Do you have a talent for communicating impact alongside a passion for women’s rights? ActionAid Australia is looking for someone with a “make it happen” attitude to support our philanthropy program and inspire and engage new and existing corporate partners and donors to drive impact for the women we work with.

We’re looking for a dynamic fundraiser with experience in working with major donors and/or trusts and foundations for a full time 12-month contract. If you believe that investing in women’s leadership can transform the world for good, we’d love to hear from you.

The organisation

ActionAid Australia (AAA) is a global women’s rights organisation that empowers women on the frontlines of injustice to mobilise and transform their communities.

ActionAid works in more than 70 countries. ActionAid Australia’s Sydney offices are based in Pitt St, CBD, a short walk from Martin Place.

The role

The Philanthropy & Partnerships Co-ordinator is a key role in the Philanthropy & Partnerships team and reports to the Philanthropy & Partnerships Manager. The Philanthropy and Partnerships Coordinator is responsible for supporting the growth of ActionAid’s Philanthropy & Partnerships (P&P) program, which manages relationships with major donors/high net worth individuals, trusts & foundations, corporates and other funding bodies. The role requires high level grant writing skills, project reporting, prospect identification and research, event coordination, and administrative duties to help ensure the profitability and sustainability of the P&P program.

As the ideal candidate for the role, you have:

• A commitment to ActionAid’s mission and values, including advancing women’s rights.
• Two to three years’ relevant experience in philanthropy/major donor fundraising and/or grant and report writing
• Excellent written and verbal skills with the proven ability to articulate complex issues in a compelling and persuasive manner both in writing and in person
• Proven project management, financial management, research and analytical skills
• Proactive, self-motivated and target driven. Must be focused on achieving agreed KPIs across all aspects of the role.

Benefits

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Flexible start/finish times to suit your lifestyle.
• Competitive remuneration and generous fringe benefit scheme.
• Xmas shutdown leave.
• 10 days personal leave per year plus 2 days mental health leave.
• 12 months parental/adoption leave, including 16 weeks paid.
• Additional leave entitlements incl. study and domestic violence leave
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Child friendly office environment.

ActionAid 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.

A detailed position description is attached.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.