About the Organisation
Columba Leadership, (Columba.org.za) is a world-class, purpose-driven non-profit organisation committed to the development of ethical leaders through values-based leadership development.
By helping South Africans transcend their personal circumstances through values-based leadership, Columba Leadership catalyses youth-led change in schools and communities – as well as activating youth enterprise and employment. The resulting impact is unique, meaningful and measurable.
About the Job
Columba Leadership is looking for a dedicated and experienced Funder Relationship Manager. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in building and maintaining relationships with funders as well as experience in ensuring compliance with Funding Agreements. Must have experience in the NGO Sector.
Key Responsibilities
Donor Management
Build and maintain strong, long-term relationship with donors
Manage Donor database
Adhere to marketing interest of Columba Leadership and Funders
Monitor donor retention
Donor Communication and Stewardship
Develop and implement strategies to deepen donor relationships
Oversee corporate participation
Oversee school visits, ensuring internal alignment and oversee logistics
Salesforce as Fund Dev CRM and SharePoint
Develop data monitoring and reporting on Salesforce as Fund Dev CRM and SharePoint for all donor connections
Grant Compliance
Ensure adherence to contractual agreements
Manage grant agreements and donor requirements, including social media and WhatsApp groups
Ensure timely, accurate and personalised donor communication
Ensure that Thank You letters are prepared and distributed timeously
Team Management
Lead and manage Fund Development Support Team Member providing support, training and performance feedback
Events Management
Ensure that invitations are distributed
Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field (e.g. business, marketing, communication)
Proven 5 years of experience in donor relationship building and management
Proven experience in CRM system and donor database
Experience in a development sector environment
Driver’s License is essential
Experience with Donor Stewardship
Proficient in MS Office Suite
Highly efficient with deliberate focus on attention to detail and holding of confidentiality
To apply
In order to apply, email your application by Monday 10th November 2025 to melissa@actionappointments.co.za - send your completed AA bio form, letter of motivation and updated CV (all in MS Word format).
