staff management, and project management.
Experience in the Higher Education sector and/or on profit sector is desirable.
Apply by: 22 August 2025
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