Advert reference: uj_001737
Advert status: Online
Apply by: 1 November 2024
Position Summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Education and Training
Campus: Doornfontein Campus
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: EE
Level: Skilled
Introduction
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university, anchored in Africa and driven by a powerful strategy focused on attaining global excellence and stature (GES). With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development, and strategic partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice. The University is guided by the Vice-Chancellor's vision of "Positioning UJ in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) for societal impact in the context of the changing social, political, and economic fortunes of Africa".
Job description
Responsibilities:
Devise the annual Development and Fundraising strategy and operational plans in line with the UJ strategy and drive fundraising team to achieve the targets.
Manage staff and their Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in accordance with the Development and Fundraising strategies and operational plans.
Design, strategise and operationalise fundraising campaigns.
Manage and ensure that all annual targets relating to mobilising resources for the university are met.
Manage the collegiality and working relationships within the Development and Fundraising Office and other departments within the university.
Manage the staff in accordance with the UJ governance procedures and policies.
Ensure that staff is motivated and work optimally.
Manage the Development and Fundraising Office budget.
Ensure that communication, marketing and PR events and systems are fully operational and always functioning optimally in aid of fundraising.
Network and build relationships to open doors for the university with national and international donors and prospects and manage the stewardship process.
Manage all fundraising activities including events and grants.
Remain abreast of fundraising best practices and laws, ensuring compliance with UJ and other pertinent government standards (e.g., POPIA) to exhibit good governance to the donor community.
Minimum requirements
Qualifications:
Essential: Honours or NQF 8 equivalent Degree in Public Relations / Communications / Marketing / Sales / Business Management.
Desirable: Certificate in Fundraising.
Experience:
5 years' fundraising experience with a proven track record is essential (fundraising targets must be met).
5 years' working experience in a fundraising environment is essential.
5 years' working experience in a tertiary education/non-profit sector is desirable.
The successful candidate has to be deadline and target driven, with the will and persistence to succeed.
Experience in project management is essential.
Verbal and strong written communication skills are essential.
Persuading and influencing skills are essential.
The successful candidate should be highly organised and a team player.
Driver's licence and own car is essential as extensive national travel is required.
Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:
Analytical and problem-solving ability.
Project Management skills.
Networking and relationship building.
Persuading and influencing.
Attention to detail.
Logical reasoning.
Persuasiveness.
Sound judgment.
Excellent writing and communication skills (in English).
Ability to collaborate in a team.
Emotional intelligence.
Financial literacy.
Technological affinity (4IR).
Excellent time management skills.
Recommendations:
An individual with a strong will to succeed and the determination to achieve targets is essential. The individual must be professional and experienced with a proven, successful fundraising track record.
The successful candidate may be required to travel locally, nationally, and internationally, and work evenings and weekends as required.
Enquiries:
Enquiries regarding the job content: Ms Daphney Nemakhavhani on Tel: (011) 559 6355
Enquiries regarding remuneration & benefits: Mr Lithale Mnqandi (HCM Business Partner) on Tel: (011) 559 4014
Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/or a portfolio of your creative output.
Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.
For more information, please review the following link: Justice/Criminal/NRSO.
Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.
In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
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