Head of Donor Engagement
1 day ago
About the role
- Lead people, projects and strategic growth
- Focus on donor acquisition, appeals, communication and data
- Flexible, collaborative and supportive team environment
Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. They provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.
Their vision is clear - GREAT CARE, EVERYWHERE, EVERY TIME.
The Eastern Health Foundation’s goal is to give their supporters opportunities to be part of a community that is committed to providing patients and their families with the best possible care and outcomes. Some supporters are grateful patients and their families. Others are companies, schools, community groups, trusts and foundations.
Reporting to the Foundation Director, the Head of Donor Engagement is responsible for the strategic development and implementation of mass donor communication including acquisition, appeals, mass communication and data development. You will develop and implement annual fundraising programs to acquire, retain and upgrade new donors, and retain and upgrade existing donors. Key fundraising programs the position is responsible for include Individual Giving, Regular Giving, Foundation website and Grateful Patient programs. Leading a small team, you will oversee communications, database management and analysis, data entry / banking and administration. As a key member of the fundraising leadership team, you will collaborate with other Fundraising Managers and appointed consultants to achieve goals, financial targets and impact.
About YOU
- Demonstration of strategic fundraising experience, with experience and proven success in Direct Marketing fundraising (especially in integrated Appeals and Regular Giving)
- Experience in managing staff, and creating an inclusive and high performing team culture
- Experience in leading continuous improvement of donor engagement, stewardship and development -Strong quantitative and analytical skills, together with budgeting and financial modelling
- Sound knowledge of fundraising legislation, practices and philosophy of charitable giving
- Sound knowledge of databases (preferably fundraising databases and salesforce)
- Excellent communication, collaboration and negotiation skills -Project management skills, and ability to meet demanding time lines and expectations
- Education, training and/or relevant experience equivalent to completion of a postgraduate degree with at least five years management experience in business development or fundraising.
- CFRE (Certified Fund Raising Executive) and FIA membership highly regarded. -Alignment to Eastern Health’s values - Patients First, Kindness, Excellence, Agility and Humility.
Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic employee benefits, including diverse and engaging career opportunities, a friendly and supportive team, flexible working hours, professional development opportunities, and salary packaging options.
if you are a motivated fundraising leader with expertise in donor journeys, communications, engagement and data management, plus a commitment to continuous improvement and quality healthcare.
Gembridge is partnering with Eastern Health Foundation.
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Profession: #Fundraising
Sector: #Health_-_Hospitals_and_Medical_Centres
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