Fundraising Manager
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Job Summary
FUNDRAISING MANAGER
Join a First Nationsled organisation creating community-driven change
- Drive sustainable fundraising that backs First Peoples aspirations
- Lead individual giving appeals and digital fundraising
- Full-time 12-month fixed-term contract
- Canberra-based Flexible working arrangements
About Community First Development
Community First Development is a First Nationsled community development and research organisation supporting communities to lead their own change. We partner with First Nations communities businesses and people to deliver social and economic development grounded in trust cultural strength and long-term impact.
Guided by First Peoples Ways Invitation Only Working at the Speed of Trust and Future Generations we back community-led solutions where communities set priorities and lead the path forward.
We are committed to an inclusive diverse and equitable workplace and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and people from all backgrounds.
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity to lead fundraising for a values-driven First Nationsled organisation making meaningful long-term change.
Reporting to the General Manager Supporter Engagement the Fundraising Manager is responsible for delivering sustainable revenue growth across individual giving annual appeals and digital fundraising. You will lead donor acquisition retention and stewardship ensuring all fundraising activity is donor-centred culturally appropriate and aligned with Community First Developments community-led approach.
In this role you will:
- Lead the planning and delivery of annual fundraising plans and budgets
- Drive income growth across individual giving appeals and digital channels
- Build and manage the donor pipeline from acquisition to long-term stewardship
- Monitor performance manage budgets and report to leadership and the Board
- Ensure fundraising is ethical culturally responsive and values-aligned
About You
You are a strategic and hands-on fundraising professional who thrives in a collaborative purpose-led environment.
You will bring:
- Proven success delivering multi-channel fundraising programs including digital and appeals
- Experience building and managing donor pipelines from acquisition to retention
- Strong relationship management and communication skills
- Experience managing budgets forecasting and performance reporting
- Confidence using CRM systems and digital fundraising tools
- A proactive adaptable and solutions-focused approach
- Alignment with Community First Developments values and community-led ethos
Desirable:
- Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities or Indigenous-led organisations
- Understanding of culturally responsive fundraising and ethical storytelling
Why Join Us
- Work with a First Nationsled organisation committed to self-determination and long-term impact
- Flexible working arrangements supporting worklife balance
- A collaborative respectful and values-driven workplace
- The opportunity to make a real difference alongside committed colleagues and communities
How to Apply
Please submit your CV and a statement (maximum two pages) addressing the Core Criteria outlined in the Position Description.
For a confidential discussion or further information please contact Kathy Farrell at
Applications close Friday 6 February 2026: 5:00 pm Screening and interviews may commence prior to the closing date.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Organizational Management
- Marketing
- Public Relations
- Organizational skills
- Fundraising
- Pardot
- Cold Calling
- Constant Contact
- Salesforce
- Relationship Management
- Social Media Management
- Grant Writing
