Philanthropy Manager

World class research facilities based in Randwick, Sydney 2031
- Full time, 4 days per week or 9-day fortnight
- Hybrid working (Monday + 1 other day in the office at present)
- Seeking an experienced Philanthropy Manager with experience secure large gifts to join this leading independent medical research institute_
- **World-class research facilities based in Randwick, Sydney 2031**:

- **Full-time, 4 days per week or 9-day fortnight**:

- **Hybrid working 3 days WFH / 2 days in the office (Monday + 1 other)**:

- **Strategic & creative relationship role**:

- **Mentor an existing Fundraising Officer**

**The Organisation**
As a leader in brain and nervous system research,
**Neuroscience Research Australia's**
**(NeuRA)** goal is to prevent, treat and cure brain and nervous system diseases, disorders, and injuries through medical research.

**Celebrating 30 years** of impact this year, NeuRA’s work is more critical than ever and has provided new insights into neurological and mental health conditions, including dementia, pain, schizophrenia and more.

**The Role - Philanthropy Manager**
The role is an
**outward-facing relationship role **with the clear
**objective of increasing income** through identifying and acquiring
**high-net-worth donors and trusts and foundations.**

As Philanthropy Manager, you will work closely with the Foundation Director, CEO and Foundation Board Directors to
**meet strategic objectives** and develop strong donor relationships and networks.

The current Major Gifts portfolio generates
**$3 million+** for the organisation. You'll use your expertise to
**steward, strengthen, and grow**
**relationships** with the existing portfolio (approx. 100), as well as cultivating new relationships with potential donors.

You will work closely with NeuRA researchers in the
**development of compelling proposals** and in the
**acquisition** and stewardship of supporters.

You will develop and manage a Fundraising Officer, who is responsible for the scholarship and bequest programs and event coordination.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Identify, cultivate & secure major donor prospects, trusts & foundations & donor networks
- Develop donor communication plans & progress reports
- Drive & develop a culture of philanthropy across the Institute including training researchers in best-practice donor relations
- With the support of the Fundraising Officer, run prospect & donor events
- Ensure effective use of the CRM (RE NXT)

**Your Skill & Attributes**
- Demonstrated success in a professional relationship fundraising role
- Ability to build & sustain strong relationships with high-net-worth individuals
- A creative thinker who can be resourceful in your approach
- Professional with the gravitas and confidence to represent a premium brand
- Passionate about the importance of medical research
- Excellent influencing skills
- Outstanding written & verbal communication skills
- Ability to self-manage, prioritise multiple deadlines & work independently
- Confident using a CRM effectively
- Please note to be employed in this role you will need a min. of 2 Covid19 vaccinations & existing working rights for Australia

If you are seeking a role where you can
**make your mark**, drive and grow a Philanthropy program, whilst c
**ontributing to the advancement of science,** medicine, and public health policy to change the health future of our communities, then this is the role for you

**How To Apply**
- Beaumont Not for Profit has been contracted to recruit this role. Beaumont NFP is a non-profit service specialising in delivering unparalleled permanent and temporary recruitment and consultancy solutions to the Not-for-profit sector on a Not-for-Profit basis._