• Salary: $107,500 - $112,000 + Super, NFP Salary Sacrifice benefits and other benefits
• Award Winning Office Culture

ABOUT FARE

FARE is the leading not-for-profit organisation working towards an Australia free from alcohol harm. Together with values-aligned organisations, health professionals, researchers and communities across the country, we develop evidence-informed policy, enable people-powered advocacy and deliver health promotion programs.

We believe that by working together we can create change to improve our collective health and wellbeing. FARE has a new leadership team, renewed energy and a refreshed strategic focus on how to improve health outcomes for all Australians.

Working at FARE you will be part of an organisation developing and delivering innovative health programs and policy solutions to reduce alcohol harm.

You will also be working with an organisation that believes change can only happen through partnership and collaboration. We actively support impacted communities and people with lived experience of alcohol harm to find their voice in public policy advocacy.

FARE has established a work culture where people are valued and supported, where wellbeing is prioritised and where we are empowered to collectively contribute to meaningful change.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The key focus of the Funding Development Lead is to contribute to the success of FARE’s funding development strategy through:

• individual donor development and stewardship
• developing corporate and philanthropic giving
• identifying and pursuing government grant opportunities

The role reports to FARE’s Projects and Partnerships Director and works collaboratively with FARE’s Senior Leadership Team and staff across the organisation to grow the organisation’s revenue streams.

WHAT YOU WILL WORK ON

• Contribute to the development of and lead the implementation of FARE’s funding development strategy.
• Generate new sources of funding for FARE, including from philanthropic, government and corporate entities.
• Establish, develop and maintain relationships with funders and report regularly on your pipeline of prospects to the Senior Leadership Team.
• Draft high quality grant applications, funding pitches, communication materials, reports and acquittals.
• Engage staff, partners and subject matter experts in the development of funding proposals and pitches.
• Manage relationships with external stakeholders including partner organisations, consultants, contractors, and agencies.
• Develop and implement systems and procedures to ensure scope and agreements of grants and partnerships are tracked, delivered and acquitted.
• Provide funding development advice and support to the Projects and Partnerships Director and CEO as required.

WHAT YOU WILL BRING TO THE TEAM

• Demonstrated high-level written and verbal communication skills that are adaptable to the priorities of the organisation.
• Strong organisational and stakeholder management skills, including demonstrated ability to work with others across the organisation and at all levels.
• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Office products.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and initiative.
• Genuine interest in and passion for contributing to FARE’s vision.
• A high level of emotional intelligence and self awareness.
• Ability to work to deadline, manage competing priorities and lead project areas.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, while being flexible and open to change.
• Ability to work independently, with little direction.
• Can work autonomously and as part of a team, including supporting colleagues in their responsibilities.
• Commitment to continuing professional and personal development.
• Ability to build strong relationships including quickly establishing rapport with internal and external stakeholders.
• Passion for contributing to a values-based, high performing and effective team environment.

ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

• At least 3 years’ experience in a funding development/business development role, preferably in the not-for-profit or social enterprise sector.
• Extensive proposal, grant and/or tender writing experience.
• Proven track record in generating funds from public, private and government bodies.

FARE strives to be a supportive and welcoming workplace where everyone feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work and is committed to continuous improvement on this front.

Alcohol affects many Australian communities, and so we especially want to make sure FARE is a workplace that embraces diversity and welcomes people who have lived experience of alcohol harms.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

• Access to a generous not-for-profit salary packaging program
• Gifted leave over Christmas holiday shut-down
• Great workplace culture: FARE was honoured to be recognised by Voice Project as one of their ‘Best Workplaces for 2021’ for having exceptional employee engagement and satisfaction
• Learn more: fare.org.au/about/careers

Contact: If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us at [email protected] using the subject line: Funding Development Lead enquiry via EthicalJobs or phone (02) 5104 9311 for more information.

APPLY:

Please complete a cover letter addressing the key responsibilities and eligibility criteria for the role with no more than 500 words and an up-to-date CV with two references by the closing date.

Only successful applicants will be contacted for an interview.

A position description is attached.