Fundraising Officer

PART-TIME + MAX-TERM (12 Months)

The Infants’ Home Child and Family Services is a leading provider of high-quality early childhood education and care, allied health and early intervention services for children and families. For almost 150 years the key focus of our work has been supporting families and children experiencing hardship or vulnerabilities to make a more positive future. As one of Australia’s most established charitable organisations, The Infants’ Home is embarking on an exciting new phase as we head towards our 150th year in 2024.  

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About the role

The Fundraising Officer will provide support in various ways across the Communications and Philanthropy team. This will entail contributing to fundraising appeals, planning fundraising events, completing data entry requirements, making thank you calls to donors, writing thank you communications to donors and volunteers, processing donations, planning and capturing social media content, liaising with NSW schools and guiding them through the outdoor fundraising program to fund the outdoor classroom project, delivering the volunteer program and general administrative support. This three day a week position is based in Ashfield NSW, with the opportunity for some remote work. 

Essential Criteria

• Previous experience in fundraising or event planning, preferably within the not-for-profit/charity sector.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate the mission and goals of the organisation effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines simultaneously.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, as well as independently with minimal supervision.
• A commitment to making a difference in the lives of children and families.
• Experienced using Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign) desirable but not essential.

Please note, all employees at The Infants’ Home are required to have working rights in Australia, a valid NSW Working with Children Check and up to date COVID-19 vaccinations, unless medically exempted.

What we offer

• Salary Packaging up to $15,900 (with Novated Leasing as an additional option)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Ongoing career development and mentorship
• Dynamic, supportive team environment
• Access to learning and professional development opportunities
• Flexible Working Arrangements
• One Wellbeing Day per calendar year
• Purchase Leave (up to two weeks per annum)
• Competitive salary

Application

Please send your updated resume and a covering letter outlining your suitability for the role to *******@theinfantshome.org.au. If you have any questions about the role, please call Simon Zhu, People & Culture Lead, on 0405 875 ***.