Fundraising Manager

WHO WE ARE?

The Rev. Bill Crews Foundation is one of Sydney's most respected frontline charities, providing hope, care, and practical support to those doing it tough for nearly 40 years.

Our mission is simple but powerful, to tackle the causes and impacts of homelessness, poverty, and disadvantage. Every day, we serve thousands through free meals, healthcare, social support, and education programs, restoring dignity and creating real change in our community.

THE ROLE

We're searching for a passionate and strategic Fundraising Manager to join our mission-driven team full-time.

In this pivotal role, you'll inspire generosity, strengthen donor relationships, and deliver creative fundraising campaigns that directly support people in need. This is your chance to use your skills and heart to make a tangible difference, every single day.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer, you will:

• Develop and deliver multi-channel fundraising strategies to attract, engage, and retain donors.
• Plan, manage, and evaluate direct mail and digital fundraising campaigns.
• Lead and grow our regular giving and bequest programs.
• Build and nurture meaningful relationships with donors and supporters, keeping them connected to their impact.
• Collaborate across teams and with external partners to deliver high-quality, on-time campaigns.
• Analyse results and use insights to refine strategies, monitor KPIs, and report on outcomes.
• Maintain data integrity and donor information in Salesforce CRM.

WHAT WE"RE LOOKING FOR

You're an energetic, relationship-driven fundraising professional who loves turning ideas into impact. You'll bring:

• Tertiary qualifications in communications, marketing, fundraising, or related discipline (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years' experience in fundraising with proven success in direct mail, digital, and donor retention campaigns.
• Experience with regular giving and/or bequests (highly desirable).
• Exceptional communication and copywriting skills, with a warm, donor-centric tone.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple campaigns with confidence.
• Data-driven mindset with experience in CRM systems (ideally Salesforce).
• A creative, proactive, and results-focused approach.

WHY JOIN US?

At The Rev. Bill Crews Foundation, you'll be part of something bigger, a compassionate community where your work truly matters.

We offer:

• The opportunity to create meaningful, lasting impact every day.
• Supportive, purpose-driven team culture that values collaboration and heart.
• Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Health and wellbeing perks through WHEREFIT.
• Convenient Ashfield location, close to public transport with free off-street parking.

This isn't just another fundraising role, it's a chance to use your expertise to help change lives.

If you are looking to work for an organisation that is truly making a difference in the community, one person at a time, please click Apply Now to submit your application.

Bill Crews Charitable Trust and the Exodus Foundation are separate but closely cooperating entities. Together, they deliver services and programs under the Rev. Bill Crews Foundation brand name, working to support those in need.

All Bill Crews Foundation employees are required to have completed at least three (3) COVID-19 vaccinations, including booster doses approved by the Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). Proof of COVID-19 vaccination status will be required prior to commencing employment.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia. The successful candidate will also need to complete and provide a Working With Children Check, Police Check and First Aid Certificate as part of the employment process.

Please Note: This position is managed directly by the BCF People and Culture team. While we value the interest of recruitment agencies and external businesses, we are not seeking third-party support for this role at this time.

The Rev. Bill Crews Foundation provides direct assistance to address the cause and effect of homelessness, poverty and disadvantage. We succeed in achieving this through caring services including food provision, social welfare and education support.