Philanthropy Executive, Major Gifts

2 weeks ago

Sydney, Australia Beaumont People Full time

Full-time role, (open to 4-days / 0.8)
- Hybrid working
- North Beaches office, Warringah 2010
- Due to an internal move, WIRES are seeking a passionate, driven relationships focused salesperson for the role of Philanthropy Executive, Major Gifts_

**Philanthropy Executive - Major Gifts**
- Full-time role, (open to 4-days / 0.8)
- Hybrid working
- North Beaches office, Warringah 2010
- Major Gift role with huge potential for impact

**Who are WIRES?**
For 35 years, WIRES mission has been to
**actively rehabilitate and preserve Australian wildlife** and inspire others to do the same.

This well recognised brand works hard to provide essential wildlife rescue, care, and education services.

**The Team**
The team at WIRES are
**supportive and friendly**, the working environment is flexible and family-friendly. They offer
**hybrid working**, the team commits to working two days in their Northern Beaches office

**The Role - Philanthropy Executive - Major Gifts**
Major Gifts and grants have been identified as a
**key area for growth **for WIRES. Due to internal movement, there is now an opportunity for a
**passionate, driven relationships focussed** salesperson to join the team as the Philanthropy Executive - Major Gifts.

You will report to a
**supportive and nurturing** Philanthropy and Partnerships Manager, your responsibility is to
**acquire** new Major donors / PAFs and to
**cultivate existing donors **to deliver significant income growth. You will take ownership and be responsible for the growth of a major donor portfolio of in excess of $1m.

As a
**natural story-teller, **with a passion for native animals, your role will include
**building relationships** with existing and new donors through phone calls, meetings and events. This role has access to a warm database of previous donors with
**huge potential** to commit to substantial gifts.

You will work closely with colleagues across the wider Marketing and Fundraising Team, of almost 20 people, to
**create engaging propositions and proposals**, ensure coordinated activity and maximise opportunities for growth.

**Your skills & attributes**
- Excellent written & verbal and presentation skills
- Ability to build positive, long-lasting relationships with high net worth / philanthropic individuals
- Self-motivated - experience working in a financially target-driven role
- Experience using CRM systems, ensuring data integrity and input accuracy
- Demonstrated experience in writing detailed, creative documents/proposals / pitches
- Team player - collaborative & approachable
- Entrepreneurial & d proactive
- Passionate about animal welfare and improving outcomes for animals

**How to Apply**

For more information or a confidential discussion, please contact, Rebecca Robinson on 02 5629 7213 (Mon, Tues, Thurs & Fri). Applications will be reviewed regularly as there is no closing date for this role.
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