• Full time, ongoing role
• Salary commensurate with experience: Professional Level 6 $94,693 - $102,502 per annum plus super
• Hybrid WFH/Office model and generous salary packaging options available

About the team

The Philanthropy team at Centre for Eye Research Australia (CERA) is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships with donors and supporters to advance innovative research in eye health. This dynamic and collaborative team plays a vital role in securing philanthropic funding through campaigns, donor stewardship, and impactful storytelling. With a focus on excellence and collaboration, the Philanthropy team ensures that every supporter feels connected to CERA's mission of improving lives through our research.

The role

The role is responsible for managing the CERA Giving Circle, supporting trust and foundation applications, and overseeing a portfolio of mid-level and major gift donors and prospects. Reporting to the Head of Philanthropy, you will contribute to CERA’s long-term sustainability by implementing best practice donor cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship. You will also assist with CERA’s Comprehensive Campaign and foster meaningful relationships with major donors, trusts, foundations, and corporate partners.

As part of a collaborative team, you will work alongside senior leadership, researchers, and external stakeholders to grow the philanthropy program and support life-changing research.

Your skills and experience

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Non-profit Management, Communications, Marketing, or a related field.
• Proven experience in donor management to enhance donor engagement and giving levels.
• Skilled in using data-driven strategies to identify fundraising opportunities and inform income growth initiatives.
• Successful track record in managing fundraising campaigns and initiatives.
• Strong research, analytical, and project management abilities.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, enabling effective engagement with both internal teams and external stakeholders to cultivate positive and enduring relationships.
• Proficient in using fundraising databases and CRM systems.
• A solutions-oriented approach with a commitment to working collaboratively with others and fostering a supportive team environment

All offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check.

About CERA

The Centre for Eye Research Australia is a not-for-profit and an international leader in eye research with real world impact. We are an independent Medical Research Institute closely affiliated with the University of Melbourne within the discipline of ophthalmology in the Department of Surgery, Melbourne Medical School. Our staff and students are located at the Royal Victorian Eye and Ear Hospital and 200 Victoria Parade, East Melbourne.

To learn more about our work, please visit our website.

Employee benefits

• Family-friendly workplace with flexible working
• Hybrid work from home and office model
• Supportive culture which encourages career development and fosters innovation
• Generous salary packaging options including general expenses, meals and entertainment and novated car leasing (Salary packaging allows staff to reduce the amount of tax they pay, thereby increasing their take home salary)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Leave loading of 17.5%
• Annual flu vaccinations
• Weekly fruit boxes in the office.

How to Apply

Submit a current resume and cover letter that details your interest and suitability for the role.

For more information about the role, please click Apply Now or contact [email protected] using the subject line: Philanthropy Specialist enquiry via EthicalJobs.

A position description is attached.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, people with CALD backgrounds, people with a disability, people from the LGBTQIA+ community and women and gender diverse people.

If you require an adjustment to the recruitment and selection process or need an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our HR team.

We will be conducting interviews whilst advertising is live and may conclude the job posting prior to the stated deadline should we identify a suitable candidate. We encourage you to apply promptly.