Global Fundraiser – UJC

About The Organisation And The Role

The United Jewish Campaign (UJC) is the fundraising arm of the Cape South African Jewish community, supporting over 40 community organisations. UJC’s “We Are One” campaign, a strategic partnership with Care Services and its 7 member organisations, is a bold, high‑impact crowdfunding initiative designed to unite and mobilise our community around a shared vision of collective responsibility and impact.

• Design and implement an international fundraising strategy aligned with UJC’s mission.
• Identify key diaspora communities and regions with donor potential (e.g. UK, USA, Israel, Australia).
• Set annual fundraising goals and growth metrics in collaboration with the Executive Team.
• Cultivate and maintain long‑term relationships with international donors through one‑on‑one meetings, small gatherings, parlor events, and tailored donor experiences.
• Ensure regular, high‑quality communication with donors that reflects UJC’s tone and values.
• Represent UJC at relevant local, national, and international forums.
• Work closely with the Executive Director, Board and fundraising team.
• Plan and manage international fundraising campaigns and events (in‑person and virtual).
• Collaborate with marketing to develop compelling messaging for global audiences.
• Oversee donor recognition, reporting, and impact communications.
• Manage donor data, segmentation, and analysis using UJC’s CRM systems.
• Drive innovation and ongoing improvement across fundraising, operations, and stakeholder engagement.
• Regularly evaluate organisational effectiveness, identifying opportunities to optimise impact and efficiency.

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in fundraising, donor relations or philanthropy (preferably with international donors or within a global Jewish context).
• Demonstrated success in securing major gifts and building long‑term donor relationships.
• Experience using fundraising CRM systems.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Leadership ability to inspire and mobilise others with influence and persuasion.
• Excellent administration and organisational skills; highly organised and efficient.
• Tech‑savvy and comfortable with digital tools, CRMs, and crowdfunding platforms.
• Integrity, stewardship, resilience, cultural awareness, and a collaborative mindset.
• Live the UJC core values and embody our mission.

Closing date: 23 January 2026. Apply through UJC’s online portal. If you have not heard back within two weeks of submitting your application, it will be considered unsuccessful.