The Nature Conservation Council of NSW is the state’s peak environment organisation, representing over 200 local, state and national environment organisations in NSW.

As the state’s leading environmental advocacy organisation, it is our mission to protect nature in NSW and create the conditions it needs to thrive.

Join us at NCC to make a significant impact on the protection of NSW’s environment, building relationships that sustain our vital work.

Our team is passionate about safeguarding natural ecosystems, and we're seeking a Key Relationships Officer who prefers their work with a side of purpose. You will support our fundraising efforts and help drive lasting environmental change.

OUR VALUES

Inspiration: we believe in the work we do and strive to inspire others to respect and protect nature.

Respect: we respect the views and opinions of others and consider, fairly and openly, views that might be different to our own.

Integrity: we are professional and honest in our working relationships, and transparent and accountable in our decision-making processes.

Collaboration: we believe we are stronger as a movement and value our culture of participation and building strong partnerships to achieve our goals.

Leadership: we provide leadership through empowerment, sound governance and an inspiring vision.

Recognition: we acknowledge the role First Nations People play in protecting the land and water. NCC undertakes to act in solidarity and partnership with First Nations People in all our work.

ROLE PURPOSE

The Key Relationships Officer is responsible for stewardship of our small gift, major donors, and prospects.

Part time, 25 hours per week (12-month contract, potential for extension)

Salary: $85,300 (SCHCADS Award Level 4.1 [pro-rata])

ABOUT YOU

You’re highly motivated, passionate about nature conservation, and have excellent communication skills. You are confident in building and maintaining relationships with donors and supporters, with an ability to inspire financial contributions. Your organising skills and ability to manage donor portfolios independently are key to success in this role. Experience in fundraising, donor management, or community organising is desirable, but your passion for environmental protection and willingness to learn are equally important. 

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage and cultivate a portfolio of mid-level and major donors, trusts and corporate programs, developing tailored strategies to grow support for the organisation. 
• Coordinate personalised donor communications, including thank-you calls, campaign reports, stewardship reports, and fundraising appeals.
• Assist in organising donor events and preparing grant applications. 
• Support the gifts-in-wills program, ensuring ongoing donor engagement. 
• Curate supporter journeys.
• Maintain accurate records of donor interactions in the CRM system. 
• Collaborate closely with NCC’s campaigns and communications teams to align messaging with environmental priorities. 

EXPERIENCE

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with an ability to connect across diverse groups. 
• Organisational skills to manage projects and donor portfolios autonomously. 
• Experience with CRM systems (NationBuilder experience preferred but not required). 
• Ability to meet fundraising targets and manage donor relationships. 
• A passion for environmental conservation and commitment to NCC’s mission. 

EXTRA POINTS FOR

• Demonstrated experience working in a busy environment handling a variety of tasks, the ability to prioritise appropriately and the ability to complete multiple tasks in an efficient and timely manner.
• Experience in the charitable/not for profit sector or a membership peak organisation

Education: Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent work experience.

Location: Sydney, NSW OR remote OR hybrid