Role Overview:
Lifeline Loddon Mallee seeks an experienced and dynamic Philanthropy & Fundraising Lead to lead our income generation and donor engagement efforts. This pivotal role will oversee the planning, execution, and evaluation of a comprehensive fundraising plan, with particular focus on:
* Donor stewardship and major gifts
* Individual giving campaigns
* Philanthropy opportunities and gifts in wills
* Team leadership and campaign management
This role is ideal for someone with strong relationship skills, a flair for storytelling, and the confidence to lead and inspire a small but passionate fundraising team.
The successful candidate will deliver leadership in alignment with the organisation's values, behaviours, and leadership matrix, promoting a positive and inclusive culture throughout all levels of the organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising plan, focusing on building relationships with donors and securing significant gifts
* Lead and manage a small team of fundraisers, providing guidance and support to achieve fundraising goals
* Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure effective communication and coordination across teams
* Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, including donors, partners, and community leaders
Essential Skills and Qualifications:
* A proven track record in fundraising, business development, or philanthropy, with at least 3 years in a management or leadership role
* Demonstrated success in building donor relationships, securing significant gifts, and running regular giving and major donor programs
* Confident working with CRMs (salesforce desirable) and data to drive smarter decisions, experience with fundraising platforms is a bonus
* A confident communicator, natural storyteller, and persuasive pitch maker, equally at home in corporate meetings and community events
* Strong planning and project management skills, with the ability to manage competing deadlines
* Good financial acumen, with a proven ability to develop and manage budgets
* Competent in producing consistent and regular reporting of fundraising activities
* Demonstrated experience managing a small team and leading collaborative delivery
What We Offer:
* Purposeful impact – make a meaningful difference in people's lives by supporting those experiencing mental health distress, crisis, and thoughts of suicide
* Growth and development – enhance your skills and advance your career through tailored learning opportunities
* Balance that works – enjoy flexible working arrangements suited to your lifestyle, including hybrid and WFH options, our teams are focused on outcomes not clock watching
* Valuable benefits – increase your income through salary packaging, up to $18,500 tax-free benefit is available, access to travel and expense reimbursement, dedicated IT to complete your role