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Major donor relationships manager

Melbourne
Australian Red Cross
Posted: 14 June
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* Melbourne based (flexible) + hybrid working
* Work for the world's largest humanitarian organisation

About Red Cross

Australian Red Cross is part of the world's largest humanitarian movement. We support and empower people and communities in times of vulnerability. We act for humanity.

About the role

As Senior Adviser – Philanthropic Giving, your focus will be to steward and grow relationships with high value philanthropic supporters, drive strategic value and secure both financial and non-financial support for Red Cross' work.

You will manage and develop a portfolio of relationships with philanthropic donors and supporters, bringing experience with success in relationship fundraising and delivery of campaigns/appeals, and a passion for the impact possible through high value philanthropy.

Day to day you will

* Identify, initiate, and cultivate relationships with high-capacity philanthropic supporters and stakeholders (including Major Donors, Private Ancillary Funds, Trusts/Foundations, philanthropic/financial intermediaries, and others) using research, insights and targeted networking.
* Secure a range of sustainable funding relationships, ensuring the achievement of annual income and other non-financial targets.
* Lead and/or support the development and execution of high-quality pitches, funding proposals and campaign/appeal activity.
* Provide strategic advice on funding and philanthropic sector trends and identify opportunities to ensure the organisation is well positioned to meet its business priorities.

What you will bring

* Relevant professional experience in philanthropy, securing major gifts, and developing and implementing effective donor journeys and experiences with a focus on revenue growth.
* Proven expertise in building a culture of philanthropy within an organisation and to enthusiastically and successfully engage in one-on-one solicitation and ongoing donor stewardship.
* Comprehensive technical knowledge of a wide range of philanthropic work, including proposal writing, solicitation and stewardship of donors, and potential supporter cultivation and research.
* A successful track record in executing on strategy, setting priorities, managing multiple projects and working effectively under pressure to achieve individual and organisational goals including financial targets
* Sound understanding of legal, financial and ethical issues related to philanthropic giving.

Benefits that act for you, while you act for humanity

Financial wellbeing: In addition to your salary, you can take advantage of salary packaging that could provide you with a great way to reduce the amount of tax you pay - and get more from your salary. You can salary package up to $15,900 for living expenses (such as rent, groceries, utility bills); up to $2,650 for holiday accommodation and meals when dining out; Novated car leases; superannuation and purchase additional annual leave.

Work/Life Flexibility: You can access flexible working arrangements, paid 'Me' day just for you and a wide range of other paid leave options

Further information

This role is covered by the Social, Community, Housing and Disability Award – Level 6. It requires full Australian working rights.

Applications close: 9am Monday 16th June – interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. We will be reviewing applications as they are received and may contact applicants before the closing date.

For any enquiries, please contact David Macdermott at dmacdermott@redcross.org.au – please note this is only for enquiries, all applications must be submitted through our website for consideration.

Thank you for considering a career at Red Cross. We also have great opportunities to volunteer. Click here to find out more.

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