Australia Job Openings

Australian Wildlife Conservancy

Prospect Researcher

Sydney

PART TIME & CONTRACT

August 28, 2024

About the role

The Prospect Researcher will help AWC identify the next generation of supporters and optimise the potential of existing supporters. Active, strategic research and analysis of prospective supporters is a vital process in ensuring the long-term financial sustainability of AWC and enabling us to reach our fundraising objectives.
Guided by fundraising best practice, the position will oversee all aspects of prospect research and pipeline management, to facilitate the successful identification, cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of donors and prospects. This position will be the main point of contact for prospect research requests, prospect assignment requests and portfolio reporting. Conducting fundraising research using business information, media, due diligence and biographic research tools to analyse and identify individuals, foundations and corporations capable of providing significant support to the Australian Wildlife Conservancy.
Duties of this role, within the broader context of the Development Operations team, include:

Optimize fundraising.
Support effective fundraising and communication with AWC supporters.
Development and implementation of prospect research procedures and processes.

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES:

A working understanding of the principles of philanthropy: including frontline fundraising and prospect management practices. An interest in and curiosity for fundraising and development best-practice.

Proven prospect research and data analysis skills: a solution focused strategic thinker with demonstrated attention to detail and the ability to investigate, analyse and synthesise large quantities of information and data.

A passion and curiosity for change: including comfort with ambiguity, challenging the status quo, and a commitment to quality.

Getting things done: Strong organisational and time management skills, including the ability to prioritise work effectively to deliver quality outcomes.

Strong written and verbal communication skills: critical thinker with proven analytical abilities, strong written and oral communication skills.

Administration/compliance: demonstrated ability to contribute to analytical reports, policies, and procedures; ability to comply with organisational policies and standards as well as industry regulations and guidelines (including data privacy and cyber security).

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline

Experience in a similar role and an ambition to drive philanthropic success through prospect research, data analysis and strategic thinking.

PLEASE NOTE: this position part time at 0.8 FTE is open to a fixed term or permenant tenure. Based out of Subiaco, however open to the Melbourne and Sydney for the right candidate.

Why You'll love working here

Work from home

Referral program

Employee discount

Join our Journey:
Take the leap and start your next adventure with the AWC! AWC reserves the right to start screening applicants and interviewing throughout the recruitment process.
Initial enquiries: employment@australianwildlife.org
Applications: To submit an application, click ‘Apply’ and follow the prompts to complete an online application form. Your application must include CV and covering letter, briefly addressing the critical competencies listed in the detailed job description attachment.
Please note:

Applicants must be an Australian citizen/permanent resident or have a suitable visa in place in order to apply. Sponsorship is not available.

Applicants will under go relevant pre-employment checks, which may include an online medical and a values-based assessment.

If you apply for this role, AWC will include you in its ongoing updates and communications about its events, activities and fundraising initiatives. You may opt out of these communications at any time.

Any application submitted to AWC will be handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy, available at www.australianwildlife.org/privacy-policy. By providing us with your contact details, your consent to receive communications and direct educational material will remain current until you advise us otherwise.

AWC is a welcoming and inclusive organisation that invites individuals from diverse backgrounds, such as those who identify as First Nations and Torres Strait Islander, individuals with disabilities, the LGBTIQA+ community, neurodivergent individuals, and those from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, to apply for the opportunity. AWC values and is dedicated to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels comfortable to be themselves, and where a range of perspectives, cultures, and voices are respected and recognised as a key part to the success of AWC. To be eligible for consideration, applicants must also have the right to live and work in Australia.

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Please quote in application: Prospect Researcher via Pro Bono Australia.

Profession: #Fundraising, #Grants_and_Philanthropy
Sector: #Conservation_and_Environment, #Science_and_Technology

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