ABOUT US:

Established in 2014, FightMND is the largest independent funder of Motor Neurone Disease research in Australia. Our vision is a world without MND.

MND was first described over 150 years ago, but still remains a terminal diagnosis with no effective treatments or cure. FightMND are the voice  for Australians who want to fight back against ‘The Beast’. 

With support from the Fight MND army, we raise awareness and funds through a range of campaigns, partnerships and events.

OUR VALUES:

Urgency, Integrity, Efficiency, Boldness and Collaboration.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

Following the recent launch of a new organisational strategy, the FightMND Fundraising team is growing.

The newly developed role of Fundraising Assistant will play an integral role in a small but mighty Fundraising team.

Reporting directly to the General Manager - Fundraising, this entry-level role is a fantastic opportunity to learn about fundraising and the not-for-profit sector. You will be responsible for providing fundraising campaign support across a number of channels including individual giving, community fundraising and philanthropy.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Fundraising Campaign Support:

• Work collaboratively with members of the team to lead the development and implementation of a new-look In Memory campaign
• Provide support to members of the Fundraising team to aid the successful delivery of fundraising campaigns and appeals
• Liaise with the Marketing & Communications team to provide regular content featuring our Army of supporters in line with our donor stewardship plan • Provide assistance to other areas of the business during peak periods (i.e., Big Freeze)

Supporter Care:

• Be the first point of contact for supporters contacting the fundraising team
• Handle all incoming fundraising enquiries via phone, email and online, in a timely manner
• Maintain accurate supporter records on our CRM database, Raiser’s Edge NXT
• Regularly prepare and send supporter merchandise packs

Administration:

• Establish and maintain internal process and procedure documentation for the Fundraising team
• Liaise with a range of stakeholders to gather quotes, order merchandise and lead stock takes
• Assist with regular campaign updates and reporting
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to reconcile fundraising revenue
• Coordinate a small team of office volunteers to assist the fundraising team
• Other duties as needed

Interested?

If this sounds like the role for you, please submit your application via the Apply Now link.

Should you wish to discuss the role or your application prior to submission, please contact Georgie Menzies, General Manager - Fundraising on 0432 306 213 or [email protected], using the subject line: Fundraising Assistant enquiry via EthicalJobs. 

A position description is attached.