POSITIONS AVAILABLE

FUNDRAISING COORDINATOR SUNSHINE COAST

date: 21/06/2024

  • caloundra Sunshine coast QLD

  • 6 month short term contract

  • $45 per hour temp - 8 hours pwk

  • Fundraising - Community Services and Development

  • The role requires a relationship driven individual with prior experience in fundraising and building relationships with current and potential donors and stakeholders.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to spearhead our fundraising efforts. We are a small not-for-profit charity committed to making a difference in the lives of vulnerable women and their families. Join our team to make a meaningful impact by securing vital resources to help us grow our vision. If you’re passionate about fundraising and thrive in both a supportive team and can work at a high level autonomously, apply now to be part of this rewarding opportunity.

Required Qualifications & Experience

  1.  Proven Fundraising Success: Demonstrated experience in securing grants and achieving fundraising goals.

  2. Social Media Expertise: Proficient in managing, analyzing, and optimizing social media platforms for community engagement and fundraising initiatives.

  3. Relationship Building: Strong interpersonal skills to effectively cultivate and maintain relationships with donors and stakeholders.

  4. Compelling Communication: Excellent writing skills for crafting persuasive grant proposals, fundraising appeals, and donor communications.

  5. Organizational Excellence: Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to meet deadlines consistently.

  6. Creative Problem-Solving: Ability to think creatively and use initiative to develop innovative fundraising strategies.

Tasks & Responsibilities

  1. Donor and Sponsor Cultivation: Identify and nurture relationships with individual donors, corporate sponsors, and philanthropic foundations.

  2. Funding Research: Research and identify new funding opportunities, including grants, corporate partnerships, and major donors.

  3. Event and Campaign Management: Plan and execute fundraising events and online campaigns.

  4. Community Collaboration: Collaborate with local organizations and groups to build partnerships and enhance fundraising activities.

  5. Team Coordination: Coordinate fundraising activities with volunteers and team members.

  6. Technology Utilization: Leverage technology and social media to improve fundraising activities.

  7. Donor Record Management: Maintain complete and orderly records of donors, including acknowledgment letters, donor recognition, and ongoing communication.

  8. Team Engagement: Attend weekly team meetings and monthly reports to provide updates, report progress, and delegate tasks as needed.

Benefits

  • Hybrid Flexibility 

  • Flexible work hours 

  • Motivated and supportive team environment

 Employer Questions

Your application should address the following questions:

  1. Describe a successful fundraising campaign you managed. What strategies did you use, and what was the outcome?

  2. How do you identify and cultivate relationships with potential donors and sponsors? Provide examples of successful relationships you've developed.

  3. Explain your experience with grant writing. What approaches do you use to craft compelling proposals and secure funding?

  4. Discuss your familiarity with leveraging technology and social media for fundraising purposes. Can you provide specific examples where these tools enhanced your fundraising efforts?

  5. Describe a time when you had to coordinate a team or volunteers for a fundraising event. How did you ensure effective communication and collaboration, and what was the result?

To Apply: 

Applications will be reviewed continuously until the positions is filled. Please address the employer questions and submit your resume with references and a brief cover letter to:

Gaye James: info@esthersaustralia.com.au