Donor Communications Specialist

In this unique, strategic role use your creative content writing skills to create a range of Donor Communications for the fundraising development team

Donor Communications Specialist - Chris O’Brien Lifehouse

• Varied role for a creative strategic communications professional
• Based Camperdown, Sydney 2050, great public transport links
• Full-time, permanent role (open to 0.8/ 0.9)
• Hybrid work environment (2 days WFH)
• Free Gym onsite

The Organisation

Chris O’Brien Lifehouse is an internationally recognised independent, not-for-profit cancer hospital that is dedicated to reshaping cancer treatment for Australians through discovery, research and uncompromising care. Leading with a transformative strategy, they seamlessly incorporate research, treatment, care, education and emotional support within the one centre of excellence. This integrated model positions them as a cornerstone of support and empowerment for patients, families, and carers.
Guided by the values of Empowerment, Discovery, Nurture, Respect and Collaboration, Chris O’Brien Lifehouse is known for their world-class clinical care, supporting those who need it the most, as well as fostering the development of the next generation of clinicians and researchers.

The Role- Donor Communications Specialist

Reporting into the Deputy Director of Development, the Donor Communications Specialist will support the planning, drafting and production of written Donor Communications across the Development team. This includes proposals for major and principal gifts, reports on impact, content for appeals and campaigns, and other forms of donor communication and stewardship that support the strategic objectives of Chris O’Brien Lifehouse.
  
While not centred on front-facing fundraising, this role involves a dynamic mix of impactful creative writing, translating scientific content into donor-friendly formats and collaborating with internal stakeholders. The Donor Communications Specialist will their lend expertise across the development team to ensure consistency and quality in Donor Communications.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the Major Gift team to develop high-quality written content, including cases for support, proposals, reports and letters.
• Support the Annual Giving and Community Fundraising portfolio across mass communication pieces, including input for appeals, newsletters, campaigns and donor journeys.
• Work collaboratively across the Development team by sharing your skills and knowledge to upskill content writers and to continually improve their standards of Donor Communications
• Ensure consistent messaging across all communication and graphics, that will identify new ways to connect donors to the impact of their support.
• Translate medical information and advancements into language suitable for donor letters, proposals, newsletters and impact reports.
• Integrate reactive tasks with strategic proactive leadership, by developing content toolboxes that address the team’s regular writing requirements.

Your Skills & Attributes

• Outstanding written and verbal communications
• Ability to build meaningful relationships with internal stakeholders that promote collaboration and effective teamwork
• Demonstrated success in a Donor Communications, copywriting or a communications role within a fundraising, academic or government setting
• High attention to detail and a creative eye
• Ability to work autonomously, project management skills and ability to be proactive in your approach to your role

How to Apply
Please send an up-to-date resume and cover letter without delay, applications will be reviewed on regular basis. For a confidential discussion you can contact:
Rebecca Robinson on 02 5629 7*** / *******@beaumontpeople.com.au or,
Leish Thomasian on 02 5629 7*** / ***************@beaumontpeople.com.au

NB* In alignment with the NSW Health Policy Directive, Chris O'Brien Lifehouse prioritizes the safety of our staff and patients. Please note if successful in this role, New Employees will be required to provide evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases before employment. Further details will be provided upon application.

Beaumont People has been contracted by Chris O’Brien Lifehouse to recruit this role, please direct all enquiries to us. We offer a non-profit service specialising in delivering unparalleled permanent and temporary recruitment and consultancy solutions to the Not-for-profit sector on a Not-for-Profit basis.