Job Description

Position Identification

Position Title :

NATIONAL EVENTS AND VOLUNTEER CO-ORDINATOR

Organization :

Islamic Relief South Africa

Location :

Johannesburg, South Africa

Reports to :

National Volunteer Coordinator

Job Summary

Responsible for managing IRSA's Volunteers

Form strategic relationships with volunteer groups to execute fundraising events on IRSA's behalf

Co-ordinate effective volunteer fundraising events together with the Fundraisers

Co-ordinate and organize regional fundraising events together with the fundraisers

Manage Pledge sessions at Events

Initiate and revive IRSA crowdfunding through IRChallenges

Raise funds for IRSA through mobilizing Volunteers and Events

Key Accountabilities

Managing Volunteers

The Events and Volunteer Co-ordinator supervises volunteers and provides direction, coordination, and consultation for all volunteer functions within IRSA.

Develop, promote, and maintain a wide range of volunteer opportunities within the organization

Recruit and maintain network of volunteers, ensuring they are motivated and receive recognition for efforts

Provide ongoing support and guidance for volunteers

Act as a single point of contact for volunteers in your region

Develop a Volunteer structure, inline with IRW volunteer policy

Volunteer Fundraising

Manage Volunteers to host and organize fundraising events which increase the funding of Islamic Relief

Manage Volunteers to organize IRchallenges and Crowdfunding opportunities to increase the income for Islamic Relief

Develop and maintain relationships with other volunteer organizations to execute Fundraising events on behalf of IRSA

Organize and Manage Events

Coordinates fundraising of institutional and special donor events which involves decision making input on external resources, managing event processes, coordinating meetings, preparing, monitoring and distributing event budgets.

Coordinate fundraising events such as Nasheed Concerts and Gala dinners to maximize income for IRSA

Secure sponsorship for IRSA events

Coordinate and Project Manage Event logistics

Manage and Execute Pledges at IRSA events

Co-ordinate Crowdfunding events

Identify, select and manage IRSA's Crowdfunding opportunities through IRchallenges and sporting events such as Comrades, Argus Cycle tour etc.

Mobilise volunteers to co-ordinate crowdfunding events

Administrative

Enters donor information, event invitation and participant lists on appropriate CRM system in Raisers Edge database.

Responsible for communications and marketing in support of special events

Coordinates production and distribution of print materials for events

Facilitate all post-pledge processes after events, including managing the pledge database and ensuring the funds are deposited into IRSA'a account

Key Interfaces

Regional Events and Volunteer Co-ordinators

Head of Fund Development

Head of Communications

Head of Programmes

Regional Programmes Officers

Chief Executive Officer/Country Director

All volunteers Nationally

Educational Qualifications, Skills and Knowledge

Degree in Communications or Marketing other than other relevant qualification

Minimum 6-7 years of professional experience in similar position with demonstrated experience

An understanding of Marketing concepts

Ability to communicate technical information and requirements to non technical management and internal stakeholders.

Commercially aware with good understanding of budget management and ROI

An aptitude to plan annually, multiple campaigns and activities

An understanding of marketing and other current marketing trends

An ability to manage multiple projects

An understanding of marketing strategy, marketing techniques, and knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research techniques

Proven record of excellent people and interpersonal skills with strong communication skills at individual and group levels.

Third sector experience, specifically within a marketing led role.

Experience of delivering with a marketing budget and using resources effectively to successfully balance creative aspirations with limited financial and other resources

A track record of developing innovative marketing campaigns across all media

Creative and innovative approach to online and offline media

Highly organised and strong team player

Willing to work evenings and weekends, particularly during emergency campaigns

Computer literate: highly proficient in the use of word processing software (MS Word), presentation software (MS PowerPoint), spreadsheet software (MS Excel), database software (MS Access), email software and knowledge management system.

Key Islamic Relief Qualities Required

It is essential that the post holder shows a good understanding and sympathy with Islamic values and principles as well as commitment to IR's vision and mission as per below:

Excellence (Ihsan):

Our actions in tackling poverty are marked by excellence in our operations and conduct which are deserving of the people we serve.

Sincerity (Ikhlas):

In responding to poverty and suffering our efforts are driven by sincerity to God and the need to fulfil our obligations to humanity

Social Justice (Adl):

Our work is founded on enabling people and institutions to fulfil the rights of the poor and vulnerable. We work to empower the dispossessed towards realising their God-given human potential and developing their capabilities and resources.

Compassion (Rahma):

We believe the protection and well-being of every life is of paramount importance and we shall join with other humanitarian actors to act as one in responding to suffering brought on by disasters, poverty and injustice.

Custodianship (Amana)

: We uphold our duty of custodianship over the earth, its resources and the trust people place in us as humanitarian and development practitioners to be transparent and accountable.

Over and above operational requirements Islamic Relief South Africa will take into account the country's and organizational Employment Equity imperatives.

Closing Date: 06 October 2025

Please forward a copy of the completed application form (available on the website),

1 page motivational letter

,

salary expectation

and

your CV

along with a

certified

copy of your ID to recruitment@islamic-relief.org.za

Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

What is your salary expectation?
Work Location: In person