Donor Relationship Manager
Listing reference: ukzn_000546
Listing status: Under Review
Apply by: 18 April 2025
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Fundraising
Location: Durban
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Peromnes Grade 7
EE position: Yes
Introduction
The key role of the Donor Relationship Manager will be to identify and nurture mutually beneficial partnerships for the University with corporates, foundations, trusts, alumni and/or individuals; in order to secure philanthropic and third-stream income generation for UKZN.
Job description
- Key Responsibility Areas of the job include proactive fundraising; stewarding donors and building a network among corporates, trusts, foundations, alumni and individuals; the coordination of special projects and the active promotion of Foundation campaigns and the Annual Giving Plan; administration including meetings with College personnel; and donor events management.
- The ideal candidate will possess excellent interpersonal skills, a proactive and empathetic approach to donor engagement, good project management skills, and a passion for advancing higher education through philanthropy.
Minimum requirements
- A relevant postgraduate degree
- A minimum of five years’ experience in Fundraising/Sales, preferably in the higher education or non-profit sector
- Traceable evidence of the ability to raise funds exceeding R3m per annum over a sustained period
- A valid driver’s licence
Knowledge of:
- Project management
- Events management
- The Higher Education Sector
The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is committed to meeting the objectives of Employment Equity to improve representivity within the Institution. Preference will be given to applicants from designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan.
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