• Are you a purpose-driven front-line fundraiser looking for a new opportunity? Join The Foundation and make an impact the world can see!

• Full time role based in Melbourne (Flexible work from home arrangements available)

ABOUT THE FRED HOLLOWS FOUNDATION

The Foundation is an international development organisation working to prevent blindness and restore sight. We continue to carry on the legacy of Professor Fred Hollows, who believed every person had the right to quality eye care, no matter where they live. The Foundation has grown to work in more than 25 countries throughout Africa, South Asia, Southeast Asia, the Middle East and the Pacific, as well as Australia. The Foundation has restored sight to more than 3 million people worldwide. We have an ambitious five-year strategic plan that aims to take us even closer to realising our vision of a world in which no person is needlessly blind or vision impaired and Indigenous Australians exercise their right to sight and good health.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Today 1.1 billion people around the world are needlessly blind. Without action, over the next 30 years vision loss will nearly double. To address this, The Fred Hollows Foundation is embarking on an ambitious sector leading global philanthropy Campaign, unlocking significant new resources to make a truly catalytic change to end avoidable blindness.

The Director, Transformational Gifts is a seasoned philanthropic leader with extensive experience in securing transformational gifts and a strong familiarity with the Australian high value donor eco-system and global philanthropic developments. They will proactively implement exceptional relationship management, cultivation, and solicitation strategies in Australia and support local teams across all The Foundation’s regional markets to build enduring relationships and secure transformational gifts (AUD$1m+) for the Campaign.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strategy: In close partnership with the Campaign Director and the Campaign Adviser, develop and effectively implement a Transformational donor engagement strategy to grow The Foundation’s revenue.
• Philanthropy: Strong philanthropic acumen and engagement to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward U/HNWIs. Cultivate and solicitate relationships with individual donors in partnership with organisational leadership (Board, CEO and Executive), volunteers and fundraising teams in Australia and abroad.
• Campaign: Work as part of the Campaign leadership team to implement effective moves management strategies and demonstrate philanthropic leadership within the organization and across the sector.
• Global Collaboration: Collaborate with colleagues across international markets to support in their moves management strategy development as needed.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

• Over 10 years’ experience in cultivating and soliciting transformational gift prospects
• Strong understanding of the philanthropic landscape in Australia (Exposure to global markets will be highly advantageous)
• Experience soliciting seven plus figure gifts from U/HNWIs and Trusts and Foundations
• Experience briefing and working with C-suite Executives
• Demonstrated experience building long term relationships to deliver growth against targets.
• Ability to lead and build strong relationships with peers and other stakeholders.
• Ability to think strategically and work proactively, managing competing priorities.
• Experience in strategic project planning, report writing, and executing key donor engagement.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams

How we recognise your contribution

Through our internal programs and employee benefits we aim to create an environment where you will feel supported and empowered. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or finding an environment which enables you to thrive while balancing family or personal commitments, we have a range of programs in place to support you. Including:

• Generous salary packaging, we provide access to not-for-profit salary packaging options, which will increase your take home pay.
• Flexible work environment, we focus on output, not hours and enable you to prioritise your health and wellbeing
• Generous leave allowances
• Ongoing commitment to your continuous learning and career development, through tailored leadership and professional development programs, and focused development conversations.

To find out more about our benefits click here

APPLICATIONS

Please apply directly using the "Apply Now" button. Your application should include a CV and, preferably, a cover letter that outlines your interest in the role and addresses the key criteria listed in the “Key Responsibilities”, and “What you need to succeed” sections of the advertisement.

Please apply as soon as possible as we will be contacting candidates prior to the closing date.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this position.

The Fred Hollows Foundation is committed to protecting the rights of children and community partners in all areas where we work. Applicants are advised that The Foundation reserves the right to conduct police checks and other screening procedures to ensure we maintain and promote a child safe environment.

Please note: We will not be accepting CV’s via agencies for this role.

A position description is attached.