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Position: Fundraising Sales Representative (South Africa) Working Hours: 9 am - 5 pm Central Standard Time or Pacific Standard Time Salary Range: up to 2,500 USD / monthly (depending on experience and assessment of the client) Contract Type: Independent Contract About the Role: A dedicated film producer is working on an inspiring non-profit film project about a young girl with special needs who dreams of becoming a basketball star.
The project, aiming for a budget of $2.5 million, has already secured $500,000 - $600,000 in funding and is seeking additional support through donations and private equity investments.
The team is looking for a passionate Fundraising Sales Representative to lead outreach efforts and boost funding.
??????Duties and Responsibilities: Employ a flexible approach to pitching, adapting to each conversation rather than relying on a strict script.
Handle both donation requests and schedule investment meetings with the client.
Work with provided donor lists while exploring and developing new strategies to expand outreach.
Utilize a CRM system (once set up) to track all communications and manage relationships effectively.
???????Qualifications: Passionate about the special needs community and dedicated to the project mission.
Strong sales skills with resilience in handling rejections and adapting approaches as needed.
Excellent verbal communication skills, with clarity and professionalism, particularly for international interactions.
Confident yet genuine demeanor, building trust and rapport with potential donors and partners.
Self-motivated, capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
Experience with organizations such as the Special Olympics or similar is a plus.
????Please note before applying: as part of the process, you will be asked to create a 1-2 minute video introduction.
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