About the Job

The Fundraising Manager role reports to the Head of Institutional Advancement. The main purpose of this position is by co developing and executing the museum’s fundraising strategy, with a focus on securing donations from local and international organizations, foundations, and individuals.

The Fundraising Manager will play a pivotal role in showcasing the museum’s excellence at key events, while building and managing strong donor relationships.

The role demands strategic planning, relationship building, management, and exceptional proposal-writing skills to ensure the long term growth and sustainability of the organization's programs.

Key Responsibilities
Fundraising Strategic Plan Development

Co create, manage and implement a strategic fundraising plan through engaging with relevant internal and external stakeholders.

Produce a written fundraising plan with clear targets across donor segments (corporate, trusts, foundations, individuals, international donors).

Solicit donations from individuals, corporates, trusts, and foundations.

Develop and maintain relationships with alumni and current donors, re-engage lapsed donors annually, and secure new donor commitments.

Review and update the strategic plan quarterly, adapting to donor trends and organisational needs.

Align fundraising activities with budgetary requirements and programme priorities.

Manage donor pipelines, ensuring consistent prospecting and cultivation of new donors.

Ensure all proposals align with donor guidelines and organisational priorities.

Set annual income targets by donor category and report progress monthly.

Monitor fundraising expenses to ensure ROI on campaigns and prepare quarterly financial reports to HOD.

Flag risks to income targets and recommend corrective action.

Fundraising Campaigns & Events

Work with Communications Team to create compelling donor materials (social media, newsletters, press releases).

Secure sponsorships/partnerships for events.

Monitor ROI of each campaign and document lessons learned for improvement.

Work with Team to align funding proposals with programme needs and outcomes.

Collaborate with Communications for donor visibility and recognition campaigns.

Provide fundraising training or briefing sessions for staff when needed.

Donor Identification, Cultivation & Stewardship

Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective donors.

Ensure timely acknowledgments, reporting, and impact updates to donors.

Maintain relationships with existing donors through regular engagement (calls, reports, updates, appreciation letters).

Develop tailored stewardship plans to ensure long-term donor retention.

Track donor engagement in CRM system and report on interactions monthly.

Compliance & Ethical Standards

Work with the Finance Manager to maintain compliance with local fundraising regulations and tax requirements.

Maintain accurate financial records of donations and pledges.

Ensure compliance with fundraising regulations, donor agreements, and ethical guidelines.

Conduct due diligence checks on all new donors and partners.

Requirements
Completion of Bachelor’s or Honours Degree (NQF Level 8) in Fundraising, Development Studies, Business, Marketing, Communications, or related field.

Minimum of 5 years’ proven experience in fundraising, donor relations, or resource mobilization within the NGO, arts, culture, education, or development sector.

Demonstrated success in meeting and exceeding fundraising targets.

Strong experience in grant writing, proposal development, and donor reporting.

Solid track record in managing corporate partnerships, individual giving programmes, and/or philanthropic foundations.

Evening and weekend hours at special events are required.

The ability to speak a European language(s)preferably, German and/or French.

A proven record of securing major donations in excess of ZAR 5 million.

Knowledge of database management with exposure to any CRM application and proven ability to use these to develop and manage client relationships.

Results driven.

Strong interpersonal and persuasive skills.

Entrepreneurial thinking and innovative planning and execution in European fundraising.

A seasoned individual with proven leadership skills and an ability to effectively work abroad.

Please send your resume/CV