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POSITION DESCRIPTION
Fundraising Co-ordinator
About Us
We’re all about empowering people to take action in key areas where we can have the most impact: to keep ahead of climate change, save the reef and oceans, restore our iconic landscapes and protect our unique wildlife.
Central to our approach is the use of citizen science, where people from all walks of life gather critical scientific data to generate environmental insights, inform future policy and motivate long-term behaviour change.
Earthwatch was founded in 1971, (established in Australia in 1982) with five offices around the globe, aiming to empower people to save the natural world. We do this by engaging the community directly in environmental and sustainability experiences through Work (corporate programs), Life (student and teacher programs) and Play (public expeditions). This hands-on experience bridges the gap between science and the community, creating an informed society that can translate scientific knowledge into sustainable action.
We are a small, yet powerful organisation united in the following values:
Responsibility: The wellbeing of our staff, researchers, volunteers and the environments in which we work is at the core of our operations
Integrity: We act at all times in good faith and with exemplary honesty and transparency
Professionalism: All of our actions demonstrate our commitment to the highest standards of professionalism and service
Inspiration: We are inspired by our work and we seek to inspire others with experiences and knowledge that enable them to take action
Inclusion: We are greater than the sum of our parts; we collaborate with others and bring together diverse backgrounds with dignity, respect and fairness
The Role
Ready for a new challenge? This is a rare blue-sky opportunity to shape the future of fundraising at Earthwatch Australia. We’re a well-established not-for-profit, however with just 2% of revenue currently coming from individual giving, the potential for growth is limitless!
We’re looking for an innovator who can implement as well —someone passionate about developing sustainable and ethical ways to raise funds through channels such as individual giving programs, next-gen philanthropy, workplace giving, giving circles, third-party fundraising, and bequests. If you have ideas, this is your chance to bring them to life and leave a lasting impact.
We’re offering two days per week (with the potential to increase), where ideally at least one will be spent in the office, to aid a positive working culture.
About you
You’re a proactive, well-organised fundraiser who thrives in a small team environment. You have strong interpersonal skills which help to engage with a range of stakeholders and can work autonomously, taking initiative in prioritising campaigns and communications in a resource constrained environment.
Your vision will drive the action. Are you ready to make your mark?
Essentials
- Experience in fundraising, donor relations, or a related field
- Strong relationship management skills, with the ability to engage and influence donors and supporters.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Canva and CRM/database management.
- Excellent time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team as well as independently
- Innovation, adaptability and a “get it done” attitude
Desirables
- Experience in the Australian NFP sector
- Knowledge of fundraising regulations and ethical best practices within the Australian NFP sector
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Planning & growth
- Assist in the implementation of Earthwatch Australia’s fundraising strategy to drive sustainable growth in supporter base and revenue.
- Meet mutually agreed annual fundraising targets and report regularly on progress.
- Represent Earthwatch Australia at networking events to identify new funding and collaboration opportunities.
Donor acquisition & stewardship
- Conduct prospect research to identify new donors and funding opportunities.
- Respond to donor enquiries via phone/email in a timely and professional manner.
- Drive the acquisition and retention of regular giving donors
- Cultivate and strengthen relationships with donors, ensuring high engagement and long-term support.
- Ensure efficient processing and receipting of donations
- Maintain accurate donor records (CRM), ensuring all interactions are documented.
- Draft fundraising communications, including appeals, newsletters, and donor updates.
Fundraising (we welcome your ideas and areas of focus). Our ideas include:
- Identify new/increase current workplace giving opportunities
- Implement and drive bequest campaigns
- Develop and coordinate fundraising events
- Work with and motivate fundraisers, to ensure we provide all possible support, collateral and marketing for them to reach their goal
- Implement the correct platforms to run fundraiser campaigns competitively
- Work with Digital Marketing Coordinator to ensure fundraisers/events are correctly promoted on our website and via socials, within budget constraints
Other duties
- Undertake upskilling & professional development as agreed/required to fulfil your role effectively
- Assist in the continual improvement of EW processes and procedures.
Selection Criteria
- Experience in fundraising, donor relations, or a related field
- Strong relationship building & communication skills
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient in CRM (data management) systems
Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, and interviews may be organised within the application window. Applications will close 30 March