Work for us – vacancies at Tafta

SENIOR MANAGER – IDPR

A vacancy has become available for the above position. Suitable candidates with the following qualifications and experience are invited to apply:

Minimum Qualifications

  • A Diploma or Degree in the relevant field and equivalent experience in Marketing, Fundraising and Public Relations.
  • 5 to 8 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
  • A minimum Code 08/10 (EB) Driver’s License.

Areas of Responsibility

  • Implement the Fundraising Strategy focusing on New Business, Corporates, Trusts and Foundations.
  • Fundraising programme meets short, medium and long term operational and strategic goals and objectives through a diverse income generation portfolio.
  • A comprehensive, impactful and agile Marketing and communications plan aligned to strategy and purpose.
  • Engaged team working together to the operational and strategic plans and objectives ensuring sound financial compliance and governance.

Demonstrable Behavioural and Technical Competencies

  • Leadership and Decision making skills; Strategic Thinker; Flexibility/Adaptability
  • Financial Management; A Visionary; Resilient; Ability to manage Conflict
  • An independent worker but be able to inspire and foster Team Work; Accountable and Partnership by building networks and collaborate with key stakeholders
  • Technical Credibility: Able to understand, apply and adapt technical skills and knowledge appropriately and effectively.
  • A strong network with knowledge of and the ability to access Corporate Social Investment partners, philanthropic institutions and funders in the non-profit sector; Be innovative and develop various types of income generation streams; Strong funder-focus and the ability to influence and negotiate with funders and key stakeholders; Ability to adapt communication and plan appropriately for different audiences to successfully communicate TAFTA’s purpose; Persistence and stamina as well as the ability to remain calm under pressure

A copy of the full job description is available on request.

Interested parties who meet the minimum criteria and qualifications and other criteria are invited to apply are invited to apply via email to hr@tafta.org.za.

Closing date for applications: 27 June 2025.

TAFTA reserves the right to not appoint an internal candidate and to advertise and fill the post externally.