Fundraising Officer Job Vacancy at the Development Bank of South Africa in Midrand

Job Reference Number: AWHF18062012

Job Title: Fundraising Officer

Business Unit: African World Heritage Fund

Location: Midrand

Job Type: Fixed Term Contract- One Year Renewable based on Performance

Application Type: Internal & External Applicants

Number of Positions Available: 1

Application Closing Date: 1/7/2012


Key Responsibilities:

The African World Heritage Fund (AWHF) www.awhf.net, is a non-governmental organization established in 2006 with a mission to support the implementation of the UNESCO World Heritage Convention (1972) on the African Continent. The AWHF works for the effective conservation and protection of Africa's natural and cultural heritage, and for increasing the presence of African sites on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
African World Heritage Fund is looking for a well connected and highly motivated Fundraising Officer who will support the AWHF in executing the AWHF Fundraising Strategy by performing the following tasks:
• Provide vision and advise in the implementation of the resource mobilization strategies of the AWHF.
• Implement specifically targeted resource mobilization form African States Parties.
• Organize regular meetings and contacts with established and potential financial partners.
• Identify new financial partners for the AWHF activities.

Expertise & Technical Competencies:

A degree in business administration, finance, accounting or a related field.
Minimum of five years senior fundraising experience with a proven track record of success in fundraising and a strong knowledge of the sector;
Valid driver’s licence;
Strong technical management of philanthropic fundraising techniques: direct mail, face-to-face fundraising, major donor recruitment, legacy programmes and special events campaigns;
Strong relationship-building skills and the ability to inspire others;
Ability to negotiate with staff at all levels (from fundraising staff, to executive management and board members);
Strong analytical, decision-making and problem-solving skill, as well as financial literacy;
Strong computer skills and ability to work with Microsoft Word, Excel and Access.

Required Personal Attributes:

• Independent and logical thinker
• Communication, presentation and strong interpersonal skills. Able to build relationships behind the scenes to support the various initiatives internally and externally. Strong integrative skills
• Customer focus: Dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of clients. Obtains the necessary information from clients and utilises the information for the delivery of service to the client. Establishes and maintains effective relationships and gains the trust and respect of clients.
• Persistence and perseverance: Ability to work well under pressure without compromising work quality or standards. The ability to move past obstacles to achieve end results in an efficient and professional manner.
• Results driven: Demonstrates high levels of commitment and dedication to achieving goals and objectives in a pressured work environment.
• Action orientated and sense of urgency: Act without prompting, readiness to be energetic and inventive and contribute to innovative outcomes.
• Collaborative, and team player: Working effectively with team/work group or those outside formal line of authority to accomplish organisational goals’; taking actions that respect the needs and contributions of others; contributing to and accepting the consensus; subordinating own objectives to the objectives of the organisation or team.
• Emotional Maturity: Maintaining effectiveness in varying environments and with different tasks, responsibilities, and people.

Equity Statement:

The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) supports the appointment of previously disadvantaged individuals.

General:

The DBSA corporate culture fit requires clear, logical and analytical thinking grounded in good interpersonal skills, a sense of urgency and results orientated execution of duties. The ability to work collaboratively and finding practical yet innovative solutions is critical to success in a work environment that demands emotional resilience, accountability and responsible risk taking and management.

The DBSA reserves the right to amend or remove vacancies in line with organisational requirements.

Apply to:

http://www.dbsa.drm-za.com/