Organisation : Australian Wildlife Conservancy
Location : Sydney
Work type : Full-time
Sector : Conservation & Environment
Salary type : Annual Package
Application closing date : 2 Jun, 2017
About the organisation
About the role
As the organisation enters an exciting new phase, we are seeking an exceptional and highly motivated professional to join our Development (fundraising) team on a full-time or part-time basis. Based in Sydney, the role will suit a talented mid-career professional who wishes to help build AWC’s base of philanthropic support by expanding our bequest program.
Your primary responsibility will be to manage, co-ordinate and deliver our bequest program. Working with our Development team, you will be responsible for identifying, stewarding and seeking bequest support from a broad range of individuals, as well as further developing our bequest strategy. You will roll up your sleeves, doing everything from setting up internal processes, to regular one-on-one engagement with supporters.
To be successful for this role you will have:
• Experience in design and delivery of bequest programs, or experience in a fundraising/commercial role with a strong relationship-building component.
• Outstanding communication skills including listening and writing skills; the ability to effectively convey key messages and elicit support.
• Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to develop and maintain relationships with a broad range of people.
• Demonstrated ability to deal sensitively with people and personal information.
• Adept ability to use a database or Customer Relationship Management system.
• Superior organisational skills.
• A passion for saving Australia’s wildlife and a strong work ethic.
• A willingness to travel to capital cities and to AWC sanctuaries.
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a successful organisation which is helping to shape the future of conservation in Australia.
A detailed position description is attached.
Initial enquiries to: Shauna Chadlowe – Senior Development Executive
This is a permanent position. Applicants must be an Australian citizen/permanent resident or have a suitable visa that allows permanent full-time work in Australia, in order to apply for this position. A working-holiday visa is not appropriate. Should a suitable local candidate be sourced, sponsorship will not be considered.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Bequest Manager via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Conservation_and_Environment