ORGANISATION

As a leading iconic youth organisation, this substantial not-for-profit transforms the lives of young people through a range of targeted educational and vocational development programs; and sporting, recreational and creative activities. With a footprint in urban, regional and remote communities, this youth charity is investing in its fundraising team, systems and brand.

ROLE

This really is a unique opportunity, well suited to a passionate professional genuinely interested in working for a youth focused organisation. As Bequests Manager you will champion gifts in wills and legacy giving, combining a long-term strategic view with short term realities.

You will have the support of a highly motivated and skilled Brand & Philanthropy team, external agencies, and report directly to a General Manager with backing from the CEO and Board.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone to step into a more senior fundraising position, develop and drive the strategy, take ownership and make a real impact!

The role is broad and will suit someone looking to build on their solid knowledge of bequest fundraising with strong relationship and collaboration skills, you will be strategic, have good judgement and ability to meet targets and manage budgets.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Establish a fit-for-purpose bequests fundraising strategy, ensuring gifts in wills develops into a planned revenue stream
• Drive targeted acquisition, retention on agreed ROI and priorities
• Improve and maintain systems and processes to support increased legacy donor volume
• Administer support systems in conjunction with Database Manager, Donor Relations Manager, Fundraising Officer, Finance etc
• Develop activity reporting system
• Effectively manage internal and external relationships with stakeholders, establishing appropriate stewardship of pipeline
• Represent organisation at relevant meetings, events and forums
• Embed legacy fundraising opportunities into fundraising strategy.
• Working with the GM Brand and Philanthropy to drive continuous improvement in fundraising

YOUR SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES

• Practical experience developing and delivering a legacy- fundraising strategy
• Wide experience and knowledge of the following:
  • Customer data segmentation tools
  • Direct marketing practices
  • CRM such as Raisers Edge NXT, Salesforce or equivalent
  • Advanced analytical skills and the ability to interpret and visualise complex data sets
  • Estate administration
• Collaborative experience, able to work across teams to motivate and leverage performance
• Significant business experience, working with or for regional or national for purpose organisations
• Outstanding verbal and written communication with good presentation skills
• Ability to multi-task both independently and as part of a team
• Proven skills in collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders
• Accountability – accepts responsibility for the quality and timeliness of the work
• Ability to work under tight deadlines on high profile and results-oriented tasks
• High level of integrity and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Passion for making a difference to at risk and disadvantaged youth
• Demonstrated influencing and negotiation skills

CULTURE

The team are supportive, friendly & extremely hardworking. They are passionate and driven to reach their goals, so that they can continue to grow and deliver their much-needed development programs to young Australians.

If you are looking to build on your relational fundraising experience, are genuinely passionate about youth and possess creative flair with a collaborative can-do attitude, we want to hear from you!

Don’t delay, for a confidential discussion please call 0448519121 or email [email protected] using the subject line: Bequest Manager enquiry via EthicalJobs.