Sandton: Digital Fundraiser posted by Kendrick Recruitment

Kendrick Recruitment is seeking an experienced and results-driven Digital Fundraiser for a luxury property group based in Sandton. This is an office-based role with extensive travel opportunities, suited to a creative professional with strong digital marketing and fundraising expertise.

Key Outputs & Responsibilities

Strategic Planning

• Develop and implement a comprehensive digital fundraising strategy

• Analyse trends, opportunities, and challenges in the digital fundraising landscape

• Set clear objectives and KPIs for digital campaigns, aligned with organisational goals

Campaign Management

• Lead planning, execution, and optimisation of multi-channel digital fundraising campaigns (email, social media, online events)

• Oversee content creation to ensure messaging is compelling and relevant

• Monitor and analyse campaign performance, providing insights for future strategies

Donor Engagement

• Ensure professional engagement with key donors online

• Use data-driven insights to segment and target donors effectively, enhancing personalisation and retention

Partnership Development

• Identify and establish partnerships with digital platforms, influencers, and organisations

• Collaborate with communications and partnerships teams to integrate fundraising efforts with wider campaigns

Budget Management

• Manage the digital fundraising budget efficiently to maximise ROI

• Explore innovative and cost-effective digital tools and platforms to enhance campaigns

Compliance

• Ensure compliance with organisational policies regarding funding sources, confidentiality, and data handling

Competencies & Skills

• Strong digital communication, presentation, and influencing skills

• High proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Teams

• Strategic thinker with a results- and impact-driven approach

• Experienced in project management and cross-functional collaboration

• Creative storyteller with excellent attention to detail

• Data-informed and comfortable using analytics to drive decisions

Personal Attributes

• Donor-focused and results-driven

• Digitally savvy and confident across online platforms

• Proactive, adaptable, and deadline-driven

• Collaborative and comfortable working across teams

• Passionate about social and environmental impact

Previous Work Experience Required

• Relevant qualifications in digital marketing, communications, or fundraising

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in digital fundraising, preferably in the non-profit sector

• Knowledge of Google and Meta advertising policies and optimisation strategies

• Experience designing and implementing campaigns that engage and retain donors

• Familiarity with fundraising software and CRM systems is an advantage

• Budgeting experience, strong attention to detail, and proven teamwork skills

Work Environment

• Sandton-based office role with extended hours

• Extensive travel within South Africa, regionally, and internationally, including remote and challenging locations

This is an exciting opportunity for a digitally savvy and strategic professional to drive impactful fundraising initiatives within a respected luxury property group.