Donation Manager

The Donation Manager plays a pivotal role in securing financial support for IOU’s 1MAS scholarship program and other projects. They are responsible for developing and implementing fundraising strategies, engaging with donors, and maintaining the donation platform. This position requires a blend of interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, and technical proficiency.

Responsibilities:

1. Fundraising Strategy and Execution:
2. • Develop and execute a comprehensive fundraising strategy aligned with IOU’s mission and goals.
   • Identify potential funding sources, including crowdfunding platforms (e.g., LaunchGood, Muslimgiving), high net-worth individuals (HNWI), corporate/institutional donors and external partners.
   • Work closely with the bursary department to gain insights into their requirements, collect impactful data and testimonials, and then develop strategic fundraising campaigns based on this information.

• Develop and execute targeted donation-driven advertising campaigns across digital channels (social media, email, etc.).
• Monitor campaign performance metrics (click-through rates, conversion rates, cost per acquisition) to achieve industry-standard return on investment (ROI).
• Collaborate with the marketing and content team to create compelling fundraising campaigns that fall within the organizational brand guidelines.

1. Donor Engagement:
2. • Cultivate relationships with existing donors and prospective supporters.
   • Communicate IOU’s impact and scholarship program effectively to inspire donations.
   • Personalize donor interactions, acknowledge their contributions, and express gratitude.
   • Collaborate with on-ground reps and SCs to raise funds from local donors.
3. Crowdfunding Campaigns:
4. • Plan and manage crowdfunding campaigns on platforms like LaunchGood or similar platforms.
   • Create engaging content (videos, stories, updates) to attract donors.
   • Monitor campaign progress, respond to donor inquiries, and adjust strategies as needed.
5. High Net Worth Individuals (HNWI) Outreach:
6. • Research and identify potential HNWI donors who align with IOU’s mission.
   • Develop tailored approaches to engage HNWI, whether through personal meetings, events, or networking opportunities.
   • Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in all interactions.
7. Engage Institutional Donors:

• Develop a list of charitable organizations, institutions, and businesses that could be solicited for donations
• Manage and oversee the fund raising proposal with such institutions
• Engage with stakeholders
• External Partnerships:

1. • Collaborate with external organizations, businesses, and foundations to secure funding.
   • Negotiate commission-based partnerships for fundraising efforts.
   • Ensure alignment with IOU’s values and ethical standards.
2. Donation Platform Management:
3. • Oversee the website for donations (built on WordPress or other platforms).
   • Regularly update donation pages, optimize user experience, and troubleshoot technical issues.
   • Ensure compliance with data privacy regulations (GDPR, CCPA, etc.).
4. Financial Reporting and Accountability:
5. • Track donations, prepare financial reports, and analyze fundraising performance.
   • Maintain accurate records of donor contributions.
   • Collaborate with the finance team to reconcile donations.
6. Stewardship and Recognition:
7. • Implement donor recognition programs (e.g., acknowledgment letters, certificates, events).
   • Show appreciation to donors through personalized gestures.
   • Foster long-term relationships to encourage repeat donations.

Required Skills:

• Communication Skills:
• • Excellent written and verbal communication to engage donors effectively.
  • Ability to craft compelling fundraising appeals and stories.
• Relationship Building:
• • Strong interpersonal skills to connect with donors, partners, and HNWI.
  • Empathy and active listening to understand donor motivations.
• Fundraising Expertise:
• • Knowledge of fundraising techniques, including social media advertising, crowdfunding, major gifts, and grant writing.
  • Experience in donor prospecting and cultivation.
  • Fundraising landscapes evolve; the Donation Manager should stay informed about industry trends and adapt strategies accordingly.
• Technical Proficiency:
• • Familiarity with WordPress or similar content management systems.
  • Basic understanding of web analytics and donation tracking tools.
• Ethical Conduct:
• • Maintain Islamic ethics, integrity, transparency, and confidentiality in all fundraising activities.

Desired traits:

• Cultural Sensitivity:
• • Awareness of cultural nuances when engaging with donors from diverse backgrounds.
  • Respect for different giving traditions and practices.
• Passion for Education:
• • A genuine belief in the transformative power of education and a commitment to IOU’s mission.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, nonprofit management, business, or a related field.
• Experience: At least 3-5 years of experience in fundraising, donor management, or nonprofit development roles.

What will you do? Design digital visuals for social media, the website, posters, and flyers. Create visually appealing promotional materials for various marketing campaigns.

What are we looking for?

• Expertise in design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign (more than just Canva).
• Experience with branding and creating marketing materials. Knowledge of both print and digital layout formats.
• Creative, adaptable, and able to follow a brand style. Proficiency in the Dutch language is a plus.
• Affinity with our target audience: Muslims in the Netherlands and Belgium, and the Moroccan community are also plusses.
• Good communication skills for collaborating with the copywriter, marketing coordinator, and management.

Are you or do you know someone who meets these requirements?

RESEARCHER IN HUMANITARIAN WORK

WHO WE ARE...

The Bookmaker Group is a construction and services company that is mainly active in African countries. Our focus is on the mining of raw materials, precious metals and gemstones. Our companies also work in real estate, transport, logistics and bitcoin mining. As a private investment company, we unite more than 100,000 bookmakers who represent the company as shareholders. In 2025, we will launch a new platform called "Alpha". Our goal is to ensure the financing of global Islamic projects with the help of our strong investors.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR...

We are looking for someone who shares our vision of making the world a better place. Someone who wants to use his efforts in this world to benefit from them in the hereafter and strives for more than just doing his daily routine work in this world.

REQUIRED SKILLS...

Requirements:

• Good with computer/laptop and Internet.
• Excellent written and spoken English skills.
• Optional: knowledge of Arabic Language and other foreign languages.
• Good at organising himself.
• Mobile phone and Whatsapp are needed.

Responsibilities:

• You are actively looking for non-profit Organisations.
• You are actively looking for Islamic projects.
• You establish contact with the targeted partners.
• You write reports to your supervisor.

APPLICATION...

Send us your application on Whatsapp under: +44 794 795 8723

Please include the following informations in your cover letter:

• Your current place of Residence.
• Your possible start date.
• Your possible monthly working hours.
• Your salary expectations.

Thank you.

START DATE...

Tomorrow possible.

SALARY...

The salary depends on the current location of the applicant.

This job can be done part-time.

This is an exciting time to join a brand new team in a newly created fundraising and events manager role focusing on appeals, campaigns, and events during a significant period of growth for the Zamzami Foundation charity.

This varied, highly collaborative, and strategically focused role will require you to work independently and confidently, developing important relationships with key, and senior, stakeholders externally and across the charity.

We look forward to having a confident, self-starter join our small yet supportive and growing team, working primarily in the United Kingdom with some travel expected internationally in relation to our humanitarian work in Uganda and Pakistan.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work flexibly across departments to project manage inspiring and impactful
• fundraising initiatives and engagement targets as agreed.
• To be creative and innovative, looking across the sector and region for new activities to maximise fundraising opportunities.
• Work with the Zamzami Foundation community coordinator and volunteers to support
• individuals, community groups and local companies organising their own fundraising events and activities, providing excellent donor care and support, whilst sharing fundraising knowledge and best practise.
• Create comprehensive project plans and budgets for each activity to include detailed project delivery schedules, risk assessments, promotional plans and post activity analysis.
• Develop corporate partnerships to secure sponsorship for events where appropriate and possible.
• To build strong local networks with the local community and external stakeholders and work with fundraising colleagues to share learnings and promote other fundraising products and activities.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge on fundraising and event news, trends, techniques and best practice.
• Ensure all activities comply with the Fundraising Code of Practice and relevant law and regulations.

This job description is not exhaustive and is subject to review in conjunction with the post holder and according to future changes/developments in the service.

General Responsibilities:

• To undertake all mandatory training as required and participate in appropriate in-service training as and when required, and adhere to latest GDPR legislation.
• To undertake an appraisal and personal development review annually and through self development, continuously update and improve knowledge and competencies.
• To co-manage all volunteers used in your area and to develop effective working relationships providing regular feedback on their performance.
• To take responsibility for being up to date with current policies and procedures and to adhere to these.
• Cooperate fully in the introduction of any new technology and new methods as appropriate.

Measures of Performance:

• Contribution to department’s finance targets
• Demonstration of creativity, particularly in the development of new ideas
• Understanding and interpretation of results, performance and sector trends
• Strong working relationships with colleagues and volunteers across the organisation
• Success of the probationary period depends on achieving KPI (Key Performance Indicators) targets.

Special Conditions

• Full driving license with full time access to your own car and appropriate business insurance preferable.
• Occasional national and international travel will be required.
• Able to work some evenings and weekends.

Other responsibilities:

You will be critical to the successful delivery of the appeals, campaigns, and events element of the fundraising strategy and to the charity’s wider and exciting growth ambitions to embed fundraising and create a step change in the role of charity across the Trust.

You will shape and lead on a portfolio of events for the charity to ensure that income is maximised from this important income stream. You will also lead the creation, planning and successful implementation of the charity’s appeals and campaigns programme, forging strong relationships with corporate and sponsorship partners, and raising awareness of the charity within the wider West Midlands area.

Working for our organisation:

Zamzami Foundation donors and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of “excellent health care, improved health for all”.  We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Zamzami an effective and practical vehicle for change through an Islamic ethos and outlook; and have a good understanding of Islamic charitable principles.

We are committed to becoming a diverse and inclusive employer, where people feel a sense of belonging. Seeking to expand diversity within our teams, we positively encourage applications from under-represented groups.

We are committed to home life balance through flexible working and making reasonable adjustments where possible.

Join Us:

If you are a compassionate and results-driven leader looking to lead our efforts in building a better, more resilient future, we invite you to apply. Help us make a lasting impact on the lives of those affected by crises. Together, we can create positive change and inspire hope.

Application Process:

To apply, please submit your CV along with a cover letter of no more than 750 words outlining:

• Your passion for humanitarian aid and commitment to making a positive impact
• Your relevant leadership experience and achievements in the non-profit sector
• Your approach to fundraising and building meaningful partnerships
• Your vision for driving our charity's growth and impact.