Fundraising Manager
- Lead a small fundraising team and implement the organisation’s fundraising and supporter development strategy.
- Oversee fundraising across major gifts, regular giving, appeals, gifts in Wills, grants and membership to meet income targets.
- Build donor and philanthropic partnerships, manage campaigns and budgets, and collaborate across communications and advocacy.
- Drive fundraising strategies for environmental advocacy & protection
- Full time or 0.8 FTE, hybrid
- Located in the award-winning 'Green Building', Carlton
The Victorian National Parks Association (VNPA) is one of Victoria’s most effective conservation groups. Established in 1952 to promote national parks, it has grown into a strong and respected advocate for nature conservation in Victoria and has played a leading role in the development of Victoria’s nature reserve system and conservation policy.
The VNPA is an independent, non-profit, non-government, membership organisation. VNPA educates the community and advocates for the protection of Victoria’s special natural areas, flora and fauna, and for the proper management of National Parks and protected areas.
The Role
This is an exciting opportunity to lead fundraising for one of Victoria’s most respected environmental organisations. Reporting to the CEO, the Fundraising Manager will lead a small, dedicated team and drive the implementation of VNPA’s Fundraising and Supporter Development Strategy.
You’ll oversee programs that generate much of VNPA’s income, including major gifts, regular giving, appeals, gifts in Wills, grants, and membership. This hands-on leadership role combines strategic planning with operational delivery, ensuring VNPA meets annual income targets to support vital conservation work.
In this diverse role, you will:
- Lead and inspire a small team of fundraising professionals
- Develop and implement strategies for donor acquisition, retention, and stewardship
- Manage relationships with major donors, trusts, foundations, and sponsors
- Oversee fundraising campaigns, events, and digital engagement
- Collaborate across the organisation to integrate fundraising into VNPA’s communications and advocacy
About YOU:
- Proven success in developing and implementing fundraising programs across multiple channels combining a strategic and hands-on approach
- Experience cultivating and stewarding major gift donors and philanthropic partners
- Strong leadership skills and ability to manage staff and volunteers
- Solid budget management and database expertise (e.g. Microsoft Dynamics)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A proactive, collaborative, detail-oriented approach
- Empathy with environmental issues and VNPA’s statement of purpose
- Degree or equivalent experience in a related discipline; FIA membership or knowledge of FIA standards highly regarded
- A current Driver License is desirable
VNPA respects and values the diversity of their workforce/ staff. They are committed to creating an environment that values a diverse range of views, knowledge and experiences and uses these to maximise their impact. A flexible workplace is provided, along with hybrid work options. Additional ‘shut–down’ leave is offered between Christmas and New Year.
Gembridge Australia champions diversity and is committed to building an inclusive environment. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people of all abilities, cultures, sexual orientation and genders.
APPLY NOW if you are a strategic, motivated fundraising leader passionate about protecting Victoria’s natural heritage.
Gembridge is proud to partner with Victorian National Parks Association.
For a confidential discussion, contact Lisa Krishtul or Jenni D’Orival at Gembridge on ************ or **********************.
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