Philanthropy Manager

Inner Brisbane location
- Established organisation & well regarded team
- Full-time, permanent position - open to 0.8 / 0.9
- Join this Queensland-based health charity and their well-regarded fundraising team in a newly created Philanthropy Manager role, focusing growing their current Major Gifts and Trusts & Foundations income_
- **Inner Brisbane location**:

- **Hybrid working, 2 days in the office**:

- **Established organisation & well-regarded team**:

- **Commitment to your Professional Development**:

- **Full-time, permanent position - will consider 0.8 / 0.9 hours.**

**The Organisation**

This well
- **established and reputable charity** provides information, care, and support to Queenslanders diagnosed with chronic disease and other progressive neurological conditions.

They are
**the leaders for information, education, treatment, care, and support** across Queensland. They also fundraise to
**support research** on a national level. Their vision is a world free from the devastating impact of this chronic disease.

This organisation truly
**has its people at its heart**, encouraging professional development and encouraging internal movement and promotions.

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**The Team**

This supportive and welcoming fundraising team of 12 people has been
**recognised for its incredible work** by the Fundraising Institute of Australia (FIA). Their awards and their achievements reflect how they embrace their values of
**commitment, collaboration, community, and respect** in their roles every day. You will join a passionate team committed and dedicated to creating positive change.

**The Role - Philanthropy Manager**

Reporting to the General Manager of Fundraising, the role of Philanthropy Manager is responsible for
**maximising philanthropic revenue** through Major Donors ($5000>) and Trusts and Foundations. You will also ensure increased revenue through grants, with external support.

You will
**take the lead **in driving their
**dedication to relationship fundraising** and ensure that they
**remain the best** at donor recognition and impact. As Philanthropy Manager you will embrace their commitment to their supporters ensuring their donors of all levels are treated with
**respect, honesty, and openness.**

You will be confident building solid
**relationships cross-team** to build strong case for support information and build relationships with researchers, support leaders, and those impacted directly by this disease.

This is a great opportunity to
**take an existing portfolio and lift it** to the next level using your
**strategic thinking** and experience in philanthropy.

**Responsibilities**
- Lead and implement the major gift fundraising strategy, fund research, capital, and supporter-funded programs
- Research, identity, cultivate, solicit, and implement best practice stewardship of relationships
- Work with the marketing team to develop engaging cases for support
- Build and steward relationships with Trusts and Foundations to improve income and inspire support
- Ensure the grant acquittal process is conducted in accordance with relevant guidelines
- In collaboration with Donor Development Manager support the delivery of Gift in Wills stewardship and engagement communications
- Track and report relationship management activity to achieve revenue goals
- Report on key program metrics to demonstrate program health, identify risks, and monitor relationship activity

**Your Skills & attributes**
- To fit this incredible team, you will need to be donor-centric and self-driven
- Demonstrated success in strengthening a major gift program through your relationships
- Exemplary interpersonal skills, listening, empathy, and diplomacy
- Confidence to inspire and engage through great story-telling skills
- Negotiation and problem-solving skills, comfortable with larger gift asks (up to $100k)
- Demonstrated high-level fundraising skills, including the ability to identify opportunities and implement innovative solutions
- Experience in using a fundraising CRM (Raiser’s Edge highly regarded

**Benefits**
- Hybrid and flexible working options (2 days in the office)
- Not-for-Profit salary packaging
- FIA Award Winning team
- Professional development options and pathways
- Ongoing leadership development

**How to Apply**

Don’t delay - a rare opportunity to lead a growing Philanthropy program with a wonderful team. Please send your resume through the ‘apply’ option.

For a confidential discussion please contact:

- Please note that a positive clearance to work from NDIS Worker Screening Unit will be essential to work in this organisation, this can be completed prior to commencement.