Marketing & Fundraising Coordinator

About the role

Honesty Trust Respect Concern Love

Marketing & Fundraising Coordinator

Full-time, Permanent.
Based at Richmond.
$87,0+0.01 per annum, plus super
17.5% annual leave loading and generous salary packaging options
Progressive Workplace Flexibility options that enable genuine work life balance
Will be provided with an OV Laptop and OV mobile phone
About this opportunity:

We are seeking an individual with excellent writing skills, a sound knowledge of Trust and Foundations and contemporary marketing practices to join OV as a Marketing and Fundraising Coordinator!

You will provide support across digital marketing and communications, brand management, and have prime responsibility for researching and preparing submissions to suitable Trusts and Foundations, with the aim of driving revenue growth. This role also contributes to the broader marketing and fundraising goals of the Development Unit and therefore includes development of fundraising under the direction of the Executive Manager, Development, People & Communication.

Key areas of focus:

Philanthropic Trust Writing
Fundraising
Marketing
Duties include but are not limited to…

Undertake research to develop and create targeted project submissions, for Trusts and Foundations.
Identify existing and emerging Trusts and Foundation bodies for potential submission opportunities.
Proactively match the scope of funding bodies to the needs of the organisation and where appropriate, build relationships with funding bodies.
Develop and coordinate project proposals in consultation with relevant program areas.
Edit and proof submission work, to review and enhance quality of submissions.
Develop and maintain a tracking tool to track opportunities and ensure completion of project requirements to meet the submission deadlines.
Cultivate relationships with new and existing Trusts and Foundations, and other key stakeholders.
Cultivate relationships with internal stakeholders such as program managers and Executives to understand current program areas, their needs, and strategic directions.
Obtain approval and consensus on the list of projects for submissions, as required, gaining organisational support and awareness of current projects.
Maintain accurate records of submissions and coordinate the acquittal of all grants.
Create compelling copy and content across various channels such as the website, and printed materials.
Support marketing initiatives and events such as conferences and new site openings.
Support the Project Manager – Executive Programs in developing, scheduling and monitoring social media posts.
Write fundraising appeals and donor newsletters.
For a copy of the position description which outlines the full list of responsibilities, please click HERE.

A week in the role:

If you were here last week, you would have:

Researched upcoming Trusts and Foundations for our eligibility to tailor and submit any potential applications.
Liaised with Executive managers and program managers to understand current needs and gaps.
Checked for any outstanding acquittals that need to be submitted to satisfy funding requirements of previously funded projects.
Produced any reports detailing program outcomes or previously funded projects.
Liaised with Trusts and Foundations key stakeholders to build rapport and establish relationships.
Key Selection Criteria:

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Marketing and Fundraising Coordinator to drive revenue growth through submissions to suitable Trusts and Foundations, whilst also contributing to our wider fundraising and marketing goals.

To be successful in this role, you must have…

Excellent writing skills, preferably in Trusts and Foundations submission writing and reporting, but with key aim to convey content most effectively to diverse audiences.
Knowledge of contemporary marketing practices, including community partnerships building experience, particularly in the not-for-profit space.
Demonstrated fundraising experience, with proven success.
Sound knowledge of fundraising legislation and practices, and the philosophy of charitable giving
Excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) with the ability to listen as well as negotiate and collaborate effectively.
Demonstrated ability to work productively, both autonomously and as part of a team
Self-motivated, flexible, and responsive
Strong time management and organisational skills, with a high level of attention to detail.
For a copy of the position description which outlines the full key selection criteria, please click HERE.

What we can give YOU!

In return we are committed to offering you an inclusive and transparent workplace culture where our people can develop to be their very best by:

Ongoing learning and development opportunities
Providing work that is meaningful and challenging, with career development opportunities through project
Providing career pathways across diverse OHV programs.
Access to 24/7 counselling through our Employee Assistance Provider (EAP)
Generous leave options such as 48/52 Purchase Leave, Study Leave and Sabbaticals
Flexible working arrangements such as, school-orientated part-year hours.
Our commitment to diversity

At OV we value diversity and believe that a range of backgrounds brings a variety of ideas, perspectives and experiences that will enhance our effectiveness. We promote a workplace that actively seeks to include, welcome and value unique contributions by encouraging people with disability, Aboriginal Australians, LGBTQIA, young people and people from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply for this position.

Safety screening

OV is committed to child safety and is a child safe organisation. All OHV employees must undergo Police Records and Working with Children Checks. Any person issued with a negative notice on their Working with Children Check will not be eligible for employment with us.

Mandatory COVID vaccinations

In line with OV’s Mandatory Vaccination Policy, all Odyssey Victoria staff are required to hold Fully Vaccinated (Boosted) status, having also received the Booster Vaccination. Evidence of this minimum of three (3) COVID-1+ vaccinations will be requested during the onboarding process and offers will be rescinded where such evidence cannot be provided.

All Odyssey Victoria sites are smoke free for all employees


Please apply directly via our careers website (applications via external recruitment websites or via email will not be considered)

Applications should be addressed to Janet Beaumont and include your CV and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria.

If you have any questions relating to the position, please contact Janet Beaumont – Executive Manager, Development, People and Communications on, 0438 383 655 or at jbeaumont@odyssey.org.au.

We will be assessing applications on a rolling basis and suitable candidates will be shortlisted immediately. This role will close once a suitable candidate has been selected, so please don’t wait to apply!

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