Careers

Major Gifts Lead (Philanthropy) – Fulltime

Join our team at Youth Opportunities and help create life-changing opportunities for young people to thrive!

Are you passionate about creating positive change in the lives of young people? Do you love building meaningful relationships and cultivating philanthropic support for important causes? If so, we invite you to be part of our team at Youth Opportunities!

About the Role:

As the Major Gifts Lead, you will play a crucial role in fostering connections with high-value stakeholders and individuals interested in leaving a lasting impact through Major Gifts and Gifts in Wills. Reporting directly to the Fundraising and Marketing Manager, you will oversee the execution of private giving activities, community development groups, and stakeholder relationships.

What We Offer:

• Purpose: Opportunity to be part of a team that makes a difference in the lives of young people.
• Great work: Collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Salary Packaging: You can package up to $15,990 pa of your pre-tax salary to pay for everyday expenses before income tax is calculated, meaning you take home even more pay! To learn more, visit www.cbb.com.au
• Flexibility: Flexible working arrangements including hybrid working.

If you are right for this role, you will:

• Be a self-starter with high levels of internal motivation, agility and resilience.
• Possess excellent interpersonal and influencing skills to cultivate, steward and nurture relationships with prospective and existing donors.
• Have strong story-telling skills to engage and inspire the hearts and minds of philanthropists.
• Be confident and have a professional personal presentation.
• Be results-driven and have a solutions-focused mindset.
• Have the ability to manage budgets and multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Have an eye for attention to detail and accuracy.
• Be proficient in intermediate to advanced Microsoft Office skills and data management software.
• Have awareness and appreciation of youth issues across Australia.
• Demonstrate a positive personality consistent with the Youth Opportunities ethos of personal leadership.

If you are passionate about youth empowerment and possess the skills and attributes listed above, we want to hear from you! Come be part of our Revenue, Partnerships and Marketing team dedicated to changing lives and transforming communities.

To learn more about the role and Youth Opportunities and the work we do and view the Position Description and the Job Brochure.

To Apply:

Please send your resume and a cover letter through SEEK sharing why you are interested in joining our team. Please address the skills, experience and knowledge as outlined in the Position Description.

Applications close: COB, Monday 23 September 2024

Employer questions:

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• Do you have experience working in the not-for-profit sector?
• Do you have a current Police Check (National Police Certificate) for employment?
• How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
• How many years’ experience do you have as a Charity Fundraiser?
• Do you have a current Australian driver’s licence?
• How many years’ experience do you have in event management?
• Are you available to travel for this role when required?

At Youth Opportunities, we believe in the potential of every young person. Join us in our mission to empower youth and create brighter futures for generations to come.