Community Fundraising Specialist

1 week ago


Adelaide, South Australia Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia Full time
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  • Parental leave contract 12-14 months based in Adelaide.
  • Generous salary packaging benefits available

About Royal Flying Doctor Service South Australia & Northern Territory (RFDS SA/NT)

Australia's most trusted charity Royal Flying Doctor Service provides 24-hour emergency aeromedical and primary health care services to those who live, work and travel in rural and remote Australia.

Serving South Australia and the Northern Territory, the team at RFDS SA/NT exists to support happier and healthier Australians no matter where they live, work or play.

Watch stories about our people, patients and the communities we serve at

About this Opportunity


In collaboration with the Philanthropy and Engagement team, as the Community Fundraising Specialist, you will be responsible for managing and developing fundraising opportunities and activities with corporate partners & sponsors, businesses, individuals, and community groups across South Australia and the Northern Territory.

As the Community Fundraising Specialist, you will maintain external business relationships and develop offline and online strategies that increase donations to RFDS SA/NT from individuals, community groups, and businesses, conducting fundraising through their networks and communities.

This integral role specifically involves:

- Identifying opportunities to increase engagement and fundraising revenue streams from new and existing (third-party) community events.
- Representing RFDS SA/NT at (third-party) community events in both metropolitan and regional areas.
- Speaking to cross-sections of the community to strengthen relationships and enhance our profile and the general public's understanding of the role of RFDS SA/NT.

About You

You are:

- Able to work effectively and maintain relationships with a diverse range of people within the community.
- Well organised, with ability to demonstrate initiative, determine priorities and work with minimal supervision.
- Excellent at communicating via written and verbal methods.
- Able to deliver professional, effective presentations to corporate and community audiences.
- A creative problem-solver, with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines in line with time, cost, and quality requirements.

To be considered for the role you require:

- Tertiary qualifications in business, marketing, public relations (or similar) or demonstrated equivalent experience within the field.
- Current and valid drivers licence issued from an Australian State or Territory.
- Proven track record of achieving event fundraising targets.
- A high level of computer literacy utilising Microsoft Office, CRM Fundraising Software (Raiser's Edge) and online fundraising/crowdfunding platforms (such as Raisely, My Cause etc).
- Experience in the production of marketing and promotional materials.

Our Benefits


As part of our team, you can expect to be provided with challenging, interesting work and be supported to achieve your best. RFDS SA/NT offers a supportive environment where our people are valued, and professional development is encouraged.

In addition, we also offer:

- Free onsite parking
- Reward and Recognition program
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Values Awards
- Comprehensive orientation program for new starters
- Learning management system, and;
- Generous annual salary packaging options to reduce your taxable income including packaging up to $15,899 per year towards loans, rent and bills, and an additional $2,650 per year towards a Meal and Entertainment Card.

Further Information


To view the Position Description, please click here .

For a confidential discussion in relation to the position or the recruitment process, please contact Anthea Rice, Fundraising Manager via , or Emily Pickles, People and Culture Coordinator via

Please note, this opportunity is offered on a 12-14 month fixed-term contract to cover parental leave within the team.

Applications close at 11:59pm on Tuesday 18 June 2024.


Please note that we are unable to accept late applications, or applications submitted via email.

Please note that as part of RFDS SA/NT recruitment process, you may be subject to several pre-employment checks, including a national police clearance, Working with Children Clearance and drug and alcohol test. Please contact us if you would like to know more.

Please note, we reserve the right to appoint to the position before the published closing date. Interested applicants are encouraged to submit an application as early as possible

The Royal Flying Doctor Service is an equal opportunity employer that fosters a positive culture and offers a diverse, safe and supportive work environment. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants are encouraged to apply.

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