About Maggie's

Maggie's Rescue is a registered animal welfare charity based in the inner west of Sydney. It's a co-operative of compassionate and committed carers and volunteers that rescue and re-home companion animals, promote the welfare of animals and raise money for desexing and veterinary costs for the animals in our care.

About YOU

Essential Skills and Experience

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent understanding of Fundraising governance, reporting and compliance obligations and requirements
• Understanding of the legal duties and obligations of a Director and Officer of a company pursuant to the Corporations Act 2001
• Understanding of the not-for-profit sector
• Be passionate about animal welfare
• Commitment to Maggie’s Rescue values

Desirable Skills and Experience

• Governance qualifications e.g. AICD
• Tertiary qualifications or commensurate fundraising experience
• Member of the Fundraising Institute of Australia (MFIA) and/or a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE)
• Experience across digital, events, philanthropy, grants and partnerships
• Experience setting up or overseeing Regular Giving (monthly donor) Programs

Board members typically dedicate 2-3 hours per week (from home), participation in board meetings and chairing Fundraising committee meetings (via Zoom or a similar platform).

Next Steps

To submit your application please click 'Apply Now' by the closing date.

Brief Position Description attached.