• $108,195 + up to 17% Superannuation
• Salary packaging of up to $18,500 p.a.
• Full-time, Ongoing
• Additional leave days

The Role

The Fundraising and Donor Relations Lead, reporting to the Head of Philanthropy, manages and oversees the broader fundraising function with a focus on standard and mid-value donor portfolios.

This role is responsible for developing and executing multichannel fundraising strategies, including appeals, regular giving programs, and comprehensive donor engagement initiatives. The Lead will design and track tailored donor journeys, ensuring each donor’s experience is optimised to enhance long-term relationships.

The Fundraising and Donor Relation Lead will guide the creation and implementation of multichannel strategies, encompassing each stage of the donor journey including identification, qualification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of standard and mid value donors and prospects. The position requires proficiency in data analysis and CRM systems for reporting donor activities and financial reconciliation.

A strategic thinker and strong communicator with the ability to build and maintain relationships with donors and stakeholders, the Fundraising and Donor Relations Lead will play a pivotal role in driving fundraising success and supporting the broader philanthropy team.

Key Responsibilities

The candidate will be responsible for:

• Developing and implementing multichannel fundraising strategies to engage standard and mid-value donors, including appeals, regular giving programs, and donor stewardship initiatives.
• Creating and tracking personalized donor journeys to enhance engagement and retention, ensuring tailored experiences that foster long-term relationships.
• Managing and growing a mid-value donor portfolio, focusing on gift cultivation, solicitation, and moves management to optimize donor involvement and contributions.
• Coordinating and executing fundraising appeals, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and strategies.
• Supervising the Senior Donor Relations Advisor, providing guidance to effectively manage donor relationships and fundraising activities.
• Collaborating with the Head of Philanthropy and other stakeholders to align fundraising strategies with organizational priorities and funding needs.
• Using data analysis and CRM systems to track donor activities, report on performance, and ensure accurate gift processing and financial reconciliation.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with donors, key stakeholders, and executives, providing regular updates on fundraising progress and organizational impact.
• Supporting the creation of clear, consistent donor communications that align with fundraising strategies and strengthen donor engagement.
• Monitoring and evaluating fundraising campaigns, identifying areas for improvement and recommending data-driven enhancements for future efforts.
• Ensuring compliance with fundraising regulations and best practices, upholding high standards of donor care and ethical conduct.
• Managing administrative tasks related to fundraising activities, including budget tracking, scheduling, and reporting to senior leadership.
• Building and managing a pipeline of mid value prospects and donors to generate philanthropic income, nurturing relationships and securing long-term support.

Detailed information and key responsibilities are available from the Position Description. 

The role attracts an annual salary offer of $108,195 (Professional Staff level 8), commensurate with experience.

About you:

The successful candidate will have:

• Proven experience in fundraising within the not-for-profit sector, specializing in developing and executing multichannel strategies to engage standard and mid-value donor audiences.
• Strong ability to manage and execute multichannel fundraising campaigns, including regular giving programs, appeals, and donor stewardship initiatives.
• Expertise in donor moves management, including the design and implementation of personalized engagement strategies to maximize donor involvement and retention.
• Solid experience collaborating with donors, key stakeholders, and executives, with a clear understanding of organizational funding priorities and the ability to align strategies accordingly.
• Exceptional analytical and decision-making skills, using data-driven insights to optimize fundraising strategies and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Knowledge of medical research fundraising and the scientific community, with a strong understanding of the philanthropic impact on research.
• Experience in crafting donor communications that are aligned with fundraising strategies, reinforcing the organization’s goals and impact.
• Ability to assess and refine fundraising campaigns based on performance data, implementing adjustments for continuous improvements.

How to Apply

If you feel this role is right for you, please apply (link to the application button) with a Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience and your Resume. Please note that you are not required to respond to the selection criteria in the Position Description.

Applications are to be submitted by 5pm on Sunday 6th April. 

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. You may also be asked to consent to a criminal record check.

Working at the Florey:

With a 50-year history, the Florey is the largest brain research centre in the Southern Hemisphere, with teams of researchers dedicated to building knowledge on a range of neurological and psychiatric conditions.  https://florey.edu.au/our-research/impact/

Our reputation for innovative research and our position as the leading brain research institute in the Southern Hemisphere attracts the best and brightest.

The Florey is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.

We also provide flexible leave entitlements including purchased leave, gender affirmation leave, ceremonial leave along with additional non-gazetted Florey holidays.

Learn more about working at the Florey at https://florey.edu.au/careers-and-study/working-at-the-florey/

For enquiries, please contact our People and Culture Team on employment@florey.edu.au.