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Community Fundraising Manager

Great Barrier Reef Foundation
  • The Community Fundraising Manager reports to the Direct Marketing Manager 
  • Brisbane location
  • The role is full time and will cease in June 2024 - flexible work arrangements are available

about us

The Great Barrier Reef is a unique icon and an irreplaceable ecosystem. It’s the largest living thing on earth and home to thousands of species of marine life, including six of the world’s seven species of marine turtle.  

For over 20 years the Great Barrier Reef Foundation (GBRF) has been the lead charity for the Reef, driving the immediate change needed for the Reef to survive for future generations. Right now, we have over 200 Reef-saving projects with over 300 project delivery partners. We are the action station for the Reef, bringing together people and science to deliver the world’s largest coral reefs program. 

ABOUT THE ROLE 

The Community Fundraising Manager will be responsible for engaging the community in events and activities that raise vital funds to help save the Great Barrier Reef. This role works closely with the Director of Individual Giving and the Direct Marketing Manager and is instrumental to the growth of the individual giving fundraising program at GBRF.  

The Community Fundraising Manager will lead and manage all community fundraising as well as provide support and expertise into the planning, co-ordination and execution of Peer-to-Peer (P2P) events.  As part of a small team, you will also provide support for other individual giving programs to help deliver an ambitious five-year program across multiple income streams. 

It is a unique role, operating within Australia and international markets, to help build an incredible community who will raise funds to protect and restore the Reef. 

The successful applicant will ideally have:

  • Demonstrated experience developing a successful community fundraising program and delivering campaigns and events that reach objectives. 
  • Experience designing supporter journeys and engaging digital technology for supporter engagement 
  • Highly developed communication and relationship building skills 
  • Demonstrated campaign and event management experience 
  • Skilled at using CRM databases and solid understanding of the importance of data 
  • Strong organisational and time management skills 
  • Solid analytical skills and experience 
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and problem-solve 

Please review the attached position description and apply by clicking Apply Now and submitting a current resume and cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

First Nations people strongly encouraged to apply.  

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