Organisational overview

Established in 2000, the Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation (OCRF) has grown to become Australia’s leading independent body dedicated to funding national ovarian cancer research.

With the support of the Australian community, major corporate partners, philanthropic supporters, and the extraordinary OCRF Ambassadors, the OCRF is now Australia’s pre-eminent charitable foundation dedicated to raising funds for the most innovative ovarian cancer research with the most significant long-term impact.

Our goals are to raise the current 5-year survival rate from (a dismal) 49% to greater than 90%, and to provide hope, advocacy, agency and engagement for our community of survivors – with government, funders, collaborators, partners and the medical research community.

We are:

• Investing in medical research to develop a reliable and non-invasive early detection test, where no such test currently exists.
• Supporting researchers focused on personalised treatment options to extend the quality and duration of the lives of people with ovarian cancer.
• Focused on prevention and, ultimately, cure, of the most lethal and underfunded gynaecological cancer for women, girls, and all people with ovaries.

The role: Fundraising & Community Coordinator

The Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation (OCRF) is seeking a passionate and dynamic fundraiser to fill the newly-created role of Fundraising & Community Coordinator. This exciting position is responsible for stewarding the OCRF’s community of fundraisers across Australia, as well as supporting the development of other fundraising programs, including the OCRF’s regular giving program, The Lab.

Working within the OCRF’s Marketing and Fundraising team, the successful candidate will be responsible for fostering strong relationships with community stakeholders that lead to deep engagement, increased fundraising, program development and donor retention. The Fundraising & Community Coordinator will be critical to the success of the OCRF’s flagship peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns, such as Frocktober and Walk With Women, proactively growing participation and supporting the needs of engaged fundraisers. In addition to experience and background in fundraising, you will demonstrate sound relationship management and communication skills to enhance PR and advocacy outcomes.

Role reports to

Fundraising Manager

Salary

$75,000-$80,000 plus superannuation and salary packaging benefits

Hours and conditions

The role is offered as a full time, fixed term contract position for three years.

Hybrid work environment. Minimum 2 days/wk in the office.

Flexible and remote work arrangements can be negotiated.

Key responsibilities of the position

• Coordinate and steward community fundraisers to support their participation in OCRF’s peer-to-peer campaigns and fundraisers own activities
• Provide coordination and support for individual and regular giving programs
• Support the implementation of multi-charity and third party fundraising plans
• Provide appropriate data analytics and reports
• Contribute to a high performing and thriving work culture

Key Selection Criteria

• Tertiary qualification in a related field (e.g. marketing, communications or social sciences)
• Relevant experience in fundraising, communications, community engagement, events or other aligned fields
• Demonstrated experience in developing and coordinating community campaigns, building engagement for a cause
• Experience with peer-to-peer fundraising campaigns and / or platforms

Desirable

• Experience in use of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tool – Salesforce NPSP preferred
• Completion of FIA Certificate of Fundraising
• Ability to analyse fundraising data and make proactive recommendations for retention, growth and re-engagement

Capabilities

• High level relationship management skills and capability to identify and develop opportunities for growth
• Excellent verbal, listening and written communication skills
• Strong organisation and planning skills suitable to the delivery of diverse campaigns, programs and events

Closing date

Late applications will not be accepted.

Additional requirements

The OCRF is a welcoming, inclusive employer and a child-safe organisation. We foster a workplace where everyone feels they belong.

A satisfactory National Police Check and Working with Children Check must be undertaken as a condition of employment at the OCRF.

Due to recruitment timelines, no detailed correspondence is offered. Feedback will be provided only to candidates who are shortlisted and attend an interview.

For further information about the OCRF, please visit http://www.ocrf.com.au/.

A position description is attached.