The Organisation

The Australian Marine Conservation Society (AMCS) is the voice for Australia’s ocean. We are Australia’s leading ocean conservation organisation and one of the founding members of Australia’s conservation movement.

We are a community of ocean and coastal lovers across the nation, working to protect our precious marine wildlife and secure healthy seas. As an independent charity, our team of expert advocates and campaigners works daily to safeguard Australia’s ocean and coasts.

Find out more about us here https://www.marineconservation.org.au/about/ 

• Location: Brisbane (Meanjin) other locations also considered for the right candidate
• Employment type: Permanent Full Time commencing as soon as possible
• Hours: Full-time, 38 hours per week (1.0 FTE), with flexibility to consider part-time (0.8 FTE, 30.4 hours per week).
• Salary: $88 809 - $101 607 per annum (full-time equivalent), pro rata for part-time, plus superannuation (12.5%). Level 4 AMCS Classification, Aligned with Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services Industry Award 2010.

The Opportunity

As our Fundraising Appeals & Acquisition Specialist, you’ll lead the development and delivery of donor acquisition campaigns that fuel our mission. The role develops a direct mail plan and works closely with the broader fundraising team and external agencies to deliver a multi-channel approach. You’ll combine creativity, data and strategy to bring new supporters into the movement to fund our critical work – taking action on the big issues facing our oceans.

What you’ll bring

• Relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in marketing/ fundraising (desirable)

• 2- 5 years experience in direct mail.
• Proven expertise in multi-channel donor acquisition (direct mail, digital), including copywriting, data management, and ROI analysis.
• Strong project management skills, with experience coordinating agencies, printers, and suppliers.
• High-level stakeholder engagement and mentoring experience.
  Knowledge of CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce), compliance (FIA Code, legislation), and ethical fundraising.
• Commitment to upholding AMCS’ values and a passion for protecting our oceans and marine life.

Apply

Click "Apply Now". Applications should include a CV and a brief cover letter (2-page max) outlining your relevant experience and how your experience aligns with the selection criteria. Applications should be submitted no later than 5 pm AEST on the advertised closing date.

AMCS is a non-partisan organisation committed to providing equal employment opportunities and building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQA+ people, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Applicants must have the right to live and work in Australia, including Australian or New Zealand citizenship, permanent residency, or hold a valid visa with ongoing work rights.

For any enquiries about this position, contact us at [email protected] using the subject line: Fundraising Appeals and Acquisitions Specialist enquiry via EthicalJobs.