Background:

ForAfrika is embarking on its 40th anniversary year, and we are looking to build up our team in Canada and the USA. Reporting into the Director of Development, North America, the Major Gift Officer will be part of a global team that will help empower 20 million Africans to sustainably provide for themselves by 2032.

Before its rebranding in 2022, ForAfrika was known as JAM International. When our founder, the late Peter Pretorius, was left stranded in Pambarra, Mozambique in 1984, he saw the horrific consequences of starvation — children were dying around him every day. The experience changed his life forever and he and his wife Ann committed themselves to fighting for a better future for Africa’s children.

From initially only providing lifesaving nutritional relief in one country, the organization has grown to deliver a variety of localized program interventions in another five African countries: Angola, Rwanda, South Africa, South Sudan, and Uganda. Programs include: Emergency Response; Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, Health & Nutrition, Food Security and Livelihoods, Education, and Economic Empowerment.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Major Gift Officer to join our fundraising team. The Major Gift Manager will be responsible for the identification, cultivation, and solicitation of major gift prospects and donors to support ForAfrika's mission. The successful candidate will work closely with the Development team to manage prospect research and manage a portfolio of major gift prospects.

Role Description:

• Prospect Research and Development:
• Conduct research on potential major gift prospects to identify individuals and corporations capable of making gifts of $10,000 or more.
• Manage and maintain a portfolio of major gift prospects.
• Solicit gifts from major gift prospects and donors through personal visits, phone calls, and written communications.
• Develop and implement strategies to engage and cultivate prospects and donors.
• Prepare and deliver persuasive fundraising proposals and presentations.
• Steward and cultivate relationships with major gift donors.
• Collaborate with other members of the Development team on fundraising campaigns, events, and initiatives.
• Work closely with the Communications team to develop and implement stewardship and recognition programs for major gift donors.
• Collaborate with program staff to ensure that major gift donors have a deep understanding of ForAfrika's mission and programs.
• Maintain accurate records of all major gift activities in Salesforce, including donor contact reports and fundraising plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or College Diploma in fundraising or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2-3 years of major gift fundraising or sales experience.
• Demonstrated ability to identify, cultivate, and solicit gifts from major gift prospects and donors.
• Highly organized and able to prioritize multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, with a positive and collaborative attitude.
• Knowledge of fundraising database systems (Salesforce or Raiser’s Edge an asset), with experience in managing donor data and reporting.
• French language an asset.

Location:

• This role is fully remote and can be located anywhere in the United States.

To Apply:

If you are passionate about unlocking Africa’s resources so every African has the opportunity to thrive, and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your cover letter and resume (consolidated into one document).

ForAfrika is committed to achieving diversity within its workforce and invite all backgrounds and identities to apply. All applications will be treated in strictest confidence.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you reside in the United States?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Fundraising: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: Remote

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