Bequest and Gift Administrator at University of Cape Town

The annual remuneration package, including benefits, ranges between R531 313 and R625 071.

• The University of Cape Town (UCT) invites applications for the position of Bequest & Gift Administrator in the Development and Alumni Department (DAD), within the Philanthropy team.
• Reporting to the Deputy Head of Philanthropy, this role manages and oversees administration of donations made through bequests and other forms of planned giving.
• The role carries specific responsibility for ensuring the legal integrity of gift and grant agreements, while supporting fundraisers and ensuring broader regulatory compliance.

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE ROLE:

• NQF Level 6 qualification in a relevant field (e.g. law, commerce, finance, or nonprofit management).
• At least 5 years' relevant experience (e.g. in legal contracts, donor relations, planned giving, fundraising administration, or a related field).
• Strong administrative and organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and multi-task.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Outlook, Access).
• Ability to work under pressure.

THE FOLLOWING WILL BE ADVANTAGEOUS:

• A background in tax law or a working knowledge of South African tax legislation as it applies to charitable giving and nonprofit compliance.
• Experience in the higher education or nonprofit fundraising environment.
• Familiarity with estate planning, gift acceptance policies, donor stewardship practices, and CRM systems.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

• Coordinate estate settlements and liaise with fundraisers, legal advisors, executors, and internal stakeholders to facilitate the transfer to UCT.
• Develop and implement procedures and tracking systems for accepting, processing, and acknowledging bequests.
• Prepare and review legally sound gift and grant agreements for major gifts (above ZAR 500,000) in line with UCT policies, including compliance with all applicable legislation.
• Provide guidance to fundraisers, on bequests, planned giving, and the tax implications of charitable donations.
• Maintain accurate CRM records of bequests, pledges, gift agreements, and donor information, and prepare reports for leadership.
• Ensure agreements comply with relevant legislation, regulations, and institutional policies, including the Income Tax Act, POPIA, and sector best practices.
• Track, analyse, and report on bequest and income from commitments captured in agreements as well as anticipated revenue on a quarterly basis.

To apply, please visit the UCT Jobs Site (www.jobs.uct.ac.za), to create a candidate profile and to submit your application.

Please complete/attach the following to your profile before submitting your application:

• Motivational letter that speaks to the requirements of the position
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Three referee names which must include their title and name, position details, relationship
• to you, their e-mail address and telephone number
• Highest qualification
• ID/Passport

Closing date: 11 September 2026