Organisation : BirdLife Australia
Location : Melbourne (Carlton)
Work type : Full-time
Sector : Conservation & Environment
Salary type : Annual Package
Salary : $68,500 - $74,268 per annum plus 10.5% super.
Application closing date : 21 Mar, 2023
About the organisation
As Australia’s only national bird conservation charity, we are on a mission to put birds and nature on the path to recovery within a decade, leading and facilitating action that halts biodiversity loss and restores ecosystems. We can only achieve this with the help and support afforded to us by our diverse stakeholders including supporters, campaigners, donors, members and like-minded conservation organisations.
BirdLife Australia takes a science and evidence-based approach to bird conservation. Where strong conservation plans are in place and well-resourced the evidence tells us that threatened species can be brought back from the brink of extinction. With a 100-plus year history and Australia’s strongest and longest-lived collection of data and surveys, BirdLife Australia brings a wealth of observation and experience to the protection of native birds.
BirdLife Australia is a diverse organisation with more than 330,000 supporters, donors, volunteers, campaigners and members, over 130 staff across Australia, and a network of more than 40 voluntary community groups.
BirdLife Australia is truly local to global, with a network of more than 40 voluntary community groups on the ground in Australia, and is the Australian member of the BirdLife International partnership, the world’s largest partnership for conservation.
Our growing network of people generously give their time, expertise, voice and financial support, standing together with us to help protect Australia’s unique birdlife.
A significant part of BirdLife Australia’s work is done by volunteers acting either alone, in organised groups or serving on Committees. It is important that all staff understand and appreciate the contribution made by volunteers, and are also mindful of their varying skills, interests and motivations.
BirdLife Australia acknowledges the important role First Nations People throughout Australia have played, and continue to play, caring for Country. We acknowledge their continuing connection to land, sea and community and pay respect to Traditional Owners and their cultures, and to their Elders both past and present. BirdLife Australia endeavours to facilitate the further engagement of Indigenous Australians in the research and conservation of our native birds.
About the role
Your next opportunity
BirdLife Australia is the national partner of BirdLife International – the world’s largest conservation partnership. With over 330,000 supporters nationally, BirdLife Australia’s mission is to lead and facilitate action that halts biodiversity loss and restores ecosystems.
This huge effort is underpinned by the efforts of thousands of committed and diverse supporters, volunteers, donors and members and that contribute the life blood of the organisation – they are truly inspirational. We have set ambitious new targets to end extinction and put birds and nature on the path to recovery as part of our 2023 – 2032 Bird Conservation Strategy
In this exciting new role you will work closely with the Major Gifts Lead and Development Strategy Manager to implement and grow key activities from the Fundraising Growth Strategy.
This is an amazing opportunity for someone to support the management of the Major Gifts portfolio and contribute to the growth of BirdLife Australia’s income and support.
What you will bring to the team:
We are particularly interested in someone with a high level of professionalism, attention to detail and the ability to manage confidential and sensitive information.
You will have demonstrated organisational skills which will enable you to manage multiple priorities with ease.
You will be a confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills who has a passion for BirdLifes mission.
Your strong stakeholder skills and ability to work with databases, will enable you to work collaboratively with our supporters, volunteers, members, and donors to achieve Fundraising Growth Strategy activities and goals.
If your excited about a new role supporting a not-for-profit organisation within the Major Gifts space and would value the opportunity to complete FIA Code of Conduct training we want to hear from you.
For more role details refer to the position description attached below or email enquiries to people&safety@birdlife.org.au
Benefits on offer:
This is a full-time role on a continual (permanent) contract which comes with an attractive salary range of $68,500 – $74,268 per annum (Final salary within this range to be negotiated with successful candidate based on skills and experience) plus 10.5% super. This is a hybrid position based from a home office location and the BirdLife Australia National Office (Carlton, Victoria).
You will also enjoy great benefits including generous annual, personal and paid parental leave, additional special leave (covering the organisations shutdown period), leave loading, access to professional development and networking plus much more.
Our values underpin and support our organisational strategy and goals:
- Passion: We bring people together around a love of nature
- Excellence: Science and knowledge are at the centre of everything we do
- Leadership: We empower and inspire people to lead with courage and purpose
- Collaboration: We embrace diversity and work in partnership with mutual respect
- Integrity: Our success is based on experience, honesty, trust and fairness
- Impact: We think globally, lead nationally and act locally
To apply for this role:
- Completed Fundraising Institute of Australia code of conduct or willing to do so.
- Excellent attention to detail, written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
- Ability to build rapport with the diverse range of BirdLife Australia supporters – volunteers, members, donors.
- Ability to manage confidential and sensitive information about both the organisation and its supporters.
- Demonstrated skill working with databases
- Strong planning, time management and organising skills with ability to manage competing demands.
- Ability to work well with minimum supervision, prioritise and be delivery focused
- Flexibility and good humour when problem-solving
- Have valid Australian work rights with permission to work.
- Submit your resume and cover letter addressing how you meet the above criteria to people&safety@birdlife.org.au
At BirdLife we value diversity and inclusion and actively encourage applications from diverse groups and communities.
Closing Date: Applications for this role close on Tuesday 21 March 2023.
Please note BirdLife does not accept applications from recruitment agencies.
How to apply
Applications not allowed for this job listing.
Please quote in application: Major Gifts Officer via Pro Bono Australia.
Sector: #Conservation_and_Environment
