Proposal Developer
Proposal Developer
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Job Description
Department Description/Departement Beskrywing
Development and Alumni Relations Division
Proposal Developer (Post Level 8)
(Twelve-month fixed-term contract)
(Stellenbosch Campus)
Ref. DAR/137/0625
Reporting to the Rector and Vice-Chancellor of Stellenbosch University (SU) the Development and Alumni Relations Division is responsible for strategic fundraising on behalf of the University and is actively engaged in increasing philanthropic and external support to achieve the vision and goals of the University. Further responsibilities of the Division include stewardship of all donors to the Stellenbosch University Trust building and managing the alumni relations and events as well as providing professional support services to the University for fundraising and alumni relations.
This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and motivated strategic writer to join Stellenbosch Universitys Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) Division. Reporting to the Manager of Strategic Fundraising Initiatives the Proposal Developer will help shape the Universitys philanthropic success by crafting compelling proposals concept notes and donor communications that support major and principal gifts fundraising. Specific responsibilities include conceptualising researching writing and editing gift proposals for individual donors case statements concept papers templates and boilerplate text for key fundraising priorities donor presentation materials and stewardship communications. Working within a small collaborative team the ideal candidate will be a creative and strategic communicator with the ability to transform ideas into persuasive donor-focused narratives. This role is ideal for someone who thrives under deadlines values innovation and integrity and is passionate about advancing higher education through philanthropic support.
Duties/Pligte
Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes
The fixed-term contract is valid for twelve months.
Recommendation/Aanbeveling
None.
How To Apply/Hoe Om Aansoek Te Doen
#LI-POST
#PSS
The University is committed to employment equity (EE) and appointments will be made in line with the institutional EE Plan.
Stellenbosch University reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Your application comprising a comprehensive curriculum vitae (including the names and email addresses of at least three referees) must reach the University before or on the closing date of the advertised post.
APPLY ONLINE AT BY USING THE APPLY NOW LINK AT THE TOP RIGHT-HAND CORNER OF THE SPECIFIC VACANCY PAGE.
The University reserves the right to investigate qualifications and conduct background checks on all candidates.
The Occupational Health and Safety Act requires people in occupations that entail potential exposure to certain hazards (such as but not limited to: noise hazardous chemical substances and hazardous biological agents) to be subjected to medical screening to determine their fitness to work in the said occupations.
Should no feedback be received from the University within four to six weeks of the closing date kindly accept that your application did not succeed.
Enquiries/Navrae
Enquiries regarding this post: Ms Chimango Banda on or at
Enquiries regarding remuneration/benefits as well as technical assistance with the electronic application process: Human Resources Client Services Centre on (Stellenbosch) / (Tygerberg) or at
Development and Alumni Relations Division
Proposal Developer (Post Level 8)
(Twelve-month fixed-term contract)
(Stellenbosch Campus)
Ref. DAR/137/0625
Reporting to the Rector and Vice-Chancellor of Stellenbosch University (SU) the Development and Alumni Relations Division is responsible for strategic fundraising on behalf of the University and is actively engaged in increasing philanthropic and external support to achieve the vision and goals of the University. Further responsibilities of the Division include stewardship of all donors to the Stellenbosch University Trust building and managing the alumni relations and events as well as providing professional support services to the University for fundraising and alumni relations.
This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and motivated strategic writer to join Stellenbosch Universitys Development and Alumni Relations (DAR) Division. Reporting to the Manager of Strategic Fundraising Initiatives the Proposal Developer will help shape the Universitys philanthropic success by crafting compelling proposals concept notes and donor communications that support major and principal gifts fundraising. Specific responsibilities include conceptualising researching writing and editing gift proposals for individual donors case statements concept papers templates and boilerplate text for key fundraising priorities donor presentation materials and stewardship communications. Working within a small collaborative team the ideal candidate will be a creative and strategic communicator with the ability to transform ideas into persuasive donor-focused narratives. This role is ideal for someone who thrives under deadlines values innovation and integrity and is passionate about advancing higher education through philanthropic support.
Duties/Pligte
- Developing high-quality funder-aligned proposals and related documents tailored for both local and international audiences across corporate philanthropic and development sectors.
- Producing high quality sponsorship proposals that clearly articulate the commercial value of partnering with Stellenbosch University and aligning opportunities with the strategic interests of corporate sponsors.
- Coordinating the end-to-end proposal process ensuring timelines accuracy and alignment with institutional priorities and the broader fundraising strategy.
- Collaborating with project leaders and senior subject-matter experts to scope funding opportunities and translate complex ideas into compelling funding narratives and digestible language.
- Leading the development of bursary support proposals with secondary involvement in select development-themed proposals (e.g. social impact health education).
- Researching and analysing societal trends funding landscapes and stakeholder interests to craft relevant high-impact proposals.
- Drafting and iterating proposals including developing itemised budgets forecasting operational expenses and integrating feedback from stakeholders and funders.
- Contributing to refining internal systems and processes including the use of templates briefs and workflows to increase efficiency and quality.
- Providing technical proposal-writing guidance to faculty researchers and fundraising colleagues enhancing proposal quality across the institution.
- Supporting a culture of continuous improvement through monitoring proposal outcomes integrating learnings and contributing to key performance indicators and strategic goals.
Job Requirements/Pos Vereistes
- Bachelors degree (or NQF 7 equivalent qualification) in social sciences journalism commerce or business management.
- Three years relevant proposal development experience.
- Demonstrable ability to enable collaboration and to coordinate multiple parties interests in a request for funding proposals.
- Experience in a fundraising research or technical writing environment with considerable business acumen will be advantageous.
- The ability to process analyse and logically structure project-related information into accesible language that is clear to various funding audiences.
- Demonstrable capacity in interpreting analytical reports strategic plans evaluations and desktop research.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English and preferably also in a second official South African language.
- The ability to multitask and work under pressure with speed structure and accuracy.
- Proven skills in using proposal writing to develop existing markets and successfully reach out to untapped markets.
- A proven track record of proposal success.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and a strong customer service orientation towards both internal and external stakeholders.
- The ability to manage and develop fundraising communications to a range of targeted audiences on various topics with a particular emphasis on bursaries.
- Proven success in working with cross-functional teams.
- The ability to innovate and solve problems creatively and proven flexibility in terms of new programmes and/or ideas and their evaluation.
The fixed-term contract is valid for twelve months.
Recommendation/Aanbeveling
None.
How To Apply/Hoe Om Aansoek Te Doen
#LI-POST
#PSS
The University is committed to employment equity (EE) and appointments will be made in line with the institutional EE Plan.
Stellenbosch University reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Your application comprising a comprehensive curriculum vitae (including the names and email addresses of at least three referees) must reach the University before or on the closing date of the advertised post.
APPLY ONLINE AT BY USING THE APPLY NOW LINK AT THE TOP RIGHT-HAND CORNER OF THE SPECIFIC VACANCY PAGE.
The University reserves the right to investigate qualifications and conduct background checks on all candidates.
The Occupational Health and Safety Act requires people in occupations that entail potential exposure to certain hazards (such as but not limited to: noise hazardous chemical substances and hazardous biological agents) to be subjected to medical screening to determine their fitness to work in the said occupations.
Should no feedback be received from the University within four to six weeks of the closing date kindly accept that your application did not succeed.
Enquiries/Navrae
Enquiries regarding this post: Ms Chimango Banda on or at
Enquiries regarding remuneration/benefits as well as technical assistance with the electronic application process: Human Resources Client Services Centre on (Stellenbosch) / (Tygerberg) or at
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Full-Time
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