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SayPro Fundraising Sales Specialist
InspHired Recruitment Solutions
Utilize telephone solicitation, electronic and written correspondence, and face-to-face meetings as tools in order to reach and exceed the budgeted Fundraising target
• Research and develop a list of potential sponsors/funders.
• Achieve and exceed monthly and yearly set revenue targets.
• Grow revenue from established funders through re-engagements site visits and meetings.
• Keep precise records of conversations with all clients and funders.
• Invoice sponsors, pledges and funders once agreements have been reached.
• Develop self-sourced leads for new business opportunities utilizing industry reports, social media, industry and various online tools.
• Ensure full understanding of the organisations business objectives/requirements as well as ROI
• Craft clearly written solution-based proposals built upon prospective organisation objectives.
• Respond promptly to inquiries through various communication channels (phone, email, chat, or in-person) with professionalism and courtesy
• Work closely with relevant internal teams to craft impactful proposals
• Prompt follow-up of marketing generated leads in system to conduct initial outreach to arrange calls and/or meetings to qualify prospects.
• Cultivate and grow relationships with your clients through regular contact beyond just the close of sale (i.e. follow up phone calls, emails, face-to-face meetings, etc…).
• Maintain weekly/monthly KPIs sales activities (calls, meetings, proposals, contracts, etc…)
• Maintain and update weekly pipeline reports and ensuring accuracy of data.
• Maintain organized, detailed, and accurate client record management.
• On-site event rebooking responsibilities, collect and report on client feedback
Desired Experience & Qualification
Requirements
• Minimum of 4 years sponsorship and funding experience.
• Minimum 5 years of sales and account management experience
• Proven track record of consistently exceeding targets
• Possess extensive experience in fundraising, with a solid background in the NGO Sector
• Have confidence in presenting to senior-level prospects and customers.
• Be willing to travel.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) – persuasive, confident and good listening skills
• Strong organizational & multi-tasking skills – good attention to detail and able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Strong sales negotiation and closing skills
• Excellent relationship building skills, with demonstrable experience of regularly dealing with senior stakeholders up to and including the C-Suite executives
Package & Remuneration
R15’000 to R20’000 per month