About Legacy

Legacy is an iconic Australian charity dedicated to supporting veterans’ families. Since 1923, Legacy has provided social, financial, and emotional support to the partners, children, and dependants of veterans who have lost their lives or health as a result of their service to our country.

About the role

Are you passionate about golf and other sports and want to help raise the profile and funds for a great Australian charity?

Legacy is looking for a Community Fundraising and Events Executive (Golf). This role is responsible for generating revenue through our very popular Legacy charity golf days. This role will also nurture and grow these golf events and other sports fundraising initiatives such as Bowls Days.

The Community Fundraising and Events Executive will be part of the Fundraising, Marketing and Communications Team and is based at our office in Sydney. The role is on a permanent full-time basis and will involve travel within the Sydney metropolitan region and may also include some travel to support events and Legacy Clubs in regional areas.

If you are passionate and committed to fundraising and enjoy a round of golf we’d love to hear from you.

Essential requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in record keeping and reporting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends, as required.
• A passion for golf and other sports.

Highly regarded

• Previous experience in community fundraising, event coordination, or sports management is desirable.
• Knowledge and understanding of fundraising principles and best practices.
• Sound knowledge or past experience working for non-profit organisations.
• A commitment to learn traditional and non-traditional fundraising models.

Benefits of working for Legacy include:

• The option to salary package, which has the potential to increase your take home salary
• A paid day off on your birthday
• A Picnic Day holiday each year in December
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• 5 days study leave per year

Please click the "Apply Now" button and submit a cover letter outlining your interest ad suitability for the role along with an up-to-date copy of your resume.

Applicants will be required to undertake a police check, and working with children’s check and provide evidence of a current drivers licence which is essential for this role.

As this role includes working with vulnerable members of the community, all applicants must be able to provide proof of vaccination status.

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