Community Fundraising Manager

7 months ago

Melbourne, Australia Muscular Dystrophy Australia Full time

About the role

Community Fundraising Manager
Permanent full time (1 EFT) 37.5 hours per week

Muscular Dystrophy Australia (MDA) is a registered charity and NDIS provider, and is the one stop shop for information, services, support, and research for people including children, living with one of over 60 different types of neuromuscular conditions.

We have an amazing and active community that inspires us daily. Community fundraising is central to MDA and provides a way for people and companies to engage and contribute to our mission.

The Community Fundraising Manager is responsible for devising, managing, and delivering national, peer to peer and state-based fundraising activities and events. This role is based in North Melbourne and reports into the CEO and will also work closely with Marketing and Communications.

MDA Community Fundraising Manager role offers:

- Work with a dedicated and professional team.
- Full time permanent role.
- Competitive salary and not for profit salary packaging available.
- Collaborative team and fun working environment.
- Supportive workplace culture respectful of work/life balance.
- Position Overview:
- Manage, lead, and grow MDA’s national fundraising community to raise funds and awareness towards achieving our mission.
- Engage and support peer-to-peer/third-party community fundraisers with their events and campaigns, and champion their efforts and results.
- Develop and manage community stakeholder relationships including sporting and corporate sponsors and ambassadors.
- Event management of our two flagship events - Run for Strength (March) and Superhero week (September).
- Community engagement and communications across channels.
- Improve processes and automation for an optimal community experience.

Skills required:
You will have: three to five years of experience in community fundraising; be adept at using tools and methods when fundraising and communicating to stakeholders; and be able to show a commitment to supporting our mission.
- Ability to manage high-level relationships across a diverse range of stakeholders.
- Proficiency in the use of fundraising platforms including Raisely.
- Sound organizational skills and a willingness to improve efficient and effective ways to conduct community fundraising and events.
- An understanding of community engagement and communications including social media and digital marketing practices.
- Excellent proposal writing skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with demonstrated ability.
- An ability to analyse, data to find actionable insights to assist with future campaigns and events.
- Excellent IT knowledge, familiar with CRM’s, Salesforce, Campaign Monitor, Microsoft suite, WordPress or similar
- Desire and ability to work as part of a small team with responsibility for your own program/s and targets.

Primary objectives of the role:
The position is responsible for delivering an agreed and achievable annual fundraising target and manage and promote our annual national community fundraising campaign schedule. Internal support from Marketing/Communications and CEO. This will be delivered through:

- Community fundraising - (60 per cent of role)_
- Management of community fundraising events including the annual Run for Strength held each February/March and Superhero week in September.
- Manage our popular Harley Davidson raffles (March/August) and develop exciting new approaches to refresh our raffles.
- Manage peer to peer/third party fundraising and establish processes and automation for seamless user experience.
- Manage appeals (2 per year - EOFY and Christmas appeal)
- Support fundraisers in their third-party fundraising efforts (funneled through our website and socials), including promoting peer-to-peer fundraising opportunities to clients, corporate partners and employees and donors.
- Monitor trends via data analytics and segmentation across the Salesforce CRM
- Contribute to the development and delivery of community fundraising and events strategies.
- Actively seek new opportunities for MDA to fundraise in the community including but not limited to events, giving days, partnerships, on-product promotions.
- Ensure fundraisers at all levels are warmly and effectively supported and thanked for their efforts.
- Budget management and reporting.
- Corporate Partnerships and sponsorships (20 per cent of role)_
Working with the CEO:
- Secure and maintaining corporate partnerships; partnership packages and sponsorship approaches.
- Oversee the creation of partnership packages and sponsorship approaches based on both their needs and MDA’s program goals.
- Responsible for ensuring effective stakeholder management of partners to deliver mutually beneficial outcomes.
- Communications (20 per cent of role)_
Working in collaboration with our Marketing Communications Manager:
- Establish and maintain a community communications framework and annual communications calendar, including socials.
- Develop com

  • Community Fundraising

    2 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia CF Together Full time

    About the role THE ROLE The Community Fundraising & Events Manager is an integral role in the Fundraising & Partnerships team, responsible for securing funds and growing revenue via community fundraising and events (both in-house and third party). This position is critical in ensuring the growth of CF Together by broadening and strengthening our...

  • Community Fundraising Coordinator

    4 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Australia Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre Full time

    Location: Melbourne | CBD Job type: Fixed term - Part time Organisation: Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre **Salary**: $74,448 - $80,000 Occupation: Community Services Reference: 4987 - At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new...

  • Fundraising and Communications Strategist

    3 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Six Degrees Executive Full time

    About Kids Under Cover:We are a non-profit organisation dedicated to preventing and ending youth homelessness. Our mission is to provide stable, secure accommodation and scholarships to vulnerable young people aged 12-25.The Head of Fundraising and Communications will play a crucial role in driving our fundraising efforts and enhancing our profile. The...

  • Fundraising and Communications Leader

    4 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Six Degrees Executive Full time

    About the CompanyKids Under Cover is a non-profit organisation dedicated to preventing youth homelessness. Since 1989, we have supported vulnerable young people by providing accommodation and scholarships.SalaryWe offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.About the RoleThe Head of Fundraising and Communications will provide...

  • Fundraising Manager

    8 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Beaumont People Full time

    Grow and develop fundraising tactics and systems - Based in Melbourne or Sydney - Flexible hybrid environment, opportunity to work part-time or full time **About the Role**: Reporting to the Head of Fundraising & Development, the Fundraising Manager will shape and implement the fundraising strategy and lead the donor journey across multiple fundraising...

  • Strategic Community Fundraising and Development Manager

    3 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Michael Page Full time

    Unlock Your Potential as a Community Fundraising SpecialistA competitive hourly rate of $40-$60 per hour, flexible working arrangements, and the opportunity to work in Melbourne's CBD make this role an attractive prospect for those looking to advance their careers in community fundraising and marketing.About Our ClientOur client is a leading not-for-profit...

  • Community and Events Fundraising Specialist

    6 months ago

    South Melbourne, Australia fibreHR Full time

    Fight Cancer Foundation is a national charity committed to supporting individuals and families affected by cancer. Our mission includes providing essential support services, funding critical cancer research, and offering accommodation for patients undergoing life-saving treatments. Established in 1989 as the Bone Marrow Donor Institute, we've expanded our...

  • Insights Analyst

    3 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Heart Foundation Full time

    **9** **Sep** **Insights Analyst (Community Fundraising)****: Melbourne, Flexible - any capital city - **Full time, permanent opportunity, with hybrid working arrangements.**: - **Generous salary sacrificing, increasing your take-home pay**: - ** Work from any of our offices across Australia.** **Could you be our next Heart Hero?** **About us** For...

  • Community Fundraising and Marketing Professional

    3 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Michael Page Full time

    About Our ClientOur client is a leading Non-Profit Organisation within the healthcare sector, offering specialised services across various sectors in Australia. With a team of inclusive and like-minded individuals, your role as Community Fundraising and Marketing Specialist will be to create innovative campaigns and initiatives for members and external...

  • Community Fundraising and Marketing Specialist

    1 month ago

    Melbourne, Australia Michael Page Full time

    Work for a supportive, inclusive and mission driven organisation. Competitive rate with flexible working arrangements.About Our ClientOur client is a leading NFP within the health care space, offering specialised services across various sectors in Australia. With a team of inclusive and like-minded indidivuslas, your role as Community Fundraising and...

  • Community Fundraising and Marketing Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Australia Michael Page Full time

    Work for a supportive, inclusive and mission driven organisation.About Our ClientOur client is a leading NFP within the health care space, offering specialised services across various sectors in Australia. With a team of inclusive and like-minded indidivuslas, your role as Community Fundraising and Marketing Specialist will be to creative exciting campaigns...

  • Fundraising Manager

    6 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Six Degrees Executive Full time

    Location: - Melbourne- Job Type: - Permanent- Salary: - $110000 - $120000 per annum- Contact: - Georgie Keating- Join a national military charity which provides financial support to current and ex-serving members of the Australian Defence Force._ **About the company** Bravery Trust is a national military charity which provides current and ex-serving members...

  • Senior Fundraising and Communications Director

    4 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Six Degrees Executive Full time

    About the RoleAs a key member of the Senior Management Team, you will provide strategic leadership and direction for our Fundraising and Communications portfolios. Your primary focus will be on developing and implementing a long-term strategy to drive sustainable growth across all income streams, while enhancing the profile and impact of Kids Under Cover.Key...

  • Fundraising Officer

    6 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Doctors for the Environment Australia Full time

    About the role This is a short term contract position with the strong possibility of extension. As the Fundraising Officer, your key objective will be to grow DEA’s fundraising income and deliver excellent donor experiences. You will develop and implement fundraising programs to acquire, retain and upgrade new donors, and retain and upgrade existing...

  • Independent Contractor

    6 months ago

    Melbourne, Australia Omni Fundraising Full time

    Job Opportunity: Independent Contractor for Door-to-Door and Events Campaigns** Are you looking to boost your income with less hassle and more impact? Nexus Fundraising seeks motivated Independent Contractors to join our dynamic team for door-to-door and events campaigns. Work with renowned charity clients and make a real difference while earning...

  • Fundraising Strategist

    3 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Michael Page Full time

    Individual Giving ManagerWe are seeking a highly skilled Individual Giving Manager to join our team at Michael Page.About the RoleThis is an exciting opportunity to make a direct impact in delivering services and support to those in need. As the Individual Giving Manager, you will play a critical role in expanding our individual donor base and developing...

  • Senior Fundraising Strategist

    4 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Gembridge Full time

    About Jesuit Social ServicesJesuit Social Services is a leading social change organisation dedicated to building a just society where all individuals can thrive. With a strong commitment to advocacy and policy development, the organisation has been serving some of the most disadvantaged communities since 1977.The Strategic Communications and Engagement team...

  • Fundraising Development Specialist

    4 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Gembridge Full time

    About Jesuit Social ServicesJesuit Social Services is a leading social change organisation dedicated to building a just society where all people can live to their full potential. With a strong focus on advocacy and policy development, the organisation has been serving some of the most disadvantaged communities since 1977.Our MissionWe aim to make a positive...

  • Development Fundraising Specialist

    3 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Gembridge Full time

    About the RoleWe are seeking a skilled Development Fundraising Specialist to join our team and drive transformative change for Indigenous communities.Job SummaryThis is a part-time opportunity, approximately 0.8 FTE, based in Melbourne with flexible hybrid options.The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a portfolio of existing and new major...

  • Indigenous Fundraising Leader

    4 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Gembridge Full time

    Transformative Change for Indigenous CommunitiesThe Karrkad Kanjdji Trust is a leading organization dedicated to addressing some of Australia's most pressing issues, including environmental regeneration, climate action, and supporting the continuation of the world's oldest living culture.Job SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Philanthropy Manager to join...