Donor Relationship Manager

6 days ago

Melbourne, Australia Children First Foundation Full time

Donor Relationship Manager - transform lives & elevate your career

**Full-time | Melbourne-based | $115,000 + Super | Hybrid/Flexible Working**

Are you ready to take your fundraising career to the next level while making a profound difference in children's lives? Children First Foundation, a leading Australian charity, is expanding our team due to significant income growth and we want YOU to be part of our impactful journey

Why this role will transform your career

**Career-defining opportunity**: Join us at an exciting growth phase where you'll own meaningful donor relationships and directly contribute to our expansion plans. This isn't just another fundraising role - it's your chance to build something extraordinary.

**Life-changing impact**: Your work facilitates life-saving surgery for children from developing countries. Imagine the satisfaction of knowing your relationship-building skills are literally saving and transforming young lives.

**Professional growth**: Work alongside experienced fundraising professionals, with mentorship from seasoned experts and access to ongoing training. We're committed to investing in your development through our connections with leading fundraising training organisations.

**Dynamic environment**: Join our small, passionate team where fundraising is valued at the highest levels. You'll work with a fundraising-savvy CEO and report to an exceptionally experienced fundraiser and manager.

**Perfect work-life balance**: Enjoy fully flexible hybrid working arrangements in Melbourne while managing relationships with donors across Victoria.

What you'll do

As our Donor Relationship Manager, you'll cultivate and steward relationships with our major and mid-level donors, moving them along their philanthropic journey with us. You'll conduct face-to-face meetings, develop personalised cultivation strategies, make asks at the right times, lead bequest marketing initiatives, and help supporters become heroes in children's lives.

This is relationship fundraising at its finest - where your interpersonal skills and strategic thinking create lasting partnerships that fund life-changing surgery.

What we're looking for
- 5+ years of proven fundraising experience with a strong track record in donor cultivation
- Exceptional relationship-building and communication skills
- Experience with individual donor solicitation and stewardship
- Self-motivated professional who thrives in collaborative environments
- Passion for making a difference in children's lives
- CFRE certification and experience with mid-level/major donors highly regarded_

What we offer

**Competitive salary** of $115,000 + superannuation
**Flexible hybrid working** with full flexibility
**Professional development** and training opportunities
**Meaningful work** with direct, measurable impact
**Supportive team environment** where your contributions are valued
**Career advancement** in a growth-focused organisation

Ready to make your mark?

This is more than a job - it's your opportunity to combine career growth with meaningful impact. Join us in creating a brighter future for children in need while building the fundraising career you've always wanted.
- Children First Foundation is committed to child safety and equal opportunity employment._

Pay: $115,000.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Melbourne VIC 3000

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