Development Manager, Philanthropy Vic and Tas - Melbourne, Australia - Australian Wildlife Conservancy

Australian Wildlife Conservancy
Australian Wildlife Conservancy
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Melbourne, Australia

1 week ago

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About the role


We are seeking a skilled and highly motivated individual to join our growing Development (fundraising) team, as our _State Development Manager - VIC and TAS_.

Based in Victoria (preferably Melbourne), this role will suit a talented mid-career professional keen to make a positive impact on the future of Australia's threatened wildlife by mobilising philanthropic support, primarily from generous individuals.


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 supporters, writing winning philanthropic proposals, organising a program of city-based functions, and organising bespoke donor events with the support of our events team, 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).
  • Staff management skills, including:
  • Managing a Development Associate who is focused on a portfolio of mid and major donors.
  • Managing team budgets.
  • Informing and working to KPI's.
  • Fostering a positive work environment, a strong sense of purpose and team cohesion.
  • Experience engaging with high net worth individuals or with senior decisionmakers in the corporate or government sector.
  • Exceptional written skills and a proven ability to write compelling proposals, persuasive business cases and letters.
  • Outstanding presentation skills and a natural ability to inspire audiences of 1 to 100 in person, on the phone or via zoom.
  • Ability to successfully plan, coordinate and manage the delivery of complex functions and events, with the support of our Events team
  • Strong analytical skills and exceptional attention to detail.
  • A passion for the conservation of Australia's wildlife and habitats.
  • Excellent organisational skills, including managing complex projects and programs, juggling multiple priorities and meeting tight deadlines.
  • A willingness and ability to travel to capital cities and to AWC sanctuaries for extended periods.

Essential qualifications:

  • A tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline.
  • A valid driver's license.
Why You'll love working here


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Position Description :
StateTerritoryDevelopmentManagerVICTAS-2024


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Sector:
#Conservation_and_Environment
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