Development Manager, Philanthropy | VIC and TAS

We are seeking a skilled and highly motivated individual to join our growing Development (fundraising) team, as our State Development Manager – VIC and TAS. Based in Victoria (preferably Melbourne), this role will suit a talented mid-career professional keen to make a positive impact on the future of Australia’s threatened wildlife by mobilising philanthropic support, primarily from generous individuals.

You will receive support from our events, data and comms teams, so that you are able to be heavily focused on the successful  acquisition, retention and growth of AWC Major Donors and leads a Development Associate to ensure best-practice management of donor portfolios and exceptional fundraising performance. As such, the successful candidate will have at least 3 years’ experience of major donor fundraising  and a demonstrated background in new major donor/customer acquisition.

This is an incredibly exciting, fun and dynamic role – no two days are ever the same! Your key responsibilities include recruiting, building and stewarding an impressive portfolio of supporters, writing winning philanthropic proposals, organising a program of city-based functions, and organising bespoke donor events with the support of our events team, in some of the wildest places on the continent. 

About you:

You are a consummate networker with a passion for saving Australia’s wildlife and a love for the great outdoors. To succeed in this role you will also need:

• Exceptional interpersonal skills (a winning personality!). 
• Staff management skills, including:
• Managing a Development Associate who is focused on a portfolio of mid and major donors.
• Managing team budgets.
• Informing and working to KPI’s.
• Fostering a positive work environment, a strong sense of purpose and team cohesion.
• Experience engaging with high net worth individuals or with senior decision-makers in the corporate or government sector.
• Exceptional written skills and a proven ability to write compelling proposals, persuasive business cases and letters.
• Outstanding presentation skills and a natural ability to inspire audiences of 1 to 100 – in person, on the phone or via zoom.
• Ability to successfully plan, co-ordinate and manage the delivery of complex functions and events, with the support of our Events team
• Strong analytical skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• A passion for the conservation of Australia’s wildlife and habitats.
• Excellent organisational skills, including managing complex projects and programs, juggling multiple priorities and meeting tight deadlines.
• A willingness and ability to travel to capital cities and to AWC sanctuaries for extended periods. 

​​​​​Essential qualifications:

• A tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline.
• A valid driver’s license.

This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a growing, innovative and extremely successful organisation that is playing a key role in shaping the future of conservation in Australia.  A competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience is available for a candidate with suitable professional, commercial or fundraising experience. The position is offered on a permanent full-time basis. AWC reserves the right to start screening applicants and interviewing throughout the recruitment process.