• Be part of a strong community working toward social justice, equal rights for women and children, and shared opportunity for all
• Foster current and forge new financial and philanthropic partnerships
• Increase revenue in support of mission, strategy and sustainability

THE ORGANISATION

Mary Ward International Australia (MWIA) is the Australian and international development organisation of the Loreto Sisters. MWIA is part of a global network. Together we work with Loreto Sisters around the world to create just and sustainable change with women, children and communities.

MWIA is a member of the Australian Council for International Development (ACFID), accredited by the Australian Charities and Not-for-Profits Commission (ACNC), and endorsed by the Australian Taxation Office as a Deductible Gift Recipient.

Key responsibilities

Reporting to the Executive Officer, the Philanthropy Manager is responsible for:

• Managing key donor relationships for MWIA, including philanthropists, family foundations, other philanthropic entities and bequest supporters.
• Developing and executing a fundraising strategy to increase revenue to support MWIA growth, sustainability and stability aligned to MWIA’s Mission and current Strategic Plan.
• Fostering current and new financial and philanthropic partnerships.
• Delivering approved revenue and donor/supporter targets.

Skills and experience

You have specialised experience in either major gift fundraising or donor development, with exceptional negotiating, influencing and networking skills.

You have an appreciation and respect for the Loreto vision, mission and values, including a good understanding of social justice and disadvantage issues.

In addition, you can demonstrate:

• Proven ability to generate, retain and grow revenue through established long-term relationships, with a history of over-achieving on budgets, KPIs and targets
• Senior relationship or account management skills and a strong understanding of the fundraising process in the NFP sector, particularly as it pertains to moves management
• Experience in making a major ask
• Proven ability to develop, manage and execute fundraising campaigns and events
• Exceptional oral, written and interpersonal and emotional intelligence skills, with public speaking experience
• A professional attitude and impeccable presentation
• Knowledge of fundraising best practice, principles, legislation and ethical standards
• Strong data analysis and reporting capabilities
• Experience in creating relevant content including writing and producing articles for printed publications, websites, correspondence, electronic direct mail newsletters and social media

Applicants are required to read our Commitment to Child Safety. All staff are expected to act in a manner consistent with the mission and values of the Loreto Province of Australia & South East Asia. All successful applicants will be asked to consent to a National Criminal History (police) check and Working with Children Check.

For further information about the role please refer to the position description, attached below.

Enquiries and applications to be sent to [email protected] using the subject line: Philanthropy Manager enquiry via EthicalJobs.