Fundraising Coordinator

Working in partnership with a very high-profile community focused organisation we are looking to appoint a Fundraising Coordinator.

In this position you will be a proactive and highly motivated individual to focus on developing existing relationships and proactively secure new fundraising opportunities, based in Wellington you will work with the outer branches guiding and supporting their fund-raising activities.

Ideally you will have worked with volunteers, either in an administration/coordination role or had for a number of years worked as a volunteer yourself.

As the Fundraising Coordinator you will be working with volunteers, individuals and groups to achieve income requirements, and the ability to develop and build lasting relationships.

Your impeccable communication skills will enable you to work effectively as part of a national team. You will have the ability to think innovatively about ways to engage with both new and existing supporters and be able to work calmly and methodically under pressure, in order to meet deadlines and deliver results to a high standard.

This role has historically been a full-time position; however we are happy to consider 25 to 30 hours per week.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• To oversee the day-to-day execution of all community fundraising activity, which supports both the fundraising and community fundraising strategies, to achieve agreed income targets and KPIs, taking a lead and individual responsibility for specific areas
• To ensure continued support from the local community
• To undertake planning and analysis for all activity, to support the identification, implementation and development of effective and targeted approaches, campaigns, initiatives and products
• To support the Manager with budgets, planning and reporting, ensuring monthly reports and data audits for community fundraising activity are prepared for the Board

PERSON SPECIFICATION

Essential

• Demonstrable experience of working with volunteers, individuals and groups to achieve income targets and build relationships, or proven transferable skills
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal with the ability to communicate at all levels
• Experience of building relationships with people of all levels
• Experience of working with financial plans
• Ability to think innovatively about ways to engage with new and existing donation streams

Apply online providing your current resume and cover letter.