Background
U-turn is a thriving non-profit that exists to give homeless people the skills to overcome homelessness. Founded in 1997, we believe in life after homelessness. We believe that every homeless individual should have access to an effective pathway that addresses their physical, spiritual and emotional needs so they can leave the streets and become a long-term productive member of society.
To help homeless people overcome homelessness we operate a phased approach that includes rehabilitation from substance abuse, counseling, life-skills training, and work placement in one of our social enterprises. This allows candidates to test and apply the training they’ve received. In the process, the programme inculcates a healthy work ethic, furnishes modern job skills and gives 18-24 months of real work experience so that individuals can graduate and be gainfully employed in the modern South African economy.
The programme is yielding wonderful results. Our candidates typically graduate into open market employment and show an 80% long-term success rate! We are actively working to expand the programme to more locations in Cape Town and across South Africa.
Position
U-turn is seeking a seasoned marketing and fundraiser to join its team. In this role, the incumbent will use expert communication skills and a keen sense of initiative to spot opportunities, develop relationships with potential donors, and manage marketing campaigns under the management of the Chief Communications Officer.
By coordinating events, creating content, and recruiting donors and supporters, the marketing and fundraising officer will hone speaking, writing, and leadership abilities while moving U-turn closer to its financial goals.
The ideal candidate will be motivated, professional, and organized and have a knack for networking. We’re looking for someone who believes in the mission of U-turn and has exceptional drive for furthering our fundraising efforts as well as strategizing and delivering on new ones.
Objectives of this role

• Promote awareness of the organization’s mission and work
• Cultivate a network of dedicated donors and volunteers
• Spot new fundraising opportunities
• Plan fundraising initiatives to help the organization meet financial goals
• Form strong relationships with external stakeholders
• Ensure major donors are satisfied and kept in the loop

Responsibilities

• Research individuals, corporations, and foundations that are aligned to U-turn’s mission and vision
• Effectively convey the organization’s mission, vision, and programmes to potential partners
• Write applications and proposals
• Update social media channels and create content where necessary
• Strategize and successfully execute fundraising and marketing campaigns
• Report progress weekly to Chief Communications Officer

Required skills and qualifications

• Certification, diploma, or similar qualification in fundraising/ marketing
• At least three years of experience in fundraising, sales, or marketing
• Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Digital Content Creation and graphic design
• Experience in event planning and related marketing
• Competence with donor management systems
• Experience in writing grant proposals, press releases, and fundraising letters
• Confidence in public speaking
• Legal, accounting or Salesforce experience a plus

Next steps
Candidates interested in this position must submit a letter of motivation and CV to recruitment@homeless.org.za. The letter of motivation should be approximately 1 page in length and include information on why you would like to work at U-turn and how you fulfil the required knowledge skills set outlined above. Please note that applications without a letter of motivation will not be considered. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks, consider your application unsuccessful.
Experience:

• Fundraising: 3 years (Required)

Job Type: Full-time
Application Question(s):

• Do you have the relevant qualification for this role?
• What is your salary expectation?
• Have you worked in and / or have experience in Marketing & Fundraising?
• Have you uploaded your motivational letter?

Experience:

• Marketing & Fundraising: 3 years (Required)

Location:

• JHB, Gauteng (Required)