Job Details

Write proposals and reports

The LRC (www.lrc.org.za) is an independent, nonprofit public interest law clinic, which uses law as an instrument of justice to provide legal services for the vulnerable. The LRC seeks to appoint a Communications
& Marketing Offi cer and a Development Officer reporting to the Development Director in Johannesburg.

Development Officer

Responsibilities: write proposals and reports; conduct donor research; organisational and individual donor acquisition; donor stewardship and grant management; maintain database of supporters; M&E information management; special events

Experience: 2+ years of experience in fundraising or related fi eld preferred; Knowledge of working with databases such as Raiser’s Edge

Other specs for both positions: University degree; English fl uency; excellent writing, research and communication skills; works well with others and independently; ability to strategise, plan and implement projects; computer literacy; ability to meet tight deadlines and multi-task; self-motivated; genuine interest in human rights

To apply, please e-mail a CV, a motivation letter and a writing sample (7-10 pgs max.) in one email to developmentunit3 [at] gmail.com by 4.30pm, Friday, 1 October 2010. Please write “LRC ADVERT, DEVELOPMENT or COMMUNICATIONS (depending on the post you are applying for) and your FULL NAME” in the Subject line of your e-mail. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.