Fundraising Coordinator - The Girls and Boys Brigade Play a pivotal role in delivering fundraising success through donor stewardship, event coordination, campaign support and seamless admin support, strengthening supporter relationships and enabling strategic growth Surry Hills based with hybrid work A fantastic opportunity to develop your fundraising career, supported by experienced fundraising professionals Impact of the organisation Since 1882 the Girls & Boys Brigade has been committed to supporting children and youth in need by providing educational and recreational opportunities that build life skills as a foundation for a brighter future. Based in Surry Hills, their programs are open to children, youth and their families living within the City of Sydney local government area. These impactful programs focus on educational support, recreation, life skills, vocational workshops and tailored assistance for family challenges. They believe that all children and young people deserve a bright future and that they can advance despite adversity. Impact you will have in this role Joining a small, passionate team committed to meaningful impact, the Fundraising Coordinator is a newly created role that will play a pivotal part in delivering The Girls & Boys Brigade’s fundraising activities. With a strong focus on philanthropy donor support and event coordination, you’ll also provide essential administrative assistance, enabling the Fundraising Manager and Executive Officer to focus on deepening donor engagement and growing corporate partnerships. Central to the success of the fundraising function, this role ensures day-to-day operations run seamlessly, supporter relationships are nurtured and strengthened, and high-quality events are delivered in line with the organisation’s values and mission. This role will suit someone looking to build on their fundraising and relationship development skills and who is eager to be mentored and developed by supportive, experienced leaders in the sector. Key Responsibilities Provide operational support to the Fundraising Manager and Executive Officer to support with prioritising tasks, including but not limited to scheduling donor meetings, donor research, and preparing briefing notes for meetings Provide high-quality stewardship and support to individual donors, foundations and major gift supporters Manage donor communications, including thank-you letters, impact updates and event invitations Maintain accurate CRM records and ensure timely data entry Assist with planning and delivery of fundraising events, including logistics, supplier liaison and guest management Coordinate event collateral, invitations and post-event follow-up Support volunteer coordination for events as required Manage day-to-day administration for the fundraising team Prepare reports and track KPIs for fundraising activities Assist with budgeting and invoice processing in partnership with Finance Draft donor-focused content for emails, letters and event materials Support appeal campaigns and donor engagement initiatives Collaborate with the Fundraising Manager and Impact Coordinator on the Case for Support document Skills & Experience Previous experience in fundraising, donor relations or events, ideally within the not-for-profit sector Relevant tertiary qualification (or equivalent experience) in fundraising, communications, marketing or a related field Proven experience in donor stewardship, relationship management and event coordination Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities collaboratively Excellent written and verbal communication skills Confident using CRM systems and Microsoft Office Sound understanding of fundraising compliance and ethical standards Applications Please direct all enquiries to Kristina Baric at Impact Advising on kristina@impactadvising.com.au Impact Advising is committed to creating diverse and inclusive work environments that reflect the rich tapestry of our communities. We believe that diversity enriches organisations and fosters innovation. We are dedicated to building workforces that are a representative of the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our society. We embrace diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, religion, disability, and cultural background. We actively seek to foster inclusive workplaces where all employees can bring their whole selves to work, feel respected and valued, and have equal opportunities for growth and advancement. We are committed to providing a fair and unbiased recruitment process, and we strive to eliminate any barriers that may impede the inclusion and participation of underrepresented groups in workforces.
