Organisation : St Vincent de Paul Society NSW
Location : Sydney (Lewisham, NSW)
Work type : Full-time
Sector : Foundations, Trusts & Philanthropy
Salary type : Annual Package
Application closing date : 15 Aug, 2017
About the organisation
About the Organisation
The St Vincent de Paul Society is a member and volunteer based organisation that has been assisting people experiencing disadvantage in NSW for more than 130 years. The St Vincent de Paul Society is a leading provider of community support services and has close to 100 Special Works across the State in the areas of homelessness, mental health, disability, financial counselling, supported accommodation, food provision, refugees and migrants and addiction counselling. Our work is funded by all levels of government, the generous support we receive from the community and our 250 Retail Centres across NSW.
The Society’s Mission, Vision, Aspiration, and Key Values http://www.vinnies.org.au/page/About/Mission__Vision .
Departmental Overview
Fundraising & Communications (F&C) is a team of Society employees and volunteers dedicated to raising the profile, awareness, funds and support for the ‘good works’ of the St Vincent de Paul Society. The Fundraising & Communications team encompasses a range of professional services including communications, public relations, media liaison, publications, fundraising, events and sponsorship, bequests and marketing.
About the role
Full-time, 37.5 hours per week
Based at the State Support Office in Lewisham, NSW
Competitive base salary plus super; generous salary packaging that includes motor vehicle allowance
About the Role
The primary objectives of the Bequest Manager’s role is to drive the strategic development and growth of the St Vincent de Paul Society’s Bequest Program; develop awareness of the organisation’s need for bequests; and to identify, manage and cultivate potential benefactors to the Society through a strategic stewardship and conversion program.
The role of Bequests Manager sits within a well-established fundraising program and reports to the Head of Fundraising and Communication. You will work closely with the Communications team to promote the bequest program through media and bequest advertising. You will also work with the Bequest Team, Major Gifts Manager, Events and Marketing team and Services to run a series of targeted events at services. You can find more information in the position description.
What you need to be successful in this role
Proven track record working in a similar role for at least 10 years
Proven expertise working in dynamic fundraising environments
Appropriate degree qualifications
Able to act at a strategic and operational level
Superior communication, influencing and relationship building skills
Inspirational leadership style
Well organized and proactive
Committed to the cause and achieving fundraising goals in respect of Bequest program
Skilled in developing & executing strategies
Excellent relationship development skills
Understanding of professional boundaries within a relational role
Current NSW Driver’s Licence
Computer literacy in Microsoft suite, and familiarity with databases
Employment Conditions
The conditions of employment are governed by the National Employment Standards.
What we offer
By joining one of Australia’s largest and leading charities, you will be working in an organisation which makes a real difference to people’s lives.
The St Vincent de Paul Society NSW is proud to offer generous salary packaging benefits to employees where a portion of take-home pay is tax-free.
Training and development opportunities
Pre-employment Clearances:
Prior to an offer of employment, preferred candidates will be required to complete the pre-employment checks that include two (2) reference checks, a Health Declaration and National Criminal History Check. You will also be required to present evidence of right to work in Australia.
The Society is committed to being a Child Safe organisation. Prior to employment, you will be required to have a Working with Children Check, further information can be found in the Society’s commitment to Safeguarding Children & Young People .
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Bequest Manager at St Vincent de Paul Society NSW via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Foundations_Trusts_and_Philanthropy
