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We are looking for compassionate people who share our mission and values, if you have the passion and drive to commit yourself to a challenging and rewarding role; we invite you to review our current vacancies.

ABOUT US

The Salvation Army is one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.

About the Role:

We have an exciting opportunity for a Community Fundraising Relationship Manager working across the Hunter, Central and Mid North Coast regions, to join a dynamic and passionate public relations team responsible for optimising the organisations funding base to support the mission of The Salvation Army.

The role is responsible to build and nurture a high level of relationship management with existing major donors and building a pipeline of new supporters through community and corporate engagement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implementing a Community Fundraising plan that is in alignment with the National Community Engagement Strategic framework
• The development and implementation of a donor engagement portfolio of activities, including: donor acquisition, retention and uplift, two annual appeals and community fundraising
• Achieving financial and non-financial targets (including meetings, calls and events) on time and budget in accordance with established KPI's
• Developing an engagement strategy and Account Plan for each philanthropic donor
• Participating in events and activities as required to progress donor's partnership journey
• Representing the organisation at networking functions and industry forums

About You:

To be successful in this role, you will be a motivated fundraiser, account manager or high performing sales individual with demonstrated experience in community engagement. Whilst not essential, tertiary qualifications in Business, Marketing or Public Relations, and relevant experience in Community or Not for Profit sectors would be favourable.

Key capabilities:

• Exceptional networking and relationship building ability
• Excellent negotiation and influencing skills
• Competent public speaker
• Proven experience in Fundraising
• Ability to operate in a fast-paced and complex business environment
• Drive to achieve results, with a focus on over-achieving on budgets, KPI's and targets
• A professional attitude and strong team focus

Why work for us:

• Eligible employees can access NFP salary packaging ($15,900 tax free)
• Tool of trade vehicle
• Flexible working conditions
• Internationally renowned not-for-profit organisation
• Rare opportunity to work with passionate, like-minded people who enjoy being a part of an organization that makes a difference within the Australian community
• An inclusive culture of dedicated, passionate and professional team members
• Opportunity for career development
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program - Independent confidential counselling service

How to Apply

If you would like to work for one of Australia's leading not-for-profit organisations and have the satisfaction of knowing that your career contributes positively to the lives of thousands of Australians each year, please apply via the link and submit a current CV and a cover letter which details your alignment with the essential requirements of the role.

About Us

The Salvation Army is one of Australia's largest and most-loved charities, helping thousands of Australians every year find hope in the midst of all kinds of personal hardship. The Salvation Army offers the opportunity to use your professional skills and expertise to make a real difference in the lives of people who need help most.

The Salvation Army is an equal employment opportunity employer, we are committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. We provide an inclusive work environment and embrace the diverse talent of our people. The Salvation Army is a child safe organisation and is committed to protecting children and young people from harm.All child facing roles will require the successful completion of a Working with Children Check. Applicants for all roles require a mandatory National Police Check.

We value Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Diversity, and Collaboration.