Development Associate - Perth, Australia - Australian Wildlife Conservancy
Description
Introduction:
About AWc:
Australian Wildlife Conservancy (AWC) is a global leader in conservation, providing hope for Australia's wildlife with a science-informed, land management partnership approach which delivers high impact results.
We protect endangered wildlife across 12.9 million hectares in iconic regions such as the Kimberley, Cape York, the Top End and Kati Thanda-Lake Eyre.
AWC's mission - to deliver effective conservation for all native animal species and their habitats - is achieved by:- Operations
- delivering effective large-scale land management including fire management, feral animal control, weed control and infrastructure management.
- Science delivering the largest national biological survey program with a focus on measuring the population of indicator species and the extent of threatening processes as well as conducting research on key issues such as feral cat control.
- Fundraising mobilising finance (primarily, tax deductible donations) from the general public and philanthropists including through effective communication of field updates from around the AWC estate.
About the role:
Our growing Perth-based Development team is currently in search of a skilled and motivated individual.
This role is ideal for an early-to mid-career professional with the talent and eagerness to enhance their experience and skills in Major Donor Fundraising.
The primary goal of this position is to generate philanthropic support, primarily from generous individuals, to support the conservation of Australia's endangered wildlife and make a positive impact on its future.
You'll be joining an extremely talented team of Development executives who are committed to raising funds to achieve great outcomes for conservation.
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 mid-to-major supporters, writing winning proposals, and the may have the opportunity to organise bespoke supporter events 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).
- Experience engaging with highnetworth individuals and with senior decisionmakers in the corporate or government sector.
- Outstanding presentation skills and a natural ability to inspire audiences of 1 to 100 in person, on the phone or via zoom.
- Excellent organisational skills, including managing complex events, juggling multiple priorities and meeting tight deadlines.
- A willingness and ability to travel to capital cities and to AWC sanctuaries for extended periods.
AWC's mission - to deliver effective conservation for all native animal species and their habitats - is achieved by close collaboration between our Operations, Science and Fundraising teams and this role plays a key part in promoting this approach to all team members.
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