Community Fundraising Coordinator

Date published

15 Jul 2021

Applications close

15 Jul 2024

Location

Sydney

Job ID

329498

Community Fundraising Coordinator

Are you passionate about fundraising and philanthropy and have a strong digital background? This could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Classifications

  • Volunteer / Charity / Community
  • Fundraising
  • Permanent / Full Time

Key points

  • Generous salary packaging
  • Close to public transport
  • Iconic organisation

Description

The Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia (RFDS) is one of the largest and most comprehensive aeromedical organisations in the world. Using the latest in aviation, medical and communications technology, we deliver extensive health care and 24-hour emergency service to those who live in and travel through remote, rural and regional Australia.

This role is based in our Sydney Office in Surry Hills, the roles primary purpose is to coordinate fundraising and community engagement outcomes through the provision of positive relationship development. This role manages diverse projects including sponsored sporting events and building community partnerships. The ideal candidate will have a strong digital background with excellent interpersonal skills.

Essential Criteria for the Role
  • Passionate about fundraising and philanthropy
  • Exceptional telephone manner and customer service skills
  • Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills, enjoys building relationships
  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)
  • Excellent digital skills, experience of donation platforms such as Raisely, EveryDayHero
  • Proficiency in working with databases (Raisers Edge preferred)
  • Highly developed organisational and time management skills and can demonstrate the ability to effectively multi-task
  • Team player who is an energetic self-starter, positive with a friendly approach
Desirable Criteria for the Role
  • Experience in not-for-profit fundraising and events
  • Proficient understanding of Fundraising industry standards and regulatory requirements
Enquiries about the role should be directed via email to steve.yerbury@rfdsse.org.au

Please note only applications with the right to work in Australia and those with a cover letter will be considered. Please submit your cover letter outlining how your skills and experience reflecting the criteria above and a current resume which includes the name and contact numbers of two referees by Monday 2nd August 2021.

Any published closing dates are estimated, the RFDS SE aim to fill vacancies as quickly as possible. This means that we will close advert as soon as we have found the right candidate and this may be before the published closing date. We would therefore advise interested applicants to submit an application as early as possible.

The RFDS is an Equal opportunity Employer