Renata Alexander

Strategic fundraising executive with 18+ years of senior leadership experience across corporate partnerships, revenue growth, governance, and operational management. Currently leading corporate fundraising strategy for a specialised education institution, driving sustainable income through high-value corporate and foundation partnerships. Expert in aligning funding strategies to B-BBEE Skills Development and Socio-Economic Development frameworks, strengthening donor stewardship systems, and translating organisational impact into measurable, board-ready reporting.

Senior Fundraiser & Corporate Partnerships Lead - Sparrow Schools Educational Trust

(2018-01)

Provide strategic leadership of corporate fundraising and partnership development, building a diversified funding pipeline and strengthening long-term corporate relationships.

• Lead corporate prospect identification, engagement, and executive-level funding negotiations
• Develop and present strategic funding proposals aligned to institutional priorities
• Secure Skills Development and SED-aligned funding partnerships
• Oversee donor compliance, impact reporting, and stewardship frameworks
• Advise senior leadership and board on funding trends and revenue forecasting
• Coordinate corporate engagement initiatives to strengthen brand visibility and partner retention

Operations Manager - Hotel Hope Ministries NGO

(2013-01 - 2018-12)

Directed operational strategy, governance compliance, financial oversight, and HR leadership within a non-profit environment.

• Oversaw financial controls, payroll, and statutory compliance
• Led recruitment, performance management, and organisational development
• Produced management and donor reports for executive oversight
• Strengthened internal controls and operational accountability structures

Commercial & Operations Leadership (Telecommunications) - Vodacom | VMC Communications | Smartcom Communications

(2002-01 - 2013-12)

Held senior management roles within high-volume commercial environments, overseeing operations, SLA compliance, quality control, and team leadership across subscriber bases exceeding 100,000 customers.

• Led multi-functional operational teams (6–18 staff)
• Managed VIP corporate accounts and performance SLAs
• Implemented policies, reporting systems, and governance controls
• Delivered executive presentations and performance reporting

N6 Diploma - Management Assistant – Public Relations - Roodepoort College (1999)

Matric - Florida Park High School (1996)