Senior Fundraising Coordinator

Overview

Cancer Council SA's vision is for a cancer-free future. We are committed to reducing the rate and impact of cancer for all South Australians through prevention, research and support. This is a team effort, rooted in a proud 90-year history as SA's most trusted charity. Together, we can all play a part in reducing the impact of cancer.

About The Team

The Fundraising and Engagement area includes Cancer Council SA's fundraising, communication, prevention and advocacy, marketing, and customer experience teams. It ensures a strategic and coordinated approach to internal and external representation, enabling the organisation to meet objectives through strategy development, advocacy, brand positioning, fundraising and effective stakeholder relationships.

About The Role

Join us in leading some of South Australia's most iconic fundraising campaigns, including Daffodil Day and The Longest Day. As Senior Fundraising Events Coordinator, you will take the lead on planning and delivering peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns from start to finish, bringing together strategy, supporter engagement, and cross-functional collaboration to drive impact. You will manage budgets, timelines and relationships, ensuring each campaign meets its goals and provides a meaningful experience for the community.

This is a campaign management role with a strong focus on project delivery and stakeholder coordination. You will work closely with internal teams and national peers to localise campaign tactics, build effective supporter journeys, and use data-driven insights to grow participation and revenue.

You will also support other fundraising initiatives throughout the year, contributing to a calendar of events that raises vital funds for cancer research, prevention, and support services.

If you have delivered fundraising or marketing campaigns, enjoy managing moving parts, and are passionate about engaging the community to make a difference, this role is for you.

Key Accountabilities

• Contribute to campaign strategy, business cases and project plans in collaboration with the Fundraising Events Manager and national teams
• Lead and deliver campaigns on time and within budget using project management processes
• Work with other Cancer Council states to localise and optimise campaign tactics
• Coordinate internal and external stakeholders to deliver on project plans
• Build and manage relationships with campaign participants, partners and supporters
• Provide regular and timely reports on campaign performance locally and nationally
• Support budget planning and forecasting, and manage working budgets for campaigns
• Ensure all supporter touchpoints are aligned with campaign objectives and brand messaging
• Collaborate across teams to deliver integrated communications, promotions and stewardship activities
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by sharing insights and learnings

Skills and Experiences

About You

• Minimum 4 years of experience in a similar role in either the not-for-profit or corporate sector
• Proven ability to meet revenue targets and project manage major fundraising or marketing campaigns
• A self-starter who can identify and deliver growth opportunities with minimal supervision
• Experience in supporter engagement and journey design, from lead generation through to retention
• Skilled in developing or coordinating communication materials including email campaigns and direct mail
• Highly proficient in databases and CRM systems, with an ability to segment and interpret data
• Strong time management and organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills and ability to build strong relationships with a diverse range of people
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and confident managing digital assets and tools
• Outstanding communication skills, both written and verbal
• A team player who is solutions focused and driven by purpose
• Qualifications in marketing, communications, fundraising or business are highly regarded

The role is a fixed-term, backfilling parental leave role. We can offer flexibility in times and days to be worked.

About The Benefits

• Generous salary packaging options that can increase your take-home pay by paying certain expenses using pre-tax dollars
• Health and Wellbeing program including EAP, online wellness program, flu vaccinations and financial wellbeing sessions
• A balanced organisational approach to working from home and office
• Learning and development opportunities to enhance your career

How To Apply

For more information, please contact Claire Morris, Fundraising Events Manager on (08) 8291 4184 or email cmorris@cancersa.org.au. You can view the position description here.

Applications close 10.00pm, Sunday, 7 September 2025.

Cancer Council SA values diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive and safe workplace to volunteer and work. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and other diverse groups.

Cancer Council SA is also a foundation member of the Multicultural South Australia Ambassador Program and is committed to embedding the SA Multicultural Charter across our programs and services. As part of our recruitment process, candidates will undertake a National Police Check and may be required to undertake a medical assessment and/or DHS clearance. All employees and volunteers must be non-smokers and not use e-cigarettes at Cancer Council SA sites and are required to promote a healthy lifestyle and sun-smart attitude.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. If you require assistance with our recruitment process, please connect with the contact listed for this opportunity.

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