Job description<\/p>\n
Responsibilities:<\/p>\n
\tImplement an institutional fundraising strategy within the overall UJ strategic plan.
\n\tOversee the fundraising governance and fundraising readiness of priority projects for possible donor support and partnerships.
\n\tOversee the maintenance and accuracy of the donor database, ensuring that all records are up to date and compliant with data protection policies.
\n\tEnsure that all team members adhere to established stewardship protocol
\n\tContribute to the planning, design, and execution of strategic fundraising campaigns.
\n\tEstablish, build, maintain, and manage relationships with key SA and international funders.
\n\tSecure major donations through leveraging crucially important collaboration opportunities available.
\n\tEffect these duties accurately and efficiently to adhere to sound financial, administrative and policies.
\n\tDevelop and implement an overall fundraising plan to strengthen strategic partnerships.
\n\tInteract with businesses, government, and semi-government agencies.
\n\tDevelop creative ways of promoting the institution to all stakeholders locally and internationally.
\n\tIncrease year on year, the number of strategic partners and donations.
\n\tEnsure growth by attracting new donors, retaining current ones and renewal of lapsed donors.
\n\tImplement and oversee an effective stewardship programme.
\n\tWork 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.
\n\tManage the fundraising operational budget effectively and accurately.
\n\tAdhere to all ad hoc requests from the Senior Manager: Development and Fundraising and the Director: Development and Fundraising.<\/p>\n
Minimum requirements<\/p>\n
\tAt least a Bachelor\u2019s degree (NQF 7) in Public Relations, Marketing, Business Administration, or a related field
\n\tAt least 5 years’ experience in a fundraising environment.
\n\tAt least 3 years of management experience.
\n\tProven experience in fundraising and development initiatives.<\/p>\n
Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:<\/p>\n
\tKnowledge and understanding of project management principles.
\n\tKnowledge and understanding of managing campaigns.
\n\tAbility to operate at a senior level.
\n\tAbility to maintain effective relationships with a wide constituent group of stakeholders internally and external to the university.
\n\tCommunication and writing skills.
\n\tPlanning and organisational skills.
\n\tAnalytical skills and detail orientated.
\n\tStrong management reporting and presentation skills.
\n\tConflict resolution skills.
\n\tProject risk management capabilities.
\n\tAbility to work independently towards the accomplishment of agreed upon goals for the position.
\n\tGood computer skills.
\n\tUnderstanding of data privacy and compliance requirements (e.g., POPIA).<\/p>\n
Recommendations:<\/p>\n
\tRelevant qualification in Public Relations\/ Marketing.
\n\tExperience in fundraising and development projects is desirable.
\n\tExperience in staff management, and project management.
\n\tExperience in the Higher Education sector and\/or on profit sector is desirable.<\/p>\n
Apply by:\u00a022 August 2025<\/p>\n
go to method of application \u00bb<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( http:\/\/www.uj.ac.za ) or<\/p>\n
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