• Full time with flexible WFH options and offices close to public transport
• Outstanding opportunity to join a growing, dynamic and collaborative Foundation team
• Implement strategy and development for bequests program and trusts/foundations

ORGANISATION

Neuroscience Research Australia is an independent medical research institute, its vision is to prevent and cure disease and disability of the brain and nervous system through leadership, excellence and innovation in research. With world class research facilities, the organisation is committed to research that drives meaningful health outcomes and impact.

ROLE

This is a unique opportunity, well suited to a passionate professional relationship fundraiser genuinely interested in contributing to an organisation working on some of the most relevant health issues today, including dementia and mental health.

Reporting to the Deputy Director of the Foundation, the Relationship Manager, Bequests will bring a track record of delivering successful relationship-driven fundraising programs.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone to make their mark in a fundraising position with real growth opportunities, implement and drive the strategy, take ownership and make a real impact!

The role will suit someone looking to build on their solid knowledge of bequests (or other relevant fundraising) with strong relationship skills, confidence in working in independently, meticulous back-office skills and ability to meet targets.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement and manage bequest program strategy, identify, nurture and secure bequests prospects in collaboration with the Deputy Director, managing the bequest pipeline from interested through to intending and confirmed
• Develop personalised donor stewardship program
• Develop and oversee delivery of relevant marketing and communications, leverage existing events and communication platforms for new bequest leads and existing bequestors
• Identify and develop opportunities to generate donations from trusts and foundations
• Prepare and submit proposals, applications and acquittal reports, maintaining a calendar of trusts and foundations
• Contribute to preparation of reporting, budgets and revenue forecasts, against KPIs
• Contribute to the broader philanthropy program assisting with events, proposals and stewardship activities where required.

YOUR SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Relevant Tertiary degree or equivalent experience in not-for-profit sector
• Extensive fundraising experience, ideally in bequest development and donor relationship management
• Preferably significant experience in managing donor stewardship programs.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, project management and financial and administrative skills including database management (NXT or similar).
• Highly collaborative working style with ability to work independently.

CULTURE

Supporting over 200 scientists, the fundraising team are intelligent, professional, & committed. They are driven to reach their goals, so that they can continue to grow and fund the Institute’s high priority health research.

If you are looking to build on your relational fundraising experience, are genuinely passionate about healthcare and possess creative flair with a collaborative can-do attitude, we want to hear from you!

Don’t delay, for a confidential discussion please call 0448519121 or email [email protected] using the subject line: Relationship Manager, Bequests - Neuroscience Research Australia enquiry via EthicalJobs.