Coordinator, Fundraising and Marketing

We are seeking a mid-level fundraising and marketing professional for a full-time or part time position (min. 4 days per week) to support the organisation through an important transition and into the next phase of strategic fundraising in an emerging, market driven environment.
* high level of autonomy
* covers grants writing and management, other fundraising activities and general marketing
* recognised and respected industry leader, preferred service provider and employer of choice
* highly diverse workforce and clientele
* Inner Western Sydney location

A competitive package will be based on relevant qualifications and experience. As a Public Benevolent Institution, employees may access tax-effective salary packaging options.

The Role
You will provide support to the head of department and work autonomously to achieve agreed outcomes. Your primary role will be to:
* research, apply for and administer grants;
* coordinate and administer supporter engagement opportunities;
* undertake small campaigns and manage and participate in fundraising events;
* administer and manage donations, reports and maintain the CRM;
* prepare, produce and distribute marketing materials (brochures, newsletters, annual reports etc), including copywriting, sourcing of content, desktop publishing and dealing with suppliers and vendors;
* content manage digital media, and
* liaise with internal and external customers.

We are seeking a candidate with:
* some previous experience in similar fundraising and marketing areas;
* strong written expression, high attention to detail and exceptional customer care skills;
* outstanding organisational skills and ability to work in a high-stress environment with competing priorities;
* previous report writing and basic budgeting skills;
* proven ability to work on multiple projects, prioritise and meet varying deadlines;
* willingness and aptitude to engage with people with intellectual disabilities;
* advanced IT proficiency and propensity to acquire new IT skills fast (MS Office, Adobe Design Suite; CRMs)

About FRANS
Established 33 years ago, FRANS is a mid-sized organisation that primarily supports people with intellectual, cognitive and developmental disabilities of all ages. FRANS has a strong reputation as a leader in developing innovative support programs and of having an ability and willingness to successfully support people with multiple diagnoses and complex support needs. Please see frans.com.au for more information.

FRANS is committed to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with a Disability and we pursue the Convention’s objectives in the way we support people with a disability and their families.