Gifts in Wills Specialist

Established Bequests and Estates Program
- Promote the value of leaving a Gift in Will for future generations
- Attractive salary packaging & superannuation options

**About QIMR Berghofer**:
QIMR Berghofer is a world-leading translational medical research institute focused on improving health by developing new diagnostics, better treatments and prevention strategies, specifically in the areas of Cancer, Infection and Inflammation, Mental Health and Neuroscience, and Population Health. Based in Herston, Brisbane and working in close collaboration with clinicians and other research institutes, QIMR Berghofer is home to more than 600 scientists, students and non-research staff.

**About The Corporate Affairs and Fundraising Department**:
This position is within the Corporate Affairs and Fundraising Department (CAF), reporting directly to the Fundraising and Philanthropy Manager. CAF is responsible for generating fundraising revenue to support QIMR Berghofer's research programs and protecting and strengthening the Institute's reputation for research excellence.

**Role Purpose / Responsibilities**:
Applications are invited for an experienced Fundraising professional to lead and manage the Bequests and Estates Program (including the Bancroft Society) and Program staff. You will create ethical, genuine relationships with confirmed and prospective bequestors and their families. You will develop and implement strategic programs designed to promote the benefits and value of leaving a Gift in a Will to support the future of medical research at the Institute. All while respecting and honouring the life and the gift of the Bequestor. You will work within the Fundraising and Philanthropy team; a professional a busy team responsible for the Institute's donor development and stewardship.

Please refer to the Position Description for a complete list of the key duties and responsibilities.

**About you**:
To be successful for this role, you should be able to demonstrate success in managing a bequest or fundraising program and possess the skills and experience directly transferable to a bequest program, including a record of achieving or exceeding financial and non-financial targets. You will need exceptionally high emotional intelligence and communication skills. You should also be someone who is confident and articulate with a mature and sensitive approach, able to communicate with warmth, compassion and respect. You should be able to demonstrate strong management skills, including the ability to initiate projects, think strategically, work independently, build consensus among team members, manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.

**Remuneration**:Salary range is $93,157 to $101,348 p.a. plus super and salary packaging. This is a full-time appointment for 3 years.

**Closing Date**:Friday 26 August

**What we offer**:

- Salary Packaging
- Bonus Superannuation
- State of the art facilities
- Stimulating work setting focussed on cutting edge medical research
- Supportive/collaborative team environment
- Parental Leave Provisions