Role

The non-profit organisation Next25 is seeking a Fundraising Manager to become a pivotal part of our External Engagement team, working closely with our Director of Programs to expand our fundraising and income-generation capacity and success. The Fundraising Manager’s key roles will be to:

• Identify new fundraising opportunities – including philanthropy, crowdfunding, sponsorships, and partnerships 
• Identify opportunities to sell our products and services 
• Write applications and acquittals 
• Manage our CRM and the administration of the above

 The Fundraising Manager will work closely with our External Engagement team, which currently comprises the Director of Programs, Senior Advisor Communications, Communications Officer, and the Executive Director. 

At Next25, fundraising staff work closely with our program staff to ensure the funding we receive supports our work in the most effective ways. This means that fundraising staff can see the outcomes of their work and the impact programs have towards our mission. We are an expanding yet close-knit team with low staff turnover. 

Who is Next25?

We are Australia’s only non-partisan, non-profit organisation working to ensure our country maximises and shares its success across current and future generations. We know Australia can make the future it wants only with three strong pillars in place that (1) describe the desired future, (2) assess the future-making system’s capability, and (3) fix the system where it is found wanting. However, from deep engagement with the public, decision-makers, and experts, we have learned that each of these three pillars is weak. Next25 is focused on strengthening them. Next25 is a tax-exempt, non-profit company limited by guarantee and registered as a charity with the ACNC. For more information, please visit next25.org.au.

Key Responsibilities

Research

• Identify opportunities for new philanthropic support, sponsorships, and partnerships 
• Identify opportunities to sell our products and services (at this stage, mainly keynote speeches and workshop facilitation) 
• Explore and activate crowdfunding opportunities

Writing

• Write all applications in a strong and persuasive manner, and submit them on time, with all required supporting information 
• Assist with the creation of materials to communicate with our donors, clients, and partners 

Administration

• Plan and manage our calendar of applications and acquittals 
• Manage relationships with grantors’ staff, directors, and advisors to ensure all applications are within the grantor’s guidelines and have a good chance of success 
• Keep accurate records of all applications 
• Manage our CRM and the administration of the above 

Other

• Contribute to team meetings 
• Take part in staff development and training 
• As required, support other Next25 programs and activities including administration, communications, and event management 

Reporting

Reports to: Director of Programs 

Works closely with: Executive Director, Senior Advisor Communications, Communications Officer 

Direct reports: None

What We Can Offer You

We’re a nimble, hard-working team that loves big-picture thinkers. We punch above our weight, and we achieve ambitious goals through innovative thinking and approaches. We run a flat hierarchy and encourage all team members to take initiative and contribute to the direction of the organisation. We work collaboratively with many organisations around Australia in government, business, academia, the community, and media. We share an office with Social Ventures Australia and several other small, hardworking non-profits in the heart of Sydney. We also have a presence at UNSW’s Kensington campus. We offer flexible working arrangements. We encourage and will support your professional development through on-the-job opportunities. 

Selection Criteria

Essential – Role Specific

• Exceptional writing skills, particularly the ability to succinctly and efficiently respond to a brief in an engaging and persuasive manner 
• Significant experience successfully writing and applying for grants, sponsorships, and partnerships 
• Strong organisational skills, particularly the ability to effectively manage and plan a schedule of applications and acquittals 
• Attention to detail and accuracy 

Essential – General

• Interest in understanding and improving how Australia makes its future 
• Initiative, self-direction, and high levels of motivation with excellent time management, organisation, and prioritisation skills 
• Ability to collaborate and work well in teams 
• Ability to work well alone/unassisted (at times) 
• Willingness to acquire additional technical knowledge and skills 
• Ability to adhere to the values and ethical standards of Next25 
• Minimum five years’ work experience 
• Legal right to work in Australia 

Remuneration

Salary package $75,000-$95,000 pa (including superannuation) commensurate with qualifications, skills, and experience.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit the following documents when you click Apply Now:

• A cover letter addressing selection criteria above (no more than 2 pages)

• Curriculum vitae, including contact details for at least two referees

All applications will be treated as confidential. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews the week starting 12 July 2021. Next25 reserves the right to close the application process early.

Enquiries to Director of Finance, Paula Steyer at [email protected] using the subject line: Development Manager enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.