ABOUT THE JANE GOODALL INSTITUTE AUSTRALIA (JGIA)

JGIA is entering an exciting new chapter of growth, as we bring our founder’s message of Hope to more people, to make a bigger difference, at this critical time. We are looking for a Fundraising and Communications Manager who can help us turn our big dreams into reality.

Building on the legacy of our founder, the legendary Dr. Jane Goodall - scientist, conservationist, peacemaker, mentor - we inspire hope through action to benefit animals, people and our shared environment. Our work centres on two areas: community conservation in Africa, working with local partners to protect chimpanzees and their forest homes; and empowering the next generation of environmentalists here in Australia, through our youth-driven initiative Roots & Shoots.

While geographically apart, our programs share the same heart: nurturing grassroots and people-driven nature-based solutions for our beautiful planet - acting locally, while thinking globally, to build Hope.

As Dr. Goodall says: “Cumulatively small decisions, choices, actions, make a very big difference.”

ABOUT THE ROLE

As the Fundraising and Communications Manager, you’ll be a very valuable member of our small, but dedicated team. You will work closely with our CEO, other JGIA staff members as well as volunteers, to convert the deep credibility of our founder into long-term, financial capacity.

You are a self-starter who can work collaboratively to develop and deliver on the annual fundraising and communications plan. You will manage all external communications to encourage the acquisition and retention of donors, partners, volunteers and program participants. The role works across multiple platforms and manages the Fundraising and Communications Officer as well as team of volunteers to achieve results within our programs, to fundraise and share our social impact.

You will also be responsible for content production across various channels, marketing materials, newsletters and bi-annual fundraising appeals with the aim of growing our database and increasing revenue.

As a natural people leader, you are comfortable being hands on whilst keeping the wider organisational objectives and priorities in mind.

For further information on the role, please find attached the full position description.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role
• People management experience, and the ability to bring out the best in your team, particularly during times of change
• A demonstrated ability to meet and exceed agreed goals and fundraising targets set to match organisational objectives
• Prior experience of completing formal funding proposals
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• An understanding of social media trends
• Experience implementing scalable supporter and program participant journeys
• Extensive experience and technical knowledge managing websites and databases
• A strong sense of aesthetic and ideally, graphic design skills
• Excellent attention to detail, organisational skills
• Demonstrated experience working autonomously and as part of a team
• The ability to work well remotely and with remote team members located interstate.

BENEFITS

• Learning, development and career progression opportunities
• Some flexibility around work arrangements (hours / working from home)
• Flexibility and autonomy in the workplace

INTERESTED?

If the above resonates with you and you feel you can positively contribute to this close-knit team, please apply as soon as possible, as there are no deadlines for applicants.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

The JGIA Office is Headquartered in Sydney; however, applications will be accepted from other locations within Australia.

JGIA is an equal opportunities employer, and is always actively looking for applicants from a diverse range of genders, cultures, language groups, abilities, and experiences to apply. To be eligible to apply for this position you must have an appropriate Australian or New Zealand work visa or be eligible to apply for one.

JGIA believes that it is our duty to ensure that we do everything we can to keep children safe. We have a responsibility to those children that we come into contact with, and as an organisation, we are committed to ensuring the safety of children by not harming them or placing children at risk. As part of the screening process, candidates will be required to complete a National Police Check and a Working with Children Check.