Director Fundraising and Partnerships - HybridPosted: 06/06/2025Closing Date: 25/06/2025Job Type: Full TimeLocation: FlexibleJob Category: BusinessDisaster Relief Australia (DRA) brings hope to communities devastated by disaster. We unite the skills and experience of military veterans, emergency responders and motivated civilians to deploy Disaster Relief Teams around Australia and the world. With our army of dedicated volunteers, we respond to disasters and deliver support to those who need it.If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are ready to work for a growing organisation that is built to serve communities in need, apply now.Job DescriptionPrimary purpose of the roleThe Director Fundraising and Partnerships is responsible for leading the growth and maintenance of fundraising, partnerships and Corporate and Community volunteer programs across DRA.The focus of the role is to collaboratively plan and win new fundraising, create new partnerships, and build and maintain corporate and community volunteer programs.The role is a key enabler to DRA achieving its strategic intent of broadening its revenue base and becoming financially sustainable and independent by 2030.As such, it is a challenging role that requires a senior leader with the right mix of skills, experience, and professional networks.The role reports to the Head of Strategy and Innovation.Desired Skills and ExperienceKey accountabilitiesDRA’s organisational cultureLead by example in adhering to DRA’s values of Courage, Respect, Service and Tenacity and support a positive, values-based culture across the organisation.Champion a culture of transparency, integrity and accountability within DRA.Work collegiately with all staff to pursue DRA’s vision and realise its overarching strategic goals.Lead Fundraising and Partnerships and deliver outcomes in line with DRA 2030 strategic goalsLead funding and partnership opportunities that align with DRA's mission and support preparedness, resilience and recovery initiatives.Implement an effective partnership and fundraising engagement strategy, framework and model maximise relationships with partners, stakeholders and fundraising opportunities.Develop partnerships with stakeholders and putting systems in place to facilitate DRA resilience and recovery operations, in addition to specific capabilities, programs and projects.Develop and implement DRA’s fundraising strategy and plan across the five revenue diversification streamsResearch and initiate DRA’s new stakeholders and partners capture program to aligned with DRA 2030 Strategic Plan.Research, initiate and manage DRA’s fundraising prioritiesDevelop, initiate and facilitate regular communication strategies with stakeholders to optimise and realise the benefits of the partnership.Actively pursue all opportunities for fundraising to align with DRA’s budgetary and in kind requirements.Oversee DRA’s Customer Relations Management system (CRM).Develop reporting metrics and KRA/KPIs for DRAs fundraising and partnership programs.Collaborate with the CFO to develop and manage DRA’s fundraising targets.Lead DRA’s Corporate and Community Volunteer ProgramOversee the design and implement DRA's Corporate and Community volunteer strategy and program to align with DRA 2030 Strategic Plan to grow corporate and community volunteers up to 10,000 registered by 2030.Provide advice and support on the deployment and management of corporate volunteers during the conduct of DRA field operations.Support the management of a range of external relationships to support DRA to build its Community and Corporate Volunteer management capacity and program.Actively participating in partnership meetings between the NAB Foundation, other partners and DRA to effectively manage the program that fall under this partnership.Oversee, in collaboration with Head of MARCOMs the development of marketing and communications materials to support the marketing of the NAB Foundation Recovery Crew and DRAs Corporate Volunteer program, in collaboration with DRA’s marketing team.Oversee the management of the NAB Foundation Recovery Crew portal and CRM, in collaboration with DRA’s technology department.Oversee Corporate and Community Volunteer specific policy, procedure and processes that address matters such as deployment, safety, insurance, finance and corporate engagement.In collaboration with the Associate Director Community and Corporate Volunteer Programs identify and engage with a range of partners, corporations and community organisations who are interested in deploying their membership base under DRA’s Corporate Volunteer program.Oversee the implement and management of training packages specifically designed to educate DRA volunteers and staff about Corporate and Community volunteers and their importance.Undertake other duties as required by the Head of Strategy and Innovation.Performance reportingPrepare regular reports and updates for senior leadership on the progress and outcomes of activities.Key challenges of the positionThis is a senior role and requires a leader with broad and deep personal and professional networks across government and industry, excellent senior stakeholder engagement skills and strong capture and bid management skills with a bias towards business development and fundraising.Balancing competing priorities and managing multiple simultaneous projects in a dynamic environment.Manage diverse stakeholder expectations transparently and effectively.Have corporate and community partners sign up to participate in the program.Educating DRA volunteers and staff as to the importance of Corporate and Community volunteering.Effective management of limited resources (financial, human, equipment) to achieve DRA's strategic objectives.Maintaining alignment between organisational deliverables and organisational goals and objectives.Adapting to changing circumstances and project requirements.Key relationshipsReports to:Head of Strategy and InnovationDirect reports:Associate Director CorpVol & CommVol ProgramKey relationships:CEOHead of Strategy and InnovationHead of OperationsHead of Organisational SupportHead of Marketing and CommunicationsDirector of Human ResourcesDirector of TechnologyDirector of Leadership Development and Organisational CultureDirector Organisational DevelopmentCapabilities for the rolePersonal attributes:Excellent oral and written communication skills, including liaising with high level stakeholders in complex environments.Proven leadership, planning and organisational skills.Demonstrated high level of decision-making skills, analytical skills and conceptual thinking skills.Demonstrated ability to devise innovative solutions, and follow through with their implementation, even when under pressure.Sound business acumen, a strong sense of accountability and professional integrity, personal resilience and social and emotional intelligence.Ability to build strong networks with a range of stakeholders, including corporate institutions and those that have demonstrated an interest in Community Volunteer management.Relationships:An organisation rather than department first mindset, with a strong focus on collegiality and shared problem solving.The ability to build partnerships and work collaboratively to meet shared objectives.Shows awareness of own strengths and areas for growth and desire to develop and apply new skills.Communicates effectively with a persuasive and engaging leadership style.Relates openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people.Results:Achieves measurable improvements in fundraising and partnerships in line with DRA strategy.Evolved problem-solving skills, and the ability to make critical decisions under pressure.Makes sound, accurate and informed decisions even in the absence of complete information.Rebounds from setbacks and adversity when faced with difficult situations and issues.Business enablers:Sound knowledge of contemporary project management principles.Proven knowledge of operational management, including in human resources, finance, operational planning and quality improvementDRA is seeking candidates who have:Highly experienced and skilled in both fundraising and partnership capture and managementPassionate about assisting communitiesPreferably have a background in Not-for-Profit organisationsHighly honed interpersonal and communications skillsA valid driver's license and a reliable vehicle are required for this position
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