Position description

• Position reports to: Live Life Foundation Founder and CEO - Mr Perry Sambor
• Positions that report to this position: NIL
• Type of employment: Ongoing
• Location: Tile Importer Oakleigh / Flexible work from home

Live Life Foundation

Live Life Foundation was established by Mr. Perry Sambor, a well-respected and successful businessman with a passion for philanthropy and community led him to establish in 2013 the Live Life Foundation, a not-for-profit organisation, to assist families facing the challenges that are associated with disabilities. LLF’s mission is to continue to provide funding to the Neurology Department at The Royal Children’s Hospital, Melbourne (RCH), in support of projects that assist children diagnosed with disorders of the brain, nerves and muscles. The RCH’s Neurology Department provides high quality outpatient and inpatient services for the diagnosis and management of neurological disorders.  Recipients of LLF fundraising in past years have included the RCH Stroke Program, RCH Neuromuscular Clinic and Complex Movement Disorders program.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

Philanthropy plays a crucial role in improving children’s health and transforming the delivery of healthcare. At the Live Life Foundation, we aim to generate significant funds through meaningful relationship management of philanthropic donors, whilst ensuring donors feel valued and recognised. We are proud of our long association with and dedication to the Royal Children’s Hospital and their Neurology Department and are committed to supporting them with our current partnership.

It is an exciting time of growth within our Foundation to significantly increase philanthropic income through the employment of a Fundraising and Events manager. Our immediate goal is to support the RCH Foundation with a national event, Fly For The Kids (FFTK), scheduled for July 2025, which will see Associate Professor Andrew Kornberg, Director of Neurology at RCH, fly solo circumnavigating Australia. Associate Professor Andrew Kornberg will visit past patients along the route engaging community and media to assist with fundraising efforts.

This is a new and exciting role to help grow with the Foundation to achieve incredible things that will have a long-lasting positive effect for so many children.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Operational Support:

• Assist the Live Life team in planning and communicating the "Fly for the Kids" project.
• Leverage own network of high net worth individuals to secure sponsorships to contribute towards the overall fund-raising goal.
• Work with other larger foundations to ask for donations for LLF
• Maintain but also build out new partnerships with potential donors / sponsors to achieve substantial donations.
• Build brand awareness through networking and social media

Marketing and Communications:

• Create promotional materials for Live Life events and develop social media content for LLF’s platforms.

Events Coordination:

• Plan and execute various fundraising events, including a launch event and signature gatherings like a gala dinner.

Philanthropy – Major Gifts:

• Collaborate with the CEO and Board to cultivate relationships with major donors (gifts of $10,000+), manage recognition benefits.

Sponsorship:

• Partner with the CEO and Board to secure financial and in-kind sponsorships.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Essential:

• 3+ years experience working in a fundraising environment
• 3-5 years in event management
• 3+ years experience working with major gift or corporate donors within a not-for-profit environment across major donations, sponsorship and events
• Experience in managing a range of stakeholders, including Board members, donors, corporate sponsors and members of the public.
• Experience building strong relationships with donors
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate with a broad range of stakeholders
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
• Demonstrated experience in securing major gifts of $10,000 and above
• Clear understanding of and personal commitment to the mission and values of the Live Life Foundation

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

• Employees are required to undertake a National Criminal Record Check prior to commencing employment.
• The position is an ongoing full-time position. There will be a three-month probationary period
• There will be a requirement to work outside of normal hours on limited occasion for fundraising events and activities. Allowance is made for reasonable time-in-lieu.
• Flexible working hours and conditions are offered, including a hybrid working model.
• Leave entitlements as per national standards.

Application Contact

For any enquiries about the position please contact:

Adelaide Kraina

Live Life Foundation Board member and Philanthropy Executive – Royal Children’s Hospital Foundation

Mobile – 0430 000 617

Email – [email protected] using the subject line: Fundraising and Events Manager enquiry via EthicalJobs

Position description last updated December 2024.

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