Fundraising and Donor Relations Associate

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in South Africa.

📋 Description

• Conduct research and create profiles for major donors, foundations, and conference participants prior to engagements with the CEO.

• Compose outreach emails, thank-you messages, and donor cultivation communications in the voice of the CEO.

• Guide donors through the cultivation process from initial contact to secured funding commitment.

• Identify and monitor grant opportunities that align with Parity’s mission.

• Oversee grant submission schedules from start to finish.

• Craft grant proposals, letters of inquiry, donor reports, and case statements for major gifts.

• Prepare briefing materials for the CEO for speaking engagements and conferences.

• Maintain and regularly update the donor CRM system.

• Actively identify and propose new funding strategies and potential prospects.

⛳️ Requirements

• Background in business development, nonprofit development, major gifts, or a fundraising role focused on donor engagement.

• Proven track record of successfully writing grant proposals or major donor communications that led to funding.

• Understanding of donor cultivation strategies and the major gifts cycle.

• Ability to operate as an extension of a CEO or senior leader, including drafting in their voice, representing their brand, and ensuring follow-through.

• Experience in a startup, early-stage organization, or resource-limited environment is a distinct advantage.

• Familiarity with CRM systems (any platform) is beneficial but not mandatory.

• A resourceful and proactive attitude.

• Strong relationship-building skills with the capacity to cultivate donor trust over time.

• Strategic mindset with the ability to identify impactful opportunities.

• Exceptional and engaging writing skills tailored to various audiences.

• Results-oriented approach.

• Commitment to equitable development, community ownership, and alignment with Parity’s mission.

• Comfortable working independently in a remote, startup setting with minimal supervision and high expectations.

• Passionate about developing systems and infrastructure.

• Interest in hands-on, mission-driven work.

🏝️ Benefits

• Fully remote, global work environment.

• Compensation ranging from $1,500 to $1,800 monthly, based on experience.

• Generous paid time off.