Fundraiser
Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa
Cape Town, Western Cape
Permanent
Posted 03 September 2025
- Closing Date 14 September 2025
Job Details
Job Description
Background
Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA) is a not-for-profit institution that exhibits, collects, preserves, and researches contemporary art from Africa and its diaspora; conceives and hosts international exhibitions; develops supporting educational, discursive and enriching programmes; encourages intercultural understanding; and strives for access for all. The museum’s galleries feature rotating, temporary exhibitions with a dedicated space for the permanent collection. The institution also includes the Centre for Art Education, the Centre for Moving Image, and a Project Space for emerging artists. It opened to the public in September 2017.
Job Summary
The main purpose of this position is to provide innovative leadership in developing and executing the museum’s fundraising strategy, with a focus on securing major donations from local and international organisations, foundations, and individuals. The role demands strategic planning, relationship management, and exceptional proposal-writing skills to ensure the long-term growth and sustainability of the organisation’s programmes.
- Develop and implement fundraising strategies to support the organisation's mission and goals
- Solicit donations from individuals, corporates, trusts, and foundations
- Build and maintain relationships with current donors to ensure ongoing support
- Plan and execute fundraising campaigns, including direct mail, online fundraising, special events, and donor cultivation activities
- Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective donors
- Work with Communications Team to create compelling donor materials (social media, newsletters, press releases
- Secure sponsorships/partnerships for events
- Monitor ROI of each campaign and document lessons learned for improvement
- Work with internal stakeholders to align funding proposals with programme needs and outcomes
- Collaborate with Communications for donor visibility and recognition campaign
- Provide fundraising training or briefing sessions for staff when needed
- Collaborate with the marketing and communications team to create fundraising materials and messaging
- Track and report on fundraising activities and results to senior management
- Represent the organisation at networking events, conferences, and other fundraising opportunities
- Stay current on fundraising trends and best practices
Qualifications and Experience:
- Minimum requirement of a Bachelor's degree in a related field (fundraising, development, communications, etc.)
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in fundraising or development role
- Proven track record of successful fundraising campaigns and donor cultivation
- A proven record of securing major donations
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, donor management software, and online fundraising platforms
- Knowledge of database management with exposure to any CRM application and proven ability to use these to develop and manage client relationships
- Results driven
- Strong interpersonal and persuasive skills
- Entrepreneurial thinking and innovative planning and execution in fundraising
- A seasoned individual with proven leadership skills and an ability to effectively lead a team
Person specification
This role will be key in cultivating and managing donor relationships, securing funding opportunities, and driving initiatives that ensure the long-term sustainability of our organisation. If you are motivated by purpose, skilled in building partnerships, and committed to making a measurable impact, we invite you to apply and contribute to our continued growth and success.
As a cutting-edge equal opportunity institution, Zeitz MOCAA celebrates diversity in all its forms including gender, race, creed, and orientation. Zeitz MOCAA is committed to Employment Equity and particularly welcomes applications from suitably qualified Historically Disadvantaged Individuals (HDIs) for this position.
As a cutting-edge equal opportunity institution, Zeitz MOCAA celebrates diversity in all its forms including gender, race, creed, and orientation. Zeitz MOCAA is committed to Employment Equity and particularly welcomes applications from suitably qualified Historically Disadvantaged Individuals (HDIs) for this position.
