Philanthropy Executive Victoria and Tasmania
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Job Summary
Bush Heritage Australia are seeking a Philanthropy Executive - Victoria & Tasmania to join the Engagement team.
This is an exceptional opportunity to make a very real contribution to the protection of Australias unique wildlife and their habitat.
- Fantastic opportunity to work within a leading conservationorganisation.
- Located in Melbourne office located in Docklands (min 3 days per week in the office)
- $89 959 - $104952 plus 12% super
- Full time 2-year fixed term contract
About us
For over 30 years weve supported and protected some of the most fragile ecosystems across the continent and seen the impact of our science-based approach. We keep our eyes on the horizon and focus firmly on long-term landscape scale impact. As a national not-for-profit we want to continue to expand the areas we protect and deepen the impact we have. We work in partnership with Traditional Owners listening to and learning from the customs and cultures that came before us.
Togetherwe can heal and protect the bush now and into the future.
About the role
The Philanthropy Executive will develop and steward strong relationships with major donors and prospects in the allocated area and other locations within Australia directed by the Senior Philanthropy Executive. Occasional travel to other cities and to Bush Heritage reserves will be required.
This role includes working with members of the Engagement Team the Senior Leadership Team the Chief Executive Officer and Board members to identify and manage major donor relationships.
What youll need to succeed
- Demonstrated commitment to Bush Heritages vision and values.
- Excellent interpersonal and influencing skills with the demonstrated ability to build relationships to achieve specific outcomes.
- Some experience in major gift fundraising and solicitation of gifts (preferably with gifts greater than $100000) with experience in portfolio management and demonstrated competence in the preparation of proposals and reports.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills with demonstrated experience communicating to a diversity of audiences including major donors corporate representatives Board members senior staff and volunteers.
- Demonstrated proficiency in synthesising materials from multiple sources into a coherent and accurate summary.
- High level of computer literacy and proficiency with personal computers and online collaboration software including word processing spreadsheets presentations and customer relationship management systems.
- Availability to visit prospects and donors across the state and to accompany them on visits to Bush Heritage reserve properties as required.
- Full driving licence for cars. Able and willing to drive in regional and remote situations or willing to undertake necessary training.
What sets us apart
Great life-work balance: flexible work arrangements with hybrid working.
Access to 20 days personal leave per year 10 of these available from commencement of employment (pro-rated according to starting date). We also offer cultural leave reproductive health leave and gender transition leave.
EmployeePeer Groups for women LGBTQIA and neurodivergent employees as well as a social group for bird lovers.
Professional development activities including access to LinkedIn Learning.
Equitable 12 weeks paid leave to all parents irrespective of their role as primary or secondary carers.
Remote staff are supported through an education allowance for kids and additional annual leave.
Access to support and counselling via our Employee Assistance Program and free access to Headspace app.
- Brand newMelbourne office in Docklands with access to state-of-the-art end of trip facilities and a gym.
How to apply
To apply for this role simply fill in your personal details and answer the questions below. You will then be taken to a page to upload a copy of your CV. There is no need to attach a cover letter or separate document answering key selection criteria.
If you require further information please contact Linda Ball (Senior Philanthropy Executive) on
Bush Heritage Australia does not discriminate based on race religion sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or marital or parental status. Should you require a reasonable adjustment to be made for your application we would be more than happy to discuss how this could be arranged.
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We will be conducting interviews as we receive applications. Dont miss out! Apply now!
Applications close: Friday 9 January at 11:30pm AEST.
Key Skills
- Business Development
- Administration And Accounting
- Customer Service
- Annual Sales
- Revenue Growth
- Product Demonstrations
- Sales Meetings
- Account Management
- CRM
- Salesforce
- Customer Relationships
- Cold calls
- Business Relationships
- Sales Goals
- Prospective Customers
About Company
Bush Heritage Australia is a leading not-for-profit conservation organisation that protects ecosystems and wildlife across the continent. We use the best…
