NPO Business Manager

A prominent national health non-profit organisation is seeking a strategic and commercially-minded Business and Marketing Manager to join their leadership team in Cape Town. This is a full-time, in-office role and the successful candidate will be expected to travel occasionally. The role focuses on driving institutional sustainability through the management of income-generating programmes and the identification of business development and fundraising opportunities. Reporting directly to the CEO, the incumbent will oversee business functions and general management while leading the finance and administrative functions. This is an ideal opportunity for a professional with a strong blend of commercial acumen and marketing expertise who is passionate about making a tangible impact within the health sector. Key Responsibilities Commercial Strategy & Income Generation: Drive and lead activities for established income-generating initiatives, ensuring they align with the organisation’s long-term strategic goals. Business Development & Fundraising: Proactively source new business opportunities and implement fundraising strategies to ensure the foundation's financial longevity. Executive Support: Assist the CEO with specific business functions and the broader operational management of the organisation. Team Leadership: Manage and mentor the Finance and Business Administrators, fostering a high-performance environment. Marketing & Health Advocacy: Execute marketing strategies related to various health workstreams to unlock further fundraising and partnership potential. Contract & Legal Oversight: Manage business and operational contracting requirements, collaborating with legal teams to formalise and secure agreements. Financial Oversight: Support the finance team and liaise effectively with outsourced accounting partners to ensure operational efficiency. Stakeholder Management: Build and maintain professional networks across both the private and public sectors. Requirements Citizenship: Must be a South African citizen or a Permanent Resident of South Africa. Education: A relevant degree with specialisations in Marketing and Business Management from an accredited institution. Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in business management, marketing, and contracting within the private sector. Regulatory Knowledge: Deep understanding of ethical business practices and the relevant regulatory frameworks. Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with a professional demeanour. Licence: A valid South African driver’s licence for manual vehicles and a willingness to travel to various locations. Sector Experience: Proven commercial management experience within the non-profit (NPO/NGO) sector highly preferable. Audit Knowledge: Familiarity with annual auditing processes and requirements. Technical Setup: Experience working with and managing outsourced service providers, specifically accounting practices. Required Software Skills Accounting Software: Familiarity with standard accounting packages (e.g., Xero, Pastel, or similar). Office Productivity: High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Benefits Impactful Work: Lead the commercial growth of a respected national health organisation. Leadership Role: Significant influence over organisational strategy and team development. Professional Growth: Exposure to diverse stakeholders across public and private sectors.